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Play Therapist (0-6 year olds) or Theraplay Specialist (MSW or RP) Thornhill, ON In-Person/Hybrid About Us: At Young Sprouts Therapy , we specialize in supporting children, teens, and families through compassionate, developmentally appropriate care. Our practice is rooted in connection, creativity, and play. We are a collaborative and growing team that values warmth, clinical excellence, and helping young children thrive emotionally and socially. Position Overview: We are currently seeking a warm, experienced therapist who specializes in working with young children (ages 07) and their caregivers. The ideal candidate is a Registered Social Worker (MSW) or Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with additional certification or advanced training in play therapy, parent-child play therapy, or Theraplay. We''re looking for someone who uses developmentally appropriate, attachment-informed, and expressive modalities to support early childhood development, strengthen parent-child relationships, and foster emotional well-being through play-based interventions. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about: Play therapy Art or music-based interventions Theraplay Parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT or similar) Early childhood development Strengthening parent-child bonds Details: $90$110 per 50-minute session (Independent Contractor) Must be available for 10+ hours/week in person Flexible hours Requirements Registered and in good standing with OCSWSSW (for MSWs) or CRPO (for RPs) Minimum 1 year of direct experience providing therapy to young children (ages 07) and/or their caregivers Specialized training or certification in play therapy, parent-child play therapy, or Theraplay Familiarity with at least one evidence-based approach for young children Strong understanding of child development and attachment-based therapeutic models Current professional liability insurance Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment Commitment to delivering ethical, high-quality care Preferred / Bonus Qualifications (Not Required): Training or certification in art therapy and/or music therapy Experience working with older children and adolescents (approximately ages 817) in addition to early childhood Ability to integrate expressive or creative modalities beyond standard play-based approaches What We Offer: Steady stream of referrals Fully furnished, child-friendly therapy rooms Beautiful, welcoming office environment Administrative and billing support Flexibility to build your caseload around your schedule Supportive, warm team culture Job Types: Part-time, Freelance, Independent Contractor Pay: $95$110 per hour Expected Hours: 1020 per week Schedule: Weekdays and/or weekends depending on availability Job Types: Part-time, Casual, Freelance Pay: $90.00-$110.00 per hour Benefits: Flexible schedule On-site parking Work from home Work Location: Hybrid remote in Thornhill, ON L4J 3M6