Mental Health Therapist jobs in Calgary, AB

Join Our Team at Building Bridges Counselling Services.

Position Details

• Position type: Part-Time Independent Contractor
• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Service delivery: In-person, on-site
• Anticipated start date: Week of November 16, 2026

Do you believe meaningful client care begins with connection?

At Building Bridges Counselling Services, we believe that connection is at the heart of meaningful counselling. That belief extends beyond the relationships we build with our clients to the relationships we foster within our team.

We are a collaborative, multidisciplinary private practice that values connection, mutual support, respect, diverse perspectives, and ongoing professional growth. We believe great counselling happens when professionals feel supported, have opportunities to learn from one another, and can bring their unique strengths and experiences to the work they do.

Our team is built on the understanding that we each have something valuable to contribute. We welcome different perspectives, encourage open communication, and strive to create an environment where clinicians feel comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas, and growing in their practice.

Using a client-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-informed approach, we provide counselling to individuals, couples, families, and youth, working together to support a diverse range of needs and experiences.

What Makes Building Bridges Different?

Collaboration is more than a value we talk about; it is part of how we work. Our team-based approach includes consultation, shared learning, and opportunities to benefit from the experience and perspectives of fellow clinicians.

We also offer a unique Co-Counselling Model, in which clients can work with two counsellors together. This approach creates opportunities for collaborative treatment planning, complementary clinical perspectives, and additional support for both clients and clinicians.

We understand that working in private practice can sometimes feel isolating. At Building Bridges, we want our clinicians to know they have a team alongside them. We value the people we work with, celebrate the strengths they bring, and believe that professional growth is something we can support together.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and motivated counselling professional who is excited to develop a thriving caseload while becoming an engaged member of our multidisciplinary team.

In this role, you will provide ethical, client-centered clinical counselling within your scope of practice, supporting individuals, couples, families, and potentially youth. You will work with clients presenting with a variety of concerns and have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues who bring different experiences, areas of knowledge, and clinical perspectives.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Warm, approachable, and committed to building meaningful therapeutic relationships.
• Collaborative and comfortable working within a team-based environment.
• Open to learning, consultation, and ongoing professional development.
• Organized, dependable, and committed to ethical clinical practice.
• Interested in contributing to a supportive team and growing with our practice over the longer term.

Schedule and Availability

This is an ongoing part-time independent contractor opportunity with approximately 23–32 hoursPer week, Averaging approximately 27 to 28 hours across a pay for a week rotation

Our Calgary office offers appointments Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM–8:00 PM, Fridays 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM and Saturdays, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

We are particularly interested in connecting with applicants whose availability aligns with our anticipated scheduling needs:

Monday -9:00 AM–1:00 PM

Tuesday - 4:00 PM–8:00 PM, alternating weeks

Wednesday - 9:00 AM–5:00 PM availability, with alternating weeks requiring split appointment availability from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM and 4:00 PM–8:00 PM.

Thursday - 4:00 PM–8:00 PM, alternating weeks

Friday - 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Saturday - 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, two Saturdays per four-week rotation

These hours reflect our current scheduling needs, and availability during these times is important for this opportunity. The four-week rotation will be discussed during the interview process, with the final schedule mutually agreed upon before services begin.

We recognize the importance of predictable scheduling for both clients and clinicians. Our goal is to establish a consistent schedule that supports continuity of care, caseload development, and meaningful collaboration across our team.

Compensation & Caseload Development: As an independent contractor compensation is based on completed client appointments and the agreed contractor compensation structure rather than scheduled appointment availability Joining building bridges means becoming a part of an established collaborative practice with administrative support established booking and referral process onboarding support and opportunities for counseling and caseload development Depending on client needs and availability there may also be opportunities for existing client transfers Earning varies based on client bookings appointment volume and the agreed contact or compensation structure any compensation range displayed represents potential earnings rather than a guaranteed monthly income. Variable monthly earnings, typically dependent on caseload and client volume, with potential earnings of up to $6,000 per month.

Qualifications

We welcome applications from professionals holding one or more of the following credentials:

· Registered Psychologists

· Registered Provisional Psychologists

· Registered Social Workers (RSWs)

· Canadian Certified Counsellors (CCCs)

· Counselling Therapists holding the CT designation through the Association of Counselling Therapy of Alberta (ACTA)

Applicants must hold a relevant master’s degree and appropriate professional registration or certification qualifying them to provide clinical counselling services. Eligible educational backgrounds may include counselling, counselling psychology, social work, or another related field accepted by the applicant’s professional regulatory or certifying body.

Candidates holding both CCC and CT designations will be given preference.

Applicants who are Registered Provisional Psychologists must have external supervision arrangements that meet College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) standards, as Building Bridges Counselling Services does not have a primary supervising psychologist within the practice.

Additional Clinical Experience - client experience is an asset We would also welcome applicants who have additional training experience and demonstrated competency in psychological psychoeducational mental health or clinical assessments. The ability to provide assessment services with one’s professional scope of the practice would be considered an asset but is not required for this opportunity.

We value the diverse clinical strengths that our team members bring and welcome opportunities to expand the services available to our clients.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to complete a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Availability to provide counselling during daytime, evening, and weekend hours, as outlined above.
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada.
• Professional liability insurance.

A Place to Connect, Contribute, and Grow

At Building Bridges Counselling Services, we value more than the credentials you bring. We value the perspective, care, curiosity, and lived professional experience that make you who you are as a clinician.

We are looking for someone who wants to be part of a team that supports one another, learns together, and remains committed to providing thoughtful, compassionate care. If you are looking for a practice where collaboration is encouraged, different perspectives are welcomed, and professional growth is valued, we would love to hear from you.

We look forward to connecting with professionals who share our commitment to meaningful relationships, collaborative care, and continued learning.

Pay: $1,000.00-$6,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Do you have professional liability insurance?
• Are you legally eligible to work in Canada
• Are you available to work the required daytime, evening, and weekend hours outlined in the schedule below? Please note that some shifts operate on an alternating-week schedule, and Wednesday availability may require a split shift.

Monday: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 PM–8:00 PM (alternating weeks)
Wednesday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, with alternating weeks requiring split availability from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM and 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 PM–8:00 PM (alternating weeks)
Friday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (two Saturdays per four-week rotation)

Education:

• Master's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Counselling experience in a private practice setting.: 1 year (required)

Location:

• Calgary, AB (required)

Work Location: In person