African, Caribbean & Black (ACB) Child & Youth Mental Health Coordinator

What We Do

The South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre (SEOCHC) is a community-based organization that has provided integrated, interdisciplinary team-based care for over 40 years. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of people who face inequities – by providing accessible community health and social services.  We look to bring people together with the resources, expertise and services they need so that we can do our part to build a healthy, thriving community. At the heart of our delivery model are our shared commitment to equity and social justice, whole person health, community collaboration, heart driven integrity and evidence informed excellence.

Our talented, passionate team at SEOCHC makes a real and tangible impact on the lives of the residents of our community. We collaborate to deliver best-in-class services and care, and we’re looking for a Coordinator for our ACB Child & Youth Mental Health program.

Overview

Reporting to the Director of Community and Social Services, the African, Caribbean & Black Child & Youth Mental Health Coordinator will help advance health equity through the coordination, development, and oversight of culturally responsive mental health and wellness programs for Black children, youth, and families.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about community impact, mental wellness, youth empowerment, and culturally grounded approaches to care. The coordinator will work collaboratively with community partners, families, and internal teams to strengthen access, improve outcomes, and build trust.

As this is a community-facing role, some evening and after-hours work will be required to support programming, partnerships, events, and community engagement.

 Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and support programs and services for Black children, youth, and families.

Help improve access to culturally responsive mental health and wellness supports.

Build strong relationships with community partners, schools, service providers, and residents.

Support outreach, engagement, and community-based initiatives.

Supervise and support staff, students, and placements as required.

Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and positive team culture.

Monitor program goals, deliverables, and outcomes.

Support reporting, evaluation, and continuous improvement activities.

Assist with planning, budgeting, and resource stewardship.

Identify emerging needs, gaps, and opportunities to strengthen services.

Participate in organizational initiatives including planning, accreditation, and collaborative projects.

Qualifications

Post-secondary education in Social Services, Mental Health/Counselling, Community Development, or a related field.

Experience in program coordination, leadership, or community-based services.

Strong understanding of systemic barriers and social determinants of health impacting Black communities.

Experience working with children, youth, and families.

Knowledge of culturally responsive and anti-racist approaches to service delivery.

Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and belonging.

Strong communication, relationship-building, and facilitation skills.

Excellent organization and project coordination skills.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others.

Experience with community partnerships and stakeholder engagement.

English fluency required. French is an asset.

Hourly Rate

$44.02 - $50.02/hour

Term: May 2026 – March 31, 2027 (with possibility of extension)

Additional Information

For more information on our Centre visit www.seochc.on.ca.

Please apply directly at: African, Caribbean & Black (ACB) Child & Youth Mental Health Coordinator - ACB Wellness Resource Centre with your resume and a cover letter.

Deadline for applications:  Friday May 8, 2026

The Centre is committed to employment equity. SEOCHC will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation due to disability, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, persons with disabilities, and others with lived experience of systemic barriers to equity.