Community Education - Cross Program - Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

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Job Posting–EXTERNALCommunity Educator – Cross Program RoleFull-time Term PositionThe Canadian Mental Health Association Manitoba and Winnipeg, is part of a 100-year-old nation-wide non-profit organization that promotes the mental health of Canadians and supports the resilience and recovery of people experiencing mental illness.Our ValuesWork hard to listen Focus on impactSupport one another Serve with passionCreate strong connections Embrace IDEA - Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, AccessibilityBe curious Honour lived experienceDiscover better ways Believe its possibleThe PositionThe Community Educator – Cross Program Role will collaborate with multiple teams across different sites as part of a highly collaborative partnership between the Well-Being Learning Centre and the CMHA Youth Hub, Huddle Broadway. The Well-Being Learning Centre is a mental health and well-being education program that provides co-produced courses with an adult learning perspective, including discussions and sharing of experiences. Huddle Broadway is intended to be a one-stop-shop for youth to have ease of access to mental and physical health, addictions, financial and employment supports, culturally appropriate Indigenous counselling, supports, events and activities as well as opportunities to connect with their community and each other through structured educational programming, and events. This program is designed to help youth (12 – 29) reach their goals and highest potential. The Community Educator will support the development and delivery of courses directed to youth and families.The Community Educator relates to and engages with participants of the organization from an empathetic perspective using knowledge and self-awareness to inspire hope, empowerment, and recovery. The Community Educator provides education and encouragement regarding recovery, provides emotional and social support, develops courses in a co-production approach collaborating with youth, facilitates courses, and connects individuals with community resources. The Community Educator will work as a part of a team including the Huddle Broadway Manager, and the Well-Being Learning Centre Manager to create and deliver mental health and well-being education to youth in a learning centre for youth called the Discovery College.This salary range for this position falls within the Collective Agreement Band 4 scale of between $43,950.66 and $53,560.17.Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development and delivery of educational courses and training on a variety of topics related to mental health and addictions, health, well-being, and recovery Facilitate educational sessions on a range of topics related to recovery, health, and well-being
• Co-production and design of courses, which involves deep and meaningful collaboration with stakeholders including students, community partners and advisory councils
• Prepare for design: course materials, including engaging presentations, facilitator guides, resource packages and marketing and promotional materials
• Deliver mental health and illness education to external groups and organizations
• Assess education and training needs for pre-determined target groups
• Investigate and evaluates curricula being used in other places for suitability
• Develop workshop curricula to achieve specific learning objectives of groups
• Coordinate details and arrangements
• Monitor and evaluate education and training activities
• Provide educational displays/workshops to the public, and/or support to volunteers in this area as appropriate
• Lead planning and administering education campaigns to the public (i.e., Mental Health Week events)
• Assume coordination in the delivery of education and training events when the agency is involved in joint projects
• Work collaboratively with project partners according to partnership agreements
• Maintain knowledge base on other education/training opportunities being offered in the community
• Maintains and updates documentation and statistical data as prescribed
• Contribute to agency-wide initiatives to advance the mission and ends of the organization

Qualifications

• This position requires a post-secondary degree in human services
• Three years’ experience:
• Developing adult education courses using co-production methodology
• Delivering adult education courses
• Developing a range of printed materials
• Delivering presentations in small and large group settings
• Knowledge of mental health and well-being and mental illness and recovery experiences
• Knowledge of mental health and addictions system and community services
• Knowledge of adult education theory and practices
• Knowledge of social emotional learning theory
• Knowledge of Recovery College model
• Knowledge of project management practices
• Knowledge of current audio/visual technology and computer software
• Strong written communication skills
• Superior engagement and communication skills
• Able to analyze issues and use sound judgment
• Problem solving and time management skills
• Demonstrate competence in cultural safety and collaborates effectively with individuals with various cultural backgrounds
• Must have recent satisfactory criminal records check/vulnerable persons, and recent satisfactory abuse registry checks
• Flexible working hours, including some evenings
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

At CMHA, employment equity is a factor in hiring. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter if they belong to the following diverse groups: Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, visible minorities, and newcomers.The ProcessPlease submit your resume and a cover letter by November 4, 2022.CMHA Manitoba and WinnipegAttn: Sheryl Giesbrecht930 Portage AvenueWinnipeg, Manitoba R3G 0P8CMHA will respond to requests for reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process. Please advise in your cover letter if you require any accommodations.Job Type: Full-timeSalary: $43,950.66-$53,560.17 per yearBenefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelors Degree (required)

Experience:

• course development: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: One locationApplication deadline: 2022-11-04Quick Apply

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