Clinical Lead, EI & TYP at Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto Branch

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

73306.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental Health Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Leadership, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Trauma-Informed Principles, Client-Centered Care, Quality Improvement, Team Collaboration, Equity and Inclusion, Technology Proficiency, Adaptability, Continuous Learning, Language Skills, Administrative Support

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Clinical Lead – Early Psychosis Intervention & Transitional Youth Programs – MOD Team (Full-Time Contract) The Role and Opportunity CMHA Toronto is seeking a Clinical Lead to provide leadership and support to our Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI) and Transitional Youth (TYP) teams. This role is part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team and will be based at our Lawrence Avenue West location or a designated community partner site. Our Early Psychosis Intervention program serves young adults aged 16–34 who have experienced a first episode of psychosis, along with their families. Services are provided within a Coordinated Specialty Care for Psychosis Model. The Transitional Youth program supports individuals aged 16–24 living with serious mental illness and their families. Both programs work closely to promote recovery, resiliency, and life skills development, helping young people stay on track with education and employment goals. Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) [https://cmha.ca/] is the most established and extensive community mental health organization in Canada. We identify and respond to Canada’s most pressing mental health priorities. At the national level, we push for nationwide system and policy change. At the community level, millions of people in Canada rely on CMHA’s extensive grassroots presence. Since 1918, CMHA has grown to provide mental health services and supports across Canada in over 330 communities. CMHA Toronto was [https://toronto.cmha.ca/], established in 1953. CMHA Toronto proudly provides services to over 10,000 clients per year, in 31 programs at 13 locations across the City of Toronto. Our services are delivered by a passionate and diverse team.  Join us in providing high quality mental health and addictions services, advocating for a better mental health system, and providing education and mental health supports to clients across Toronto.  Salary: $68,975 – $73,306 Work Hours: 35 per week Contract End Date: May 31st, 2026 RESPONSIBILITIES * Providing daily guidance, coaching and supervision to team members in collaboration with the Program Manager * Daily clinical guidance and support to team members in the absence of the Program Manager * Supporting the ongoing implementation, development and coordination of the Coordinated Specialty Care for Psychosis Model. * Working collaboratively with the Program Manager as an active participant in program development, implementation and evaluation, including staff performance evaluation. * Supporting consultation to internal/external stakeholders on all aspects of services to clients. * Continuously ensuring that the focus of our services achieves excellence both at a strategic and operational level. * Having a collaborative, open and client-centered approach with clients, families, partners, community stakeholders. * Being proactive, taking initiative and identifying/implementing quality improvement opportunities. * Supporting program partnerships, including attending rounds and managing referrals and intake assessments. * Providing some administrative support to team members and Program Manager as required. * Providing direct service to clients and managing a caseload of Early Psychosis Intervention clients as required. * Participating in Human Resource Management in collaboration with the Program Manager, including hiring, onboarding and orientation of new team members. * Some evening work is required SKILLS YOU BRING * Education & Registration: Must be an allied health professional (Registered Nurse, Master Occupational Therapist or Master Social Worker) and registered with the appropriate college. * Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of mental health experience; community-based experience is a strong asset. * Leadership: Emerging leadership skills grounded in trauma-informed principles, with a demonstrated ability to mentor and support clinicians through a compassionate and empathic approach, fostering collaboration and client-centered care. * Clinical Expertise: Excellent skills in mental health assessment, teaching, case management, decision-making, and effective crisis intervention. * Specialized Care Delivery: Ability to learn and deliver care within a Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) model for psychosis, including supported employment and education supports. * Intervention Skills: Demonstrated ability to intervene effectively in clinical situations for youth and adults experiencing mental illness. * Equity & Inclusion: Ability to demonstrate a non-homophobic, anti-racist approach and work effectively with diverse communities. * Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication, active listening, and relationship-building skills. * Language Skills: Fluency in a second language is considered an asset. * Adaptability & Continuous Learning: Commitment to ongoing professional development and integration of evidence-based practices. * Technology Proficiency: Experience with electronic health records and data literacy for program outcomes. * Access to a car and a valid driver’s license is required. WHY CHOOSE CMHA TORONTO? If you care about mental illness and mental health and you have the right skills, then CMHA Toronto may be the place for you. We have a positive and fair workplace culture, where staff are provided with opportunities for learning and advancement. We are also big believers in wellness and work-life balance. Our benefits include: * Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a predictable, secure monthly income upon retirement  * Work-life balance and flexibility – to ensure you have time for the things that matter to you  * Work with like-minded, passionate individuals and make an impact on mental health service delivery  * Build genuine and authentic connections, with colleagues and clients, with the goal of making a difference  CMHA Toronto is committed to promoting a workplace culture of inclusion, openness, mutual respect, and a ‘no blame and accountable’ environment. Our staff report that they value the flexibility in work schedules and the work-life balance CMHA Toronto encourages. They appreciate the training and development opportunities provided to staff and the encouragement for continuous learning. Staff often comment on the sense of family and personal support that exists throughout the organization. CMHA Toronto is committed to our workforce reflecting the diversity of the communities within which we work and is an equal opportunity employer. As such we encourage applications from individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, racialized, 2SLGBTQQIA+, and/or those with lived or living experience of mental health and addictions challenges. If you are contacted for an interview, please advise prior to the interview if you require any accommodation. To be eligible for this role, candidates will be required to adhere to our COVID-19 policy and provide proof of vaccination. CMHA Toronto thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Lead will provide daily guidance and support to the Early Psychosis Intervention and Transitional Youth teams, ensuring excellence in service delivery. Responsibilities include clinical guidance, program development, and managing a caseload of clients.