Psychiatrist (Hybrid – Contract or Part-Time)

Location: 69 Gradwell Dr., Scarborough, ON M1M 2N1
Organization: New Beginnings Recovery Home

Who We Are

New Beginnings Recovery Home is proud to be one of Canada’s first BIPOC-owned residential treatment centres focused on addiction and mental health. Situated in the GTA, we offer culturally responsive, trauma-informed care tailored to the needs of historically underserved populations.

We are seeking a licensed psychiatrist to support our residential team through virtual and/or on-site assessments, with optional involvement in group therapy facilitation (compensated separately).

About the Role

This role focuses on providing psychiatric intake assessments for individuals preparing to enter our 28-day inpatient recovery program. You’ll work closely with our interdisciplinary team to ensure each client’s clinical readiness and safety for admission.

Key Duties

• Complete psychiatric evaluations of new clients (virtually or in-person)
• Review mental health history, substance use patterns, medication regimens, and potential detox concerns
• Identify contraindications or red flags requiring alternate care pathways
• Approve or redirect admissions based on clinical appropriateness
• Provide oversight and approval for individualized treatment plans
• Consult with clinical and intake teams to support decision-making
• (Optional) Co-lead therapeutic groups on a case-by-case basis
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• MD with FRCPC in Psychiatry
• Licensed and in good standing with the CPSO
• Eligible to bill OHIP, either independently or through a group billing arrangement
• Familiarity with K-codes and other OHIP-funded mental health billing structures
• Prior experience in addiction medicine, family psychiatry, or community mental health is an asset
• Comfortable using virtual platforms to deliver psychiatric services
• Committed to an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach
  
  

Availability & Scheduling

• Flexible scheduling — evenings and weekends welcomed
• Intake assessments typically last 20–40 minutes
• Estimated 2–6 assessments per week, with room to grow
  
  

Compensation Structure

We offer a flexible compensation model, which may include:

• Hourly consulting rates (Starting at $300/Hr)
• Per-assessment fees for clinical evaluations
• Split-billing on eligible OHIP services (e.g., psychiatric counselling, admission assessments)

All terms negotiable based on scope and experience.

Billing & Collaboration Model

• Physicians must be open to a collaborative billing agreement with New Beginnings
• Group billing registration with OHIP required to submit claims for services provided by staff (e.g., therapists, social workers)
• Revenue share applies to OHIP-billed services, with agreed-upon percentages
• Physicians gain access to:
• Steady client referrals
• Support staff for clinical care
• Secure digital infrastructure for records and care plans
• Admin support for scheduling, billing, and documentation
  
  

Ready to Join Us?

Please send your CV to [email protected]
Optionally, CC [email protected] for quicker follow-up.

Kindly include:

• A brief summary of your experience with addiction psychiatry and/or virtual care
• Your availability for assessments
• Confirmation of OHIP billing eligibility
• Willingness to enter a collaborative billing arrangement