Stonehenge Therapeutic Community provides a range of residential and community-based treatment services to individuals struggling with addiction and concurrent mental health issues. We recognize the role that trauma, marginalization, and oppression play in impacting the wellbeing of those we serve. Grounded in the Therapeutic Community model of treatment, the agency is committed to taking the journey together and supporting those with whom we work to grow, thrive, and contribute to society.
"We believe that every individual has the capacity to grow and contribute to society"
About the Role:
Stonehenge’s Residential program is a Therapeutic Community, which is a group-based, highly structured, and powerful treatment approach to substance use recovery. At our Residential center, we work with adult individuals with a history of chronic or acute substance abuse concerns, with or without co-occurring mental health diagnosis. Many of the individuals we work with also have current or previous involvement with the correctional system.
The core responsibilities for this role are to provide clinical oversight and management within the Residential Program at Stonehenge Therapeutic Community, with a primary focus on afternoon and evening programming. This program provides intensive supports, at multiple locations, to individuals with addiction and concurrent mental health concerns.
As a member of the Clinical Leadership Team, the Clinical Supervisor – Residential Services is accountable for providing clinical direction and oversight, program planning, programming, recruitment support, and direct supervision of staff as well as participating in on-call supports on a rotational basis.
Role Type: Full Time, Contract (Approx. 12 months)
Location: Guelph
Number of Vacancies: 1
Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday 3pm-11pm; Requirement to work 4 weekend days (3pm-11pm) per month; additional weekend hours may be required on an as needed basis, to supervise and support staff teams.
Participation in a mandatory clinical on call rotation is also required, as a shared responsibility of the Clinical Leadership team
Why Work for Stonehenge?
Enhanced vacation entitlement for all staff
Excellent health/dental benefits (no employee co-pay)
Paid wellness days
Employee and Family Assistance Program available
Stonehenge is proud to be a learning environment - professional development opportunities available
Qualifications:
Completion of a BSW or other University Degree relevant to mental health, addiction or Social Services
Minimum of 1 years’ direct clinical work with individuals experiencing addiction and concurrent mental health issues required
Registration with a professional college (i.e. OCSWSSW or CRPO) an asset
Previous experience in the field of addictions and group skills mandatory
Previous experience working with trauma and concurrent disorders
Previous experience in residential treatment an asset
Previous experience in correctional field an asset
Previous experience with justice-involved individuals preferred
Experience providing clinical supervision and team leadership
Lived experience related to addictions and/or mental health an asset
Certified Addictions Counsellor or equivalent would be an asset
CSC Clearance conducted by PWGS Canada
Standard First Aid/CPR Level C
Valid G driver’s license and Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
Own transportation/reliable vehicle required
Flexible schedule as required to support program delivery
Must be able to attend work (travel to Continuous Care Centres) within an hour of notification, when on call
Role Responsibilities:
Leadership and Supervision:
Oversee afternoon, weekend and overnight staff teams including:
Supporting professional development of clinical staff through routine supervision
Providing coaching, feedback, mentoring, and targeted use of supervision as required
Complete probationary and annual performance appraisals for all supervisees in consultation with Clinical Manager – Residential Services
Proactively identify and resolve staffing and coverage gaps, and support solutions for last minute coverage needs
Participate in new staff recruitment in conjunction with the HR Manager
Orient and support new staff in understanding role and responsibilities
Build and maintain high performance teams
Guide clinical decision-making and manage high-risk situations
Provide on call support and crisis supervision on “off hours”, on a rotational basis, as required
Facilitate monthly meetings for the Residential Support Staff
Participate in team meetings
Support and enhance a culture of openness and mutual respect within and across teams
Attend Leadership Team meeting
Participate in a support/development plan; Supervisor to provide coverage for the Clinical Manager during short term absences (holiday coverage, etc.); take on necessary responsibilities and support agency and program decision making
Ongoing Program Development for Residential Services:
Conduct Therapeutic Community ("TC") Concepts Training for staff and residents
Support residential staff in utilizing a TC approach to decision making and interventions
Work alongside the STC Leadership Team, while utilizing the TC approach, to support program development
Administrative:
Complete regular clinical file audits
Maintain thorough and accurate supervision notes and files
Participate in quality assurance processes such as accreditation and the implementation of residential program outcome measurement tools and reporting of results (i.e. client satisfaction surveys, retention results, etc.)
Sign off hours for electronic payroll
Applications will be accepted until November 20, 2025 at 4pm.
We look forward to meeting you!
Stonehenge Therapeutic Community accommodates the needs of applicants throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Human Rights legislation. Should you require it, accommodation can be made at any point, upon request.
Stonehenge Therapeutic Community recognizes that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. We believe in equitable opportunities for all and encourage cultural diversity as part of the recruitment and selection processes. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to enrich our collective growth and learning.
