Addictions Worker Instructor
About The Position
Vancouver College of Counselling Training (VCCT) is seeking a qualified Addictions Worker Instructor to join their instructional team. In this role, the instructor will support adult learners in developing the knowledge, ethical understanding, and practical competencies required for careers supporting individuals affected by substance use and behavioural addictions. VCCT is looking for individuals who are passionate about education and addiction recovery support services and who bring strong field experience in counselling, case support, or community outreach. As an Addictions Worker Instructor, the individual will deliver high-quality, student-centered instruction across both in-person and online learning environments, modeling professional ethics consistent with addiction support practice while helping students build practical workplace readiness.
Requirements
- Diploma, Bachelor's degree, or Master's degree in Addictions Counselling, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related discipline
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in addictions support or community services
- Demonstrated knowledge of: harm reduction principles, relapse prevention strategies, crisis response fundamentals, recovery-oriented support models
- Experience working with diverse and vulnerable populations
- Strong communication skills in both classroom and online environments
- A certificate, diploma, or post-secondary degree relevant to Addictions Support plus two years full-time related experience, OR Ten years of full-time directly related field experience in addictions or recovery support services
Nice To Haves
- Experience teaching adult learners in post-secondary or career college environments
- Experience supporting practicum readiness
- Experience delivering hybrid or online instruction
- Experience working in treatment centres, community recovery programs, or outreach services
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging instruction across Addictions Worker program courses
- Facilitate learning using both classroom-based and online delivery formats
- Ensure instruction aligns with curriculum objectives and institutional learning outcomes
- Provide timely and constructive feedback through Canvas
- Evaluate student performance fairly and submit grades within required timelines
- Support student development in key competencies such as: substance use awareness and intervention strategies, relapse prevention planning, client-centred communication, harm reduction approaches, trauma-informed support practices, documentation and case support procedures
- Design and develop comprehensive course curriculum, including syllabi, learning objectives, and detailed outlines for new in-class and online programs
- Produce engaging educational content such as case studies, laboratory exercises, multimedia resources, and assignments to support diverse learning needs
- Define clear, measurable student learning outcomes that align with academic standards and program goals
- Be available Monday through Friday to support learners across scheduled teaching formats
- Provide academic coaching and additional instructional support when required
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment
- Encourage participation in both synchronous and asynchronous learning activities
- Support students preparing for employment in addictions support and community service settings
- Maintain familiarity with VCCT Addictions Worker curriculum and updates
- Participate in curriculum improvement initiatives
- Attend instructor meetings and professional development sessions
- Support student progress monitoring and early intervention strategies when needed
- Uphold academic integrity and institutional compliance standards
- Maintain accurate attendance and grading records
- Deliver instruction using Canvas LMS, Microsoft Teams, and institutional communication platforms
- Support students navigating online learning tools
- Maintain professional communication through official VCCT platforms
- Demonstrate professionalism and commitment to student success
- Model ethical behaviour aligned with addictions support and recovery practice
- Apply culturally responsive and trauma-informed teaching approaches
- Maintain appropriate professional presentation when teaching on campus
- Follow institutional policies and values in all instructional responsibilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
