Sheridan is seeking passionate and knowledge professionals to join our course development team within the School of Applied Health’s new Addictions and Mental Health. This program is designed to prepare students for frontline and systems-level 3ork in mental health and substance use care, with an emphasis on trauma-informed, person-centred, and equity-driven approaches. We are currently inviting applications from experienced and motivated professionals to support the development of the following courses:

• Fundamentals of Mental Health
• Trauma Informed Approach
• Counselling Skills I
• Crisis Management, Harm Reduction & Prevention

Reporting to the Associate Dean, this part-time opportunity offers a chance to contribute meaningfully to a growing field by shaping curriculum that reflects current practices, ethical standards, and emerging trends in addictions and mental health. Course developers will work both independently and in collaboration with faculty and academic leadership to design high-quality, engaging content that aligns with the programs learning outcomes.

Ideal candidates will bring a deep understanding of community mental health, substance use, harm reduction, and trauma-informed practice, as well as a commitment to inclusive education. Sheridan values diverse experiences and perspectives and is dedicated to fostering a learning environment that respects and reflects the varied cultural and social backgrounds of our students.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing course-specific curriculum that aligns with both the Program Learning Outcomes and individual course learning outcomes;

• Developing engaging and accessible module content, assignments, assessments, and rubrics based on the approved course evaluation matrix;

• Responding to feedback from internal stakeholders and incorporating revisions to strengthen course quality;

• Applying innovative and evidence-informed instructional strategies and tools to enhance student learning and course delivery;

• Collaborating with the program team through regular update meetings and shared development milestones;

• Performing other related duties as assigned.

About You

You are committed to advancing the fields of mental health and substance use through education, and you bring both professional experience and a learner-centered mindset to your work.

You actively promote equity, inclusion, and diversity, and are dedicated to fostering safe, respectful, and culturally responsive learning environments—both in the classroom and in the
broader community.

You are a strong communicator and collaborator who thrives both independently and as part of a team.

You are adaptable and solutions-oriented, with the ability to navigate change and use your critical thinking skills to support the evolving needs of the program and its learners.

The successful candidate will also meet the following requirements:

• A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Addictions and Mental Health, Counselling, Public Health (with a focus on mental health and/or substance use) or a related field;

• The preferred applicants will have extensive knowledge and professional experience ;

• Teaching or curriculum development experience in a postsecondary or adult education setting, will be an asset;

• Experience with universal and accessible design is an asset;

• Experience in teaching and curriculum development at the post-secondary level is an asset.

Who We Are
Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people’s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2027: Forging the Future (https://www.sheridancollege.ca/sheridan2027), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we’re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

• For more information, visit: Why Work at Sheridan

Other Details
Faculty/Department: Faculty of Applied Health and Community Studies
Work Categorization: Remote
Reference #: J0725-0902
Employee Group: Part-time Support – Temporary
Hourly Rate: $50.00 - $55.00 + 4% in lieu of benefits and vacation
Hours/Week: 7
Hours: Flexible; Mondays 8:00 am to 10:00 am, Wednesdays 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Fridays 8:00 am to 10:00 am
Start Date: Fall 2025
End Date: December 19, 2025

Sheridan is deeply committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, Anishinaabe Nation, Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Sheridan is situated on these lands, and it is our collective responsibility to honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here, and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be working on this land.

Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Sheridan is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources.

You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.