Group Lead Addiction Counsellor

1 week ago


Scarborough, Canada New Beginnings Recovery Home Full time

We’re seeking a compassionate, grounded **Addiction & Mental Health Counsellor** to join our care team. You’ll play a vital role in helping clients work through addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges in both one-on-one and group-based settings.
- Facilitate individual counselling sessions using CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches
- Lead group therapy and psychoeducation sessions (e.g., relapse prevention, emotional regulation, life skills)
- Collaborate on treatment planning and progress reviews with clinical team
- Maintain clear and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with PHIPA
- Participate in regular team meetings and case conferences
- Support a culture of dignity, safety, and community throughout the program
- Registered Social Worker, Nurse, Psychotherapist, or Addiction Specialist (e.g., CRPO, OCSWSSW, CNO, etc.)
- Demonstrated experience in designing and leading clinical programming
- Familiarity with Ontario’s mental health system, OHIP billing pathways, and compliance regulations
- Skilled in trauma-informed, culturally competent, and client-centered care
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Passionate about community healing and building a treatment model that prioritizes equity and access

**Location**:
Scarborough, ON

If you’re ready to help us launch something meaningful and potentially step into a leadership role that changes lives we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s build something powerful together.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Freelance

Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Work from home

Licence/Certification:

- Registration as an RSW (OCSWSSW) or RP (CRPO) (required)

Work Location: In person


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