Practice Vacancy – Internal Posting

0.8   FTE Mental Health Counsellor (Part-time)

Posting number:               25-C-22

Posting Date:                     November 14, 2025

Closing date:                      November 24, 2025

Manager:                            Manager, Clinical

Practice Location(s):       0.8 FTE – Carlisle Medical Centre

Physicians:                        Carlisle Medical Centre

Practice Needs:                 Meet the needs of patients and providers in a busy practice. Age diverse population. Comfort with using language translation and interpretation services an asset.

Schedule:                            Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Start Date:                          January 2026

Why join the HFHT?

Competitive Employee Value Proposition including, but not limited to:

• Multi Sector Pension Plan (MSPP)
• Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision & critical Illness insurance
• Meaningful, purpose-based work
• 12 paid Stat holidays and one (1) extra float day
• Flexible work schedule
• Ongoing green initiatives

Please email hr@hamiltonfht.ca to indicate your interest, attaching an updated resume with the Last Name, First Name, and Posting Number in the subject line.

Please feel free to contact your assigned manager should you have any questions.

*Practice location and schedule may change as needed.

Together, we do amazing things every day.

Imagine a supportive employer, a career that fits your lifestyle, and many learning opportunities. With the Hamilton Family Health Team, you can have all of that, and more. We work hard to create an innovative and diverse workplace that values the contributions of our employees. No matter what your role, working with us is about making a difference – every day!

Your Opportunity:

The Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT) is seeking a full-time Facilities Associate 1.0 FTE.

The Facilities Associate is a key frontline role responsible for identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving facilities-related issues that affect patient care and staff operations. Working closely with the Facilities Lead, this position requires strong decision-making and communication skills to ensure that all requests, repairs, and workspace modifications are handled efficiently and in accordance with healthcare standards. The ideal candidate is independent, proactive, responsive, and capable of balancing hands-on tasks with effective coordination and communication across clinical and administrative teams.

The HFHT is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Roles and Responsibilities:
• Troubleshoot facilities-related problems—including building and office maintenance, temperature, door access, lighting, HVAC, plumbing, small appliances, furniture setup, and other items—and determine appropriate next steps, escalating to the Facilities Lead or vendors as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff, administrative teams, and vendors to understand issues, provide status updates, and ensure timely resolution.
• Coordinate furniture moves and installations, at various hub and practice locations.
• Assist with planning, coordinating and implementing office moves, clinic room setups.
• Support room setups, and room reconfigurations for practitioners and patients, ensuring safety, and workflow needs are met.
• Coordinate room turnovers including tear down, clean up, and set up.
• Liaise with vendors and service providers to facilitate routine maintenance and service needs including cleaners and building management in collaboration with Hub site coordinators.
• Respond and resolve facilities ticket requests via HFHT ticketing system.
• Use sound judgment to prioritize and resolve service requests based on urgency, safety, and impact on patient care and operations.
• Proven ability to make informed decisions through investigative analysis, considering the broader context of patient care—balancing clinical needs, patient safety, ergonomics, and cost-efficiency.
• Implement established health and safety procedures and support compliance efforts.
• Conduct monthly Health and Safety Inspections.
• Actively support the resolution of Health and Safety concerns addressed by JHSC and concerns brought forward by staff.
• Proactively identify and report potential facility hazards or inefficiencies, contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
• Orientation of new HFHT staff – reviewing building security, work location accessibility, and Health and Safety.
• Asset Management – maintain accurate records of furniture and equipment in our asset management system.
• Program and assign security fobs and maintain security door schedules in line with operating hours at each building location.
• Assist in emergency facility repairs with minimal disruption to care delivery.
• Conduct regular inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs and address them promptly.
• Prepare Standard Operating Procedures and review annually.
• Ability to travel to different HFHT locations and practice sites.
• Key contact for any building maintenance and Health and Safety issues at all HFHT locations.
• Other duties as required
Qualifications and Skills:
• Completion of post-secondary education; certification/training in facilities management is an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in facility support, maintenance, or coordination.
• Working knowledge of building systems.
• Ability to provide quick, effective solutions to emerging issues.
• Demonstrated communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to assess problems quickly and accurately.
• Confident decision-maker who understands when to act independently and when to escalate.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills; able to interact clearly and respectfully with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Familiarity with basic health and safety regulations, patient privacy and IPAC standards.
• Familiarity with access control systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Excel). Ability to navigate programs, investigate and learn more advanced functions for better efficiency in role.
• Experience with facility management/work order ticketing systems.
• Demonstrated punctuality and dependability.
• Valid class ‘G’ driver’s license and access to vehicle.
• Requires frequent walking, sitting, bending, stooping, periodically standing for long periods.
• Able frequently to lift or push up to 30 pounds, periodically up to 50 pounds.
• Previous experience in a clinical setting an asset

