Unit Coordinator - Charlottetown, Canada - Canadian Mental Health Association

Canadian Mental Health Association

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Charlottetown, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is the nation-wide leader and champion for mental health.

CMHA facilitates access to the resources people require to maintain and improve mental health and community integration, build resilience, and support recovery from mental illness.

The PEI Division of the Canadian Mental Health Association requires the services of a qualified individual to work as a Unit Coordinator

Employment Unit at our Fitzroy Centre Clubhouse. Fitzroy Centre Clubhouse offers people who are experiencing mental illness various opportunities to develop and reach their personal goals for their rehabilitation.

This is a
one (1) Full-Time Employment (FTE) permanent position. This position will be located at our Charlottetown office.

No

of Vacancy:
1 Full -Time Employment (FTE) permanent position

(Salary of the position is 55, ,424$ per year or 28.54$ $ / hour (37.5 hours per week)

Job Summary:

Organizes and coordinates the activities of the Employment Unit in the Fitzroy Centre Clubhouse.
Delivers a full range of individual and group Employment Assistance Services including career assessment, employment counselling, job search skills, labour market research, resume and interview preparations and employment maintenance by the Employment Unit Team.
Ensures compliance with International Clubhouse Standards.
Provides direction and leadership to program staff and members
Provides psychosocial rehabilitation supports with an emphasis on wellness
Builds relationship with staff, members, referral agencies, service providers, landlords, and other key supports and services.
Organizes the activities, schedules, and work plans related to the project and activities while adhering to International Standards for Clubhouse Programs
Works with staff and members in the completion of activities and special projects.
Maintains confidentiality of information

Requirements:

Education:

Relevant degree in Social Sciences (social work, psychology etc.)
Master's Degree would be considered an asset

(Demonstrated Experience Equivalencies will be considered)

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years' experience working with individuals with complex needs
Experience working with community agencies
Experience working in and developing collaborative partnerships

Key Skills and Abilities:

An understanding and ability to work within a recoveryoriented program delivery model
Strong leadership skills
Strong organizational and problemsolving skills
Highly motivated and shows initiative
Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, written and verbal communication, and a positive attitude
Knowledge and understanding of the Clubhouse model
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues, as well as to work independently with minimum supervision
Ability to assist in the proposals, development and implementation of programs
Sound knowledge of the social determinants of health
Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of MS Office programs
Awareness of social supports and services within the community
Ability to work effectively with volunteers and community agencies

Other Requirements

Vehicle and valid driver's license required (frequent travel within the community)
A satisfactory and current criminal records check
CPR/First Aid

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An asset to this position is a solid knowledge, sensitivity, and/or lived experience relating to the issues of mental health and addictions. _

Other Assets:

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Mental Health First Aid, Motivational interviewing, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and the management of concurrent disorders

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week. Some evening and weekend work will be required

Location:
Charlottetown, PEI

Closing Date for Application:
This job ad will remain open until the position is filled

Start Date:
As soon as possible

HR Coordinator
CMHA PEI Division

178 Fitzroy Street, P.O. Box 785,

Charlottetown, PE, C1A 7L9

We thank all applicants who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
$28.54-$32.01 per hour

Schedule: