EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY | CMHA-ER www.cmha-edmonton.ab.ca
| Position: Manager Community Engagement | Type:
Maternity Leave Replacement (18 months) -- Full-time | Salary: $44,409 - $62,002 per annum | Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found. ||| About:
CMHA-Edmonton is a
non-profit organization that envisions mentally healthy people in caring
communities. We increase awareness and understanding of mental health, mental
illness, recovery, and suicide prevention through education. We support the
resilience and recovery of people in distress including those affected by
mental illness or suicide by providing crisis intervention; safe, long-term and
affordable housing; peer connections; suicide grief and family support;
advocacy and wayfinding; and providing opportunities to improve your wellness.
Join us and make a difference in the lives of individuals and families affected
by mental illness and stressful situations including abuse, violence, and
suicide.
Position Abstract: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Manager Community Engagement provides leadership and direction to the Community Engagement program area. The position has responsibility for the overall management of program development, implementation, and evaluation of multiple areas including: Learning Services, Mental Health and Wellbeing Education; Volunteer Services; Suicide Grief Support Services; and Care Giver Connections. The Manager Community Engagement develops relationships with community organizations and other key stakeholders, reviews their effectiveness, and nurtures them for continued growth. The Manager Community Engagement is the chair of the agency In-Service Committee, is also responsible for financial and human resource management, and contributing to the implementation of the agency’s strategic plan.
Qualifications – Experience | University Degree in a related field (e.g. Social Science, Business, etc.); Current registration with a professional body (as appropriate); Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership/supervisory position (preferably in the non-profit sector and in an agency that serves people experiencing mental illness) and/or experience developing relationships with community organizations and stakeholders; AAS Certified Crisis Worker AAS designation (preferred); Crisis Intervention Support Worker, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certifications and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) (preferred); Project management experience and/or certification.
Position Abstract: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Manager Community Engagement provides leadership and direction to the Community Engagement program area. The position has responsibility for the overall management of program development, implementation, and evaluation of multiple areas including: Learning Services, Mental Health and Wellbeing Education; Volunteer Services; Suicide Grief Support Services; and Care Giver Connections. The Manager Community Engagement develops relationships with community organizations and other key stakeholders, reviews their effectiveness, and nurtures them for continued growth. The Manager Community Engagement is the chair of the agency In-Service Committee, is also responsible for financial and human resource management, and contributing to the implementation of the agency’s strategic plan.
Qualifications – Experience | University Degree in a related field (e.g. Social Science, Business, etc.); Current registration with a professional body (as appropriate); Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership/supervisory position (preferably in the non-profit sector and in an agency that serves people experiencing mental illness) and/or experience developing relationships with community organizations and stakeholders; AAS Certified Crisis Worker AAS designation (preferred); Crisis Intervention Support Worker, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certifications and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) (preferred); Project management experience and/or certification.
Skills – Abilities | Strong interpersonal, verbal & written communication skills; Demonstrated understanding of mental health; mental illness and recovery; crisis intervention; mental health promotion, and volunteerism; Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work independently and operate effectively in a complex multi-program environment; Demonstrated abilities of leadership, strategic goal setting and vision of how to achieve the overall objectives of the organization; Superior organizational and problem-solving skills; Ability to respond to situations with astuteness and composure; Demonstrated abilities in project management, financial management, program delivery, and evaluation; Strong presentation & group facilitation skills; Ability to effectively use MS Office. TO APPLY | Submit resume & cover letter in confidence to: hr@cmha-edmonton.ab.ca
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