Manager of Mental Health and Wellness

Position: Manager of Mental Health and Wellness

Location: KPDSB Board Catchment Area

Hours of Work: Full Time - 35 hours per week

Rate of Pay: $113,492

Union Affiliation: Non-Union

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSB

As one of the area’s largest employers, Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.

Come to KPDSB to experience the refreshing lakes, sandy beaches, breathtaking northern lights, and the welcoming tight-knit communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Board’s web site at.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Superintendent of Education, the Manager of Mental Health and Wellness provides system-level leadership, management, and strategic direction for student mental health services and mental health promotion across the system. The position is responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the Board’s Mental Health and Addictions Strategy, annual action plans, student mental health service pathways, crisis response supports, professional learning, and related policies, protocols, and procedures. The Manager also supports staff mental health promotion through prevention-focused resources, mental health literacy, wellness awareness, and professional learning in collaboration with senior administration and other system partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

A university degree from a recognized institution in Psychology / Mental Health is required. A Master’s Degree in a related profession is preferred. A Regulated Health Professional and registered member in good standing of a related professional regulatory body in Ontario. A minimum of 7 years of experience in mental health capacity building and literacy is required. 10 years of experience, including experience in a School Board environment, is preferred. Demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively within an interdisciplinary team. Experience designing and facilitating professional learning for the purposes of building capacity with mental health professionals, educators, adults, youth, and families. This position will require a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) at the employee’s expense

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

Please include three (3) professional references, one of whom must be a recent supervisor and permission to contact. These can be uploaded directly into your ATE application/portfolio – Attention Samantha Hager, Human Resources Officer. The Board thanks all applicants for indicating their interest in this position, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted.

KPDSB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities

Confidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources throughout any stage of the recruitment process.