Why join the HFHT?
Competitive Employee Value Proposition including, but not limited to:
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension (HOOPP)
• Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision & critical Illness insurance
• Meaningful, purpose-based work
• 12 paid Stat holidays and one (1) extra float day
• Flexible work schedule
• Ongoing green initiatives

Summary
Classification: Non-Union
Primary Location: Hamilton
Employee Class: Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Date Available: ASAP
Salary: $49,400 – $59,300

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants please submit résumé and cover letter as one document using naming convention
Last name, First name_Position via email: hr@hamiltonfht.ca

Note:
If successful in receiving a job offer with the Hamilton Family Health Team, new hires will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date as a condition of their employment. If successful candidates are unable to get their COVID-19 vaccination as a result of a medical exemption, they will be required to submit supporting documentation to determine if they are exempt from this requirement.

Together, we do amazing things every day.

Imagine a supportive employer, a career that fits your lifestyle, and many learning opportunities. With the Hamilton Family Health Team, you can have all of that, and more.  We work hard to create an innovative and diverse workplace that values the contributions of our employees.  No matter what your role, working with us is about making a difference – every day!

Your Opportunity:

As an HFHT Dietitian, you will be completing individual nutrition assessments, developing nutrition care plans and providing nutrition counselling for the management of conditions commonly seen in family practice including diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal disorders, disordered eating, bariatric care and other medical needs.  You must have the proven ability to work effectively with patients, physicians and other health professionals in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.  Experience in group facilitation, motivational interviewing and additional languages are considered assets.  

The Hamilton Family Health Team is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a temporary full-time (1.0 FTE) position, for a period of up to 12 months. The Hamilton Family Health Team is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.  

Roles and Responsibilities:

Provide medical nutrition therapy for chronic disease management and prevention identifying nutrition problems, assessing nutritional status of patients, developing nutrition care plans and evaluate and monitoring effectiveness of nutrition interventions
·         Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments identifying stages of change, socio-economic and cultural factors impacting health behaviours

·         Utilize appropriate counselling techniques including motivational interviewing and cognitive behavior therapy. 

·         Communicate nutrition care plans and debrief with primary care team members as needed

·         Ensure ongoing nutritional care by maintaining complete and accurate client records, assessment notes and required correspondence, and by monitoring client progress on a regular basis.

·         Safeguard client records and assures confidentiality of client information.

·         Identify opportunities for quality improvement for nutrition services and interdisciplinary work.

·         Work together within RD group to create resources to enhance patient access to timely, evidence-based primary care nutrition.

·         Facilitate/co-facilitate groups with other staff of the FHT.

·         Assist in the education of staff, students, volunteers and peer support workers and supervision of internship placements. 

·         Maintain professional competence through participation in professional development activities and maintaining license to practice.

·         Comply with all relevant HFHT policies, procedures, and protocols.

·         Other duties as required.

 

Qualifications and Skills:

 

·         4-year Bachelor of Science or Applied Science degree, majoring in Nutritional Sciences or Human Nutrition (or equivalent); completion of Dietitians of Canada accredited Dietetic Internship program or combined Master’s and Dietetic Internship program

·         Good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario and possess professional liability insurance.

Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) and Second language are an asset
·         Minimum 2-3 years in a community based or clinical health service organization.

·         Ability to provide medical nutrition therapy for a wide variety of issues commonly seen in family practice

·         A good understanding of nutrition interventions for chronic disease management and evidence-based nutrition best practices

·         Excellent interpersonal, nutrition counseling, and group facilitation skills

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·         Excellent time-management, documentation and organizational skills

·         Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary health care team, provide nutrition leadership and maintain excellent working relationships

·         Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters

·         Ability and interest in precepting dietetic interns and Master students

·         Familiarity with requirements of the College of Dietitians of Ontario, Regulated Health Professional Act 1991, Scope of Practice per The Dietetics Act 1991 and privacy legislation

·         High level of competency with computers and information technology

·         Respects and values the diversity of communities and individuals

The ideal RD candidate is an intuitive, adaptable, self-directed health professional with a passion for their work and a strong commitment to providing and improving team-based patient care.

 

Why join the HFHT?

