Program officer Jobs in St. Thomas, ON

Canada Summer Jobs, Addiction and Mental Health Worker, Community Wellness Canada Summer Jobs Position - (OPSEU) This posting is the result of an existing vacancy.

Full-Time, Contract (8 weeks, to end by Aug 30, 2026) - 2 positions available - St.

Thomas; Elgin County Catchment Area (Elgin Zone) AND London, Ontario (London Zone) Application Deadline: May 8, 2026 Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) is a federal program committed to help young people gain employment information, skills and experience.

This program aims to support young people, particularly those from communities facing barriers to employment, as they transition into the labour market.

This position performs duties and responsibilities utilizing psychosocial rehabilitation principles and practices to maximize the recovery of individuals accessing services. Through a varied program of structured and unstructured activities, groups, educational opportunities as well as one to one approach, at times within a Hub model setting, this role helps individuals access the skills, support, and encouragement often required to find a sense of stability, wellness, and meaningful community engagement.

This role will provide safe, welcoming spaces for rapid engagement, access to information, and from which to explore outward into the community at large.

The Community Wellness Programs and Social Rehabilitation Canada Summer Jobs role offers community inclusion, service engagement, and wellness promotion through group facilitation and individualized support.

This role will collaborate with the Community Wellness and Social Rehabilitation teams in both London and Elgin County.

Consider making a difference in your community by joining our team! WHAT WE'RE OFFERING: What you'll be making - $17.60 per hour When you'll work - This position is 35 hours per week for approximately 8 weeks. Must be available to work shifts between the hours of 9:00am to 4:30pm.

Schedule will be Monday to Friday, but some after-hours, weekend or public holiday shifts may be required Your pension plan - Immediately eligible for optional enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Using wellness approaches to recovery, develop and implement both group and individual programs that address the Social Determinants of Health to promote optimal health and well-being Facilitate programming that encourages the development of self-determination and the empowerment of the individuals Engage and develop relationships of trust with all community members Maintain healthy boundaries within the supportive, collaborative working relationship Facilitate social/support/life skills groups based on recovery and wellness principles for individuals in community Provide active, supportive listening and assistance with wellness planning Support the ongoing development and implementation of CMHA TVAMHS’s recovery college called, Thrive Institute, which may include participating in co-production activities, group facilitation, and other strategic planning initiatives Travel to various CWP and Social Rehabilitation sites throughout London and Elgin area to support group facilitation, program development, team engagement, etc.

Administration: Maintain daily activity records and compiles statistical and narrative reports on a timely basis as relevant Prepare program reports, expense reports, etc.

as required Develop promotional materials for programs, special events, etc.

Scheduling appropriate spaces required for activities as required Prepare meeting minutes as required Compile and submit relevant statistical information as per CMHA TVAMHS guidelines WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY: Police Vulnerable Sector Check Requirements Successful candidates must have a Police Vulnerable Sector Check completed in the last six months.

Interested applicants who reside in the City of London and are in need of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) are encouraged to apply for one as soon as possible as PVSCs in the City of London are currently taking approximately 5 weeks to be processed and offers of employment cannot be made without receipt of a PVSC.

We require the following qualifications: Canada Summer Jobs requirements: Will be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment Are 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 Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

• (Note: International students are not eligible.

Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.) Post-secondary education completed or in progress within social services, mental health and/or addictions Valid Driver’s License and Access to a vehicle Ability to attend work regularly Current, satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) We prefer the following qualifications: Insurance adequate for transporting clients First Aid/CPR Applied Suicide Intervention Training Experience working with individuals living with mental health illness and/or addictions Knowledge of mental health and recovery Knowledge of recovery and wellness principles, trauma-informed practices, social inclusion, and diversity Effective group facilitation skills Knowledge of community resources Knowledge of computerized documentation methods Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and database applications Maintaining own personal sense of wellness Health and safety knowledge Ability to recognize and guide potential conflict situations Bilingual in both official languages, preferred; Une préférence sera accordée aux personnes possédant des compétences dans les deux langues officielles du Canada Get your application in by – May 8, 2026: Our recruitment process allows us to learn about your previous work experience, your qualifications and your commitment to fulfilling our vision.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those individuals being considered for a position will be personally contacted by someone from the interview team. We welcome and encourage applications from all members of our community including persons of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of visible minorities.

If you require accommodations related to a disability at any point during the recruitment process, please contact Human