Project Management Specialist for Mental Health & Addictions - MOHT

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position:  Project Management Specialist for Mental Health & Addictions MOHT

Employment Type:  Full time contract until March 31, 2027

Vacancy Status:  Existing Vacancy

Salary Range:  $95,224-$104,054

Working Location:  Hybrid - Maamwesying Head Office Serpent River First Nation or satellite office in Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Closing Date:  Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Who you are? You are highly motivated in sharing your interest in the Health Field enabling you to work in a team environment. You acknowledge the Seven Grandfather Teachings in your work to build relationships.  In addition, you have the ability to draw on your own knowledge and life skills to support and maintain efficient operational functions, with a positive outlook.

Who we are? As the province’s sole Indigenous-led and Indigenous-focused Ontario Health Team, we’re trailblazers in reshaping patient care. Our Ontario Health Team has been established and driven by over 30 years of advocacy and collaboration between our First Nation partners. Maamwesying Ontario Health Team embodies unity and cultural respect. Our vision reflects our commitment to accessible, quality, and wholistic healthcare.

Ontario Health Teams are created by bringing patients, communities, healthcare providers and organizations together to help plan for and deliver care in a coordinated way.

The opportunity: Under the direction of the Maamwesying Ontario Health Operations Manager, the Project Specialist Mental Health and Addictions is directly accountable for providing project management consultation, strategic expertise, and coordination of the delivery of integrated mental health and addictions care initiatives for the Maamwesying Ontario Health Team.

We are seeking a dynamic and skilled professional with demonstrated expertise in change management, community engagement, and health system planning to support initiatives across the Maamwesying Ontario Health Team Geographic Catchment area.

The successful candidate will bring strong knowledge of the mental health and addictions sector, including an understanding of the unique service delivery landscape, challenges, and opportunities within First Nations communities.

What you need to bring with you:

Baccalaureate Degree or post‑secondary education in health, social services, public administration, or a related field (required).

Project management experience in the mental health and addictions sector (required).

Demonstrated experience in change management and system transformation initiatives.

Proven ability to facilitate community engagement and lead group discussions in diverse settings.

Experience with health system planning, program evaluation, or service mapping.

Strong knowledge of the mental health and addictions sector, preferably within First Nations, Indigenous, or rural/remote contexts.

Demonstrated experience working with cross‑functional teams that include internal and external partners.

Knowledge of population health datasets (e.g., Statistics Canada projections, CIHI population grouping methodology, NACRS, DAD, OCAN) is an asset.

Knowledge of and interest in the health issues affecting Indigenous people.

Experience working with Indigenous people, organizations, and communities.

Knowledge and experience with Anishinabek Health and Traditional healing practices.

Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and facilitation skills.

Excellent ability to prioritize and organize work, with initiative to improve processes.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, changing environment.

Flexible thinker with the ability to quickly adapt to new information and evolving needs.

Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Drive (required).

Good understanding of Ontario’s healthcare system and healthcare administration (asset).

Knowledge of Ontario’s Ontario Health Team (OHT) model and local OHT structure/plan (asset).

Ability to speak Ojibway is an asset.

Self‑directed, continuous learner able to work with minimal supervision while managing schedules, tasks, and shifting priorities.

A clear criminal reference check is required.

Access to a reliable vehicle, possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to regularly travel across the Maamwesying OHT geographic catchment area are required.

Why work with us?

Competitive Salary based on experience

Paid Extended Health Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Competitive vacation package with an additional 7 Indigenous statutory holidays

Life-long learning is a priority, offering 10 Professional Development Days and $1800/Annual Budget

Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, cell phone)

All travel expenses covered

High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience

Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People

15 days of Personal Leave

What to expect?

Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time-to-time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage or cedar may occur.

Accessibility accommodations will be available upon request.

An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check.

Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code – Special Programs.

No artificial intelligence is used in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

Qualified individuals are invited to submit to the link in BambooHR, a cover letter along with current resume, certificates, diplomas, and three work related references.

Thank you in advance to all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.