Competitive Employee Value Proposition including, but not limited to:

•    Healthcare of Ontario Pension (HOOPP)

•    Meaningful, purpose-based work

•    12 paid Stat holidays and one (1) extra float day

•    Flexible work schedule

•    Ongoing green initiatives

Summary

Classification: Non-Union

Primary Location: Hamilton

Employee Class: Temporary Full-time (1.0 FTE)

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Date Available: January 2026

Salary: $75,678.44 – $81,800

 

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants please submit résumé and cover letter as one document using naming convention

Last name, First name_Position via email: hr@hamiltonfht.ca

Note:

If successful in receiving a job offer with the Hamilton Family Health Team, new hires will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date as a condition of their employment. If successful candidates are unable to get their COVID-19 vaccination as a result of a medical exemption, they will be required to submit supporting documentation to determine if they are exempt from this requirement.

Together, we do amazing things every day.

Imagine a supportive employer, a career that fits your lifestyle, and many learning opportunities. With the Hamilton Family Health Team, you can have all of that, and more. We work hard to create an innovative and diverse workplace that values the contributions of our employees. No matter what your role, working with us is about making a difference – every day!

About Us
At the Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT), we are proud to be a leader in delivering high-quality, integrated, and patient-centered primary healthcare. We work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, community partners, and patients to foster innovation, excellence, and transformation in care delivery — meeting the evolving needs of the diverse communities we serve.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager, Primary Healthcare to join our leadership team. This role requires exceptional skills in relationship-building — with physicians, interprofessional staff and providers, community organizations, educational institutions, and non-traditional partners to address the social determinants of health of our community. The Manager co-designs and implements initiatives that improve patient experience, system integration, and population health outcomes for patients interfacing with the HFHT and supporting the broader system across the Greater Hamilton Health Network (GHHN) Primary Care Network.

What You’ll Do
• Strengthen primary health care integration by building trust-based relationships with HFHT physicians, practitioners, and community partners.
• Lead team-based care expansion, co-location initiatives, and other Ontario Health or Primary Care Action Team (PCAT) initiatives, including project planning, documentation, and evaluation.
• Apply quality improvement methods to track progress, capture lessons learned and improve processes.
• Co-design initiatives with patients, providers, and community partners to ensure services are person-centred and equitable.
• Develop, monitor, and manage project budgets to ensure alignment with organizational goals and fiscal accountability.
• Support neighbourhood-based planning efforts, pairing with other managers to ensure consistency, shared learning, and sustainability.
• Providing a primary point of contact for feedback, needs, and problem-solving for the physicians and practices.
• Partner with the Physician Affairs team to ensure physician voices shape planning, policy, and decision-making.
• Collaborate with Clinical Managers to bridge interprofessional teams and physician practices, enabling coordinated and effective care delivery.
• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations and non-traditional providers (housing, food security, cultural organizations, mental health services) to address the social determinants of health.
• Represent HFHT at regional and sub-regional planning tables, influencing integration strategies and system design.

What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. health, social sciences, business administration, public, or related field), Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ progressive leadership experience in healthcare, primary care, integrated healthcare environments, and/or working with physicians.
• Demonstrated experience bridging sectors, leading large organization-wide or system-level initiatives, or system integration.
• Proven relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders, including physicians, interprofessional teams, and community agencies.
• Strong skills in quality improvement, stakeholder engagement, and collaborative planning.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.

Why join the HFHT?
At HFHT, you will be part of Canada’s largest Family Health Team, serving over 300,000 patients in Hamilton. We are leaders in team-based care, innovation, and system transformation — and we believe in working together for the greater good of our community.
As a member of our leadership team, you will:
• Shape the future of primary healthcare in Hamilton and beyond.
• Collaborate with passionate, mission-driven colleagues who value respect, and shared success.
• Lead initiatives that directly improve health outcomes and system integration.
• Work in a supportive environment committed to professional growth, shared learning, and equity.
• Receive a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for ongoing development.

Competitive Employee Value Proposition including, but not limited to:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension (HOOPP)
• Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision & critical Illness insurance
• Meaningful, purpose-based work
• 12 paid Stat holidays and one (1) extra float day
• Flexible work schedule
• Ongoing green initiatives

Summary
Classification: Non-union
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Employee Class: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Primary Location: 123 James Street North, Suite 200, Hamilton, ON
Date Available: ASAP
Salary: $97,400 – $109,000

Application Instructions:
Interested applicants please submit résumé and cover letter as one document using naming convention Last name, First name_Position by email: hr@hamiltonfht.ca

Note:
If successful in receiving a job offer with the Hamilton Family Health Team, new hires may be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date as a condition of their employment. If successful candidates are unable to get their COVID-19 vaccination as a result of a medical exemption, they may be required to submit supporting documentation to establish that they are exempt from this requirement.

