Intake Support Assistant - Canada Summer Jobs

at  Canadian Mental Health Association Peel Branch

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in or completed post-secondary education in social work, social services and/or psychology
• Previous administrative experience, as well as experience working with client/patient related or driven databases would be an asset
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to approach, listen, build trust, and communicate across diverse cultures and intersectionality. Willingness to continually improve understanding around cultural competence.
• Openness to operate from an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, 2SLGBTQ+ affirming and intersectional framework
• Willingness to learn and apply practical understanding of different elements of diversity, such as gender identity/expression, race/cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, disability, immigration and precarious status, family status, etc.
• Fluency in a second language, including ASL (American Sign Language) is considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently in a multi-task environment and to prioritize tasks in a manner that meets staff needs and program objectives
• Proof of administered full-series Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date. If unable to be vaccinated for reasons relating to protected grounds under the Code, completed medical or religious exemption must be provided.
• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening (Police Check) report

SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY. ADVANCE YOUR CAREER. FULFILL YOUR PURPOSE.

Joining the Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin Branch means you’ll be part of something meaningful. For starters, we’re honored to have received the Canadian Non-Profit Employer of Choice Award for our efforts to help people live better. Providing support and services to those who live with mental illness and addictions, we’re committed to increasing awareness and addressing the stigma surrounding mental health. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to create a diverse organization that represents the communities we serve – and the people we help.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Assist with updating reporting templates to assist with reporting compliance
• Assisting with following up with Clients on the By Name List confirming demographic information
• Update resource page for our outreach and housing teams
• Update/streamline administrative process maps
• Support management through organizing and replenishing of our care and food closet
• Coordinate and administratively support our annual Food drive
• Provide reception coverage on a rotational basis
  This posting description indicates the key responsibilities and core functions of the position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities.

Participants of Canada Summer Job roles must meet the following requirements:

• Must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment
• Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
• Must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
• Must be able to work all 8 weeks consecutivel