Education Specialist NEW

The Provincial System Support Program (PSSP) at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is seeking a full-time temporary , Education Specialist to support the development of an online training program and support the development of knowledge sharing strategies. Reporting to the Assistant Manager of Gambling, Gaming, and Technology Use, the Education Specialist will work as part of the Knowledge Exchange and Training team. The successful candidate will research and write content for online modules and evidence-informed resources for clinicians, create interactive learning activities including storyboards for simulation, and contribute to the coordination and development of other training resources and knowledge sharing activities. As part of the PSSP Knowledge Exchange team, the CH&E specialist will collaborate with other team members, subject matter experts, vendors and other internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will be able to manage multiple aspects of work simultaneously, and work independently, as well as with a diverse team. The successful candidate will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements.

Qualifications:

• The successful candidate will have a Master’s degree in Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Education, or a related discipline, with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in the fields of: mental health and addictions clinical practices, and/or education/knowledge sharing.
• Previous experience in community mental health and addictions settings, healthcare and/or academic settings is an asset.
• Knowledge of mental health and addictions problems, particularly: gambling, gaming, and problem technology use is required.
• Demonstrated experience in adult education (curriculum development, coordination, and/or online facilitation). Demonstrated ability to search, identify, synthesize, and exchange relevant evidence/knowledge is required. Demonstrated experience in course development, writing e-learning content and web content writing is required. Demonstrated experience in the development of knowledge sharing activities would be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, communication (oral/written), creative problem-solving abilities and organizational/time management skills are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including spreadsheet and presentation applications, web conferencing programs such as Adobe Connect/WebEx Meetings, and learning management systems such as Moodle is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a self-directed manner, as well as collaboratively in a team setting is required. The ability to manage a diverse task load, successfully mediate difficult and uncomfortable situations, and adapt to and manage changing priorities is required. Bilingualism (French/English) and/or proficiency in a second language is considered an asset.

Please Note: This full-time temporary position under the OPSEU bargaining unit.

Salary Range:$33.59 – 45.31 per hour.

CAMH is a Tobacco-Free Organization.

CAMH is fully affiliated with the University of Toronto and is a teaching hospital and research institute. As a CAMH employee, you will be expected to actively support CAMH’s teaching and research activities, in addition to supporting the clinical work of the hospital.

At CAMH, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. Our commitment to equity is grounded in an institution-wide commitment to achieving a working, teaching, and learning environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

CAMH actively seeks candidates from First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2+ communities, women, and people with disabilities (including people who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges).

We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please inform us if you require accommodations during the interview process.