Group Facilitator – Addiction Recovery (Men’s Supportive Housing Program)
Into Action Recovery – Lower Mainland, BC
Compensation: $24–$28 per hour (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time and Part-time opportunities available
About Us
Into Action Recovery is a supportive recovery residence dedicated to helping men overcome addiction and rebuild meaningful, purposeful lives. We emphasize an integrated bio-psycho-social-spiritual approach grounded in evidence-based practices and the 12-Step program of recovery, while fostering accountability, community, and long-term wellness.
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Group Facilitator to lead structured group sessions in our men’s supportive recovery environment. The ideal candidate will bring both professional training and personal insight, with a strong preference for those with lived experience in recovery and long-term sobriety (long-term sobriety is not the only qualification, however).
As a Group Facilitator, you will design and deliver engaging group sessions that support recovery, personal growth, relapse prevention, and community reintegration, while working within a collaborative team of dedicated helping professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate structured recovery groups using bio-psycho-social models and the 12-Step framework.
- Create a safe, supportive, and accountable environment for participants.
- Integrate motivational, educational, and experiential elements into group sessions.
- Collaborate with staff to ensure group facilitation aligns with individual service plans.
- Maintain accurate group records, attendance, and progress notes.
- Model professionalism, empathy, and strong recovery-oriented values.
Qualifications
- Required: Experience facilitating groups in the addiction recovery or mental health field.
- Strong understanding of the 12-Step recovery process and bio-psycho-social approaches.
- Excellent communication, listening, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to establish trust and rapport with men in early recovery.
- Preferred:
- Lived experience with long-term recovery from addiction.
- Certification or formal training in addiction studies, counseling, social work, or related fields.
- Familiarity with trauma-informed practice and relapse prevention strategies.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation: $24–$28/hour (based on experience).
- Both full-time and part-time positions are available.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of men in recovery.
- Supportive, team-oriented environment grounded in accountability and growth.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about recovery, skilled in group facilitation, and committed to fostering positive change, we invite you to apply.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your facilitation experience, familiarity with 12-Step and bio-psycho-social models, and (if applicable) your lived experience in long-term sobriety.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Work Location: In person
