Responsibilities Include:
oParticipate in training on facilitation and presentations skills, anti-racism/ anti-discrimination, navigating the mental health system and resettlement stress.
oWith support from the Project Coordinators, facilitate anti-racism/ anti-discrimination workshops at places frequented by newcomers and mental health consumers/ survivors
oCarry out administrative tasks related to the position as required
oMain location of work will be close to Downsview Subway Station, with travel throughout the GTA and infrequent short trips outside Toronto (a car is not required)
Requirements:
oPersonal lived experience with mental health issues AND with immigrating to Canada
oKnowledge and understanding of the mental health needs of newcomers who are experiencing mental health problems
oUnderstanding of anti-racism/ anti-oppression theory and practice
oUnderstanding of the interconnection and intersection of different oppressions
oAbility to incorporate feedback
oExperience facilitating workshops would be an asset
Annual Salary: $47,203 (will be pro-rated to 10 months)
Please submit a cover letter and resume by Friday January 29th, 2010 to the Opening Doors Peer Trainer Hiring Panel, Canadian Mental Health Association- Toronto Branch, 700 Lawrence Ave. West, Suite 480, Toronto, ON, M6A 3B4 or Fax (416) 789-9079 or email work@cmha-toronto.net. We thank all applicants however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.
The Canadian Mental Health Association is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from equity seeking groups including qualified individuals with personal experience of the mental health system.
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