The HFHT is committed to building a respectful, caring, equitable, and inclusive workplace where staff reflect the diversity of the communities that we serve. As such, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals including all equity-deserving groups. In addition, we are committed to accessibility and creating a barrier free hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005). Accommodation is available upon request at any point in the selection process by notifying the recruitment staff.

Your Opportunity:

As a HFHT Dietitian, you will be completing individual nutrition assessments, developing nutrition care plans and providing nutrition counselling for the management of conditions commonly seen in family practice including diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal disorders, disordered eating, bariatric care and other medical needs. You must have the proven ability to work effectively with patients, physicians and other health professionals in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment. Experience in group facilitation, motivational interviewing and additional languages are considered assets.

The Hamilton Family Health Team is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a 0.6 FTE (24 hours a week). The Hamilton Family Health Team is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide medical nutrition therapy for chronic disease management and prevention identifying nutrition problems, assessing nutritional status of patients, developing nutrition care plans and evaluate and monitoring effectiveness of nutrition interventions
• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments identifying stages of change, socio-economic and cultural factors impacting health behaviours
• Utilize appropriate counselling techniques including motivational interviewing and cognitive behavior therapy.
• Communicate nutrition care plans and debrief with primary care team members as needed
• Ensure ongoing nutritional care by maintaining complete and accurate client records, assessment notes and required correspondence, and by monitoring client progress on a regular basis.
• Safeguard client records and assures confidentiality of client information.
• Identify opportunities for quality improvement for nutrition services and interdisciplinary work.
  Work together within RD group to create resources to enhance patient access to timely, evidence-based primary care nutrition.
  Facilitate/co-facilitate groups with other staff of the FHT.
  Assist in the education of staff, students, volunteers and peer support workers and supervision of internship placements.
  Maintain professional competence through participation in professional development activities and maintaining license to practice.
  Comply with all relevant HFHT policies, procedures, and protocols.
  Other duties as required.

If so, we are looking for a future colleague who has…

• 4-year Bachelor of Science or Applied Science degree, majoring in Nutritional Sciences or Human Nutrition (or equivalent); completion of Dietitians of Canada accredited Dietetic Internship program or combined Master’s and Dietetic Internship program
• Good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario and possess professional liability insurance.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) and Second language are an asset
• Minimum 2-3 years in a community based or clinical health service organization.
• Ability to provide medical nutrition therapy for a wide variety of issues commonly seen in family practice
• A good understanding of nutrition interventions for chronic disease management and evidence-based nutrition best practices
• Excellent interpersonal, nutrition counseling, and group facilitation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time-management, documentation and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary health care team, provide nutrition leadership and maintain excellent working relationships
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters
  Ability and interest in precepting dietetic interns and Master students
• Familiarity with requirements of the College of Dietitians of Ontario, Regulated Health Professional Act 1991, Scope of Practice per The Dietetics Act 1991 and privacy legislation
  High level of competency with computers and information technology
• Respects and values the diversity of communities and individuals
• The ideal RD candidate is an intuitive, adaptable, self-directed health professional with a passion for their work and a strong commitment to providing and improving team-based patient care.
• Proof of Covid 19 immunization and Criminal Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening

Why Join the HFHT?

Competitive Employee Value Proposition including, but not limited to:

Healthcare of Ontario Pension (HOOPP)
Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision & critical Illness insurance
Meaningful, purpose-based work
12 paid Stat holidays and one (1) extra float day
Flexible work schedule
Ongoing green initiatives

Summary:

Classification: Non-union

Schedule: Monday-Friday
Employee Class: Part-time (0.6 FTE)
Date Available: ASAP
Salary: $75,678.44 – $81,800 (pro-rated to FTE)

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants please submit résumé and cover letter as one document using naming convention:
Last name, First name_Position by email: hr@hamiltonfht.ca

Note:

If successful in receiving a job offer with the Hamilton Family Health Team, new hires may be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date as a condition of their employment. If successful candidates are unable to get their COVID-19 vaccination as a result of a medical exemption, they may be required to submit supporting documentation to establish that they are exempt from this requirement.

We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The HFHT is committed to building a respectful, caring, equitable, and inclusive workplace where staff reflect the diversity of the communities that we serve. As such, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals including all equity-deserving groups. In addition, we are committed to accessibility and creating a barrier free hiring process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005). Accommodation is available upon request at any point in the selection process by notifying the recruitment staff.