EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Project Coordinator
Community Support & Research Unit
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canada's leading Addiction and Mental Health teaching hospital. CAMH succeeds in transforming the lives of people affected by addiction and mental illness, by applying the latest in scientific advances, through integrated and compassionate clinical practice, health promotion, education and research.
CAMH has been recognized internationally as a Pan American Health Organization and World Health Organization Collaborating Centre CAMH is committed to diversity in the workplace.
Position Description:
The Community Support and Research Unit is currently seeking a full time, contract Project Coordinator to work with one of its housing teams. Reporting to the CSRU Manager, the Project Coordinator will build capacity in best practice housing, bring about housing conversion and facilitate systems change. He/she will be responsible for all facets of the development of transformative housing opportunities which include acting on opportunities for new housing initiatives, negotiating with all parties involved, development of a memorandum of understanding, developing policies and procedures to support the new initiatives, providing leadership to ensure the project becomes operational, problem solving, development of a communication strategy, ongoing monitoring of the initiative, financial reporting, developing and supporting a steering committee for each , ensuring an evaluation component is carried out for each initiative, and ensuring the initiatives reach their goals and are carried out within the required timelines. Other responsibilities include leadership in supporting other provincial housing initiatives, developing guides for best practice housing, liaising with the MOHLTC, liaising with CAMH treatment teams, working with the housing teams of CSRU, taking part in CSRU wide initiatives and delivering presentations with regards to the initiatives and best practice housing. You will establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with colleagues both in CAMH and in the community as well, participate in advocacy and inclusion initiatives and have an understanding of research and program evaluation. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements. This position is located at 862 Richmond Street West, Toronto.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will have a Masters degree in the social/health sciences combined with a minimum of 3 years working experience and knowledge in project co-ordination related to housing, a solid knowledge of supported housing, best practice housing and the housing community in the GTA and surrounding area. Knowledge of housing issues facing people with mental health and/or addiction issues at the individual and system level is essential as is the ability to work in a culturally competent manner, and have an understanding and experience in systems change and advocacy. Knowledge and experience in applied research and evaluation is preferred. You will also possess strong interpersonal skills, be able to work independently, and within a team, have the ability to communicate effectively, have strong written and presentation skills and be able to meet project deadlines and have excellent computer skills. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment are also essential. Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language would be an asset.
Please Note: This full-time, 12-month contract position is part of the OPSEU Bargaining Unit. Salary Range: $28.94 - $39.05 per hour
Please forward your résumé to:
Human Resources
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
1001 Queen Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M6J 1H4
Fax: (416) 583-4316
E-mail: jobs@camh.net
Please quote the File Number in the subject line when applying and indicate where you viewed the advertisement in the cover letter.
Closing Date: January 25, 2012 by 5pm
File Number: 11650E
As an employment equity employer CAMH actively seeks Aboriginal peoples, visible minorities, women, people with disabilities, (including people with who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges), and additional diverse identities for our workforce.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted for an interview, please inform us should accommodation be required. |
