Mental Health Promotion Specialist

Mental Health Promotion Specialist 

1 Temporary Part-Time Contract (12-18 month Maternity Leave)

Position can be located either in Chatham or Sarnia site 

 At Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all employees, volunteers, students and clients, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, creed (religion), national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education or disability or any protected ground under the Human Rights Code, feel valued and respected. We are committed to a non-discriminatory and unbiased approach to inclusion including practice, environment and communication channels.  We respect and value diverse life experiences and cultures and work to ensure that all voices are valued and heard.

 Reporting to the Director of Fund Development and Communications, the incumbent will be responsible for the following functions:

Organize, lead, and participate in fundraising and public awareness through various campaigns.

scheduling, organizing, and implementing seminars, educational series, presentations, workshops and special events for target populations.

promoting community awareness of agency programs and services through presentations.

improving the use of social media in public awareness activities.

providing information pertaining to agency activities and mental health topics/issues and making referrals to appropriate services, as required.

The candidate will work with other professionals using strong problem solving and excellent communication skills.  Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with community partners is required.

Qualifications:   

Bachelor's Degree in Public Health or Health Studies, Master's Degree in Public Health or Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences. 

Knowledge and understanding of serious mental illness that is usually gain by experience working with this population.

Valid Ontario Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle is required. 

Proficiency in both official languages will be considered an asset. 

Hours of Work:   28 hours/week. Flexible hours are required to meet the position requirements may include evenings and weekends.

 Application process:

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit your expression of interest through BambooHR by end of day Thursday, April 30th, 2026. 

If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. This information is available in an alternative format upon request, to accommodate individuals with a disability. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted for an interview, please inform us should accommodation be required.