Mental Health Planner, Mental Health – Temporary Full-Time (0.8) (until November 14, 2025) / Pl[...]

Please Note: If you are a current CHEO employee with access to Workday, please apply to this posting via the Workday application as an internal applicant using the Jobs Hub.To successfully apply for this position, please submit your application by 11:59 pm the day before the advertised closing date in the posting to ensure your application is received.POSITION SUMMARYThe Mental Health Planner will coordinate mental health promotion and intervention services on behalf of Youth Net/Réseau Ado (YN/RA). YN/RA is a bilingual for-youth-by-youth mental health promotion program of the Mental Health Patient Service Unit at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO). YN/RA offers alternative support services for youth. We strive to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health & mental illness through various prevention and intervention activities, as well as through education, research, and advocacy.The Mental Health Planner (MHP) will work closely with the YN/RA core administrative team and front-line team (Youth Facilitators). The MHP is responsible for coordinating and supervising facilitators; coordinating program content, promotion, and recruitment; supporting the YN/RA Clinical Social Worker in conducting the youth intake process; and supporting YN/RA’s Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) in various advocacy and youth engagement projects. This individual must be highly organized and creative, possess excellent verbal and written communications skills, and have the ability to collaborate with a range of internal and external stakeholders (e.g., youth, students/volunteers, parents, educators, community partners). Ability to work flexible hours including weekday evenings and occasional weekends.Compensation Pay Range:$30.41-$37.35PRINCIPAL DUTIES:Marketing and coordination of all mental health promotion and intervention programming (both in English and French)Managing online scheduling system and providing technical support to community stakeholders throughout the workshop booking processLiaising with school board administrators, community contacts, clinicians, and parents around the above activitiesRecruit program participants, staff, youth advisors, and volunteersSupport and advocate on behalf of youthCoordination of facilitator shifts and monthly meetingsSupervision of mental health promotion, youth engagement, and intervention activities, including quality monitoringManagement and communication of service statisticsConduct program evaluations and communicate feedbackAdministrative duties within the YN/RA officeParticipation in the funding proposal writing and submissionsLogistics & Supplies CoordinationParticipation in team meetings and team decision-makingQUALIFICATIONSCriminal Record Check (Essential)Post-secondary education in relevant field or equivalent with youth experience (Essential)Relevant background in mental health (education or experience) (Essential)Knowledge of YouthNet RéseauAdo programs and services (Preferred)Previous experience working as a Facilitator (Preferred)Experience working with youth and skills in fostering genuine youth engagement (Essential)Bilingualism (English/French) (Essential)Flexibility to work within a dynamic, collaborative environment (Essential)Experience in proposal writing preferred (Preferred)Strong coordination skills and experience managing multiple projects (Essential)Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills (Essential)Excellent oral and written communication skills (Essential)Community liaison and networking experience (Essential)Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle (Essential)Technological proficiency and experience with graphic design and social media preferred (Preferred)Please note that this position will be based out of 2305 Suite 300B St Laurent Blvd (YouthNet Location). This location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer.CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at ***************@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.CHEO is committed to providing a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Consistent with that commitment, all applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to receive their COVID-19 booster shots when eligible to protect against the spread of COVID-19.We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr