Hybrid Critical Incident Response Counsellor – Contractor

at TELUS

• Job title: Critical Incident Response Counsellor – Contractor
• Job type: Contract
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Pickering, Canada

About the role

• Critical Incident Response Counsellor providing on-site group debriefings for TELUS Health's corporate clients. Delivering critical incident responses following workplace traumatic events.

Responsibilities

• You will provide on-site group critical incident debriefing to TELUS Health's corporate clients in your area, on an as-needed basis.
• You will travel on-site to deliver critical incident response to groups of employees following a traumatic workplace event.
• You will manage the administrative requirements as dictated by TELUS Health’s Critical Incident department.

Requirements

• You possess a master’s degree in Counselling, Psychology, or Social Work.
• Active membership with a professional college or relevant governing board.
• You have experience delivering group critical incident debriefing and/or running counselling groups.
• You have the ability to convey sensitivity, professional manner and effective approach when facilitating interventions within the corporate environment.
• You can demonstrate flexibility to respond to client needs.
• CISM, CISD training or EMDR certification is an asset.
• Minimum five (5) years of post-master’s clinical experience.
• Professional Liability Insurance coverage.

Benefits

• Inclusive Environment: A supportive, values-driven culture that prioritizes diversity, equity, and belonging.
• Professional Community: A growing network of experienced clinicians for collaboration and peer support.
• Consistent Referrals: Steady stream of well-matched clients to help grow and sustain your practice.
• Clinical Variety: Work with diverse clients using your preferred therapeutic approaches.
• Flexible Scheduling: Set your own hours and manage your caseload on your terms.
• Clinical Development: Access supervision, peer consults, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Reliable Admin Support: Bi-monthly billing, prompt payments, and compensation for no-shows or late cancellations.