Job Description

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Hope Valley Healing is a bed-based treatment facility located in the heart of Kawartha Lakes, Ontario. We are expanding our reach through a Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) designed to provide accessible, evidence-based support to individuals navigating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges. Our programming fosters community, resilience, and recovery through structured group sessions and psycho-educational learning.

We are seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and highly skilled Virtual Addictions & Mental Health Professional to facilitate evening group psycho-educational sessions. This role is ideal for someone who brings enthusiasm to the screen, thrives in a virtual environment, and is well-versed in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, and trauma-informed care.

You will deliver programming to clients enrolled in our virtual IOP, which runs Monday to Thursday evenings from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM for four-week cycles. Each session includes rolling admissions, so flexibility and adaptability in content delivery are essential. The total commitment is 3 hours per evening to allow for preparation and post-session documentation.

Hours: 3 hours per evening (2 hours group facilitation + 1 hour prep/documentation) Days: Monday to Thursday Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (group time) Reporting To: Clinical Director, Brittany McDonald Probation Period: 90 days, with potential for ongoing opportunities based on performance and fit Facilitate engaging, trauma-informed pre-designed psycho-educational group sessions virtually on a variety of topics Adapt content delivery to accommodate rolling admissions and diverse client needs Maintain accurate and timely documentation following each session Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure continuity of care Uphold ethical standards and professional boundaries at all times Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive virtual group environment Registration in good standing with one of the following:

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)

Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF) College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) (preferred) Demonstrated experience facilitating group psycho-educational sessions Strong command of the English language and A1 communication skills Proficiency in virtual platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet) and comfort in online facilitation Reliable high-speed internet and private, professional virtual setup Knowledge of evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, etc.) Lived experience with addiction or mental health recovery is considered an asset but not required. Ability to work independently Flexible evening hours ideal for professionals seeking a second income or reduced schedule Meaningful work supporting individuals in recovery Highly competitive compensation Opportunity to grow within a respected and expanding treatment organization
Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

info@hopevalleyranch.ca

All applicants will be evaluated, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

Experience:

Professional : 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Registration with OSWSSW, CACCF, CRPO or equivalent (required)
Work Location: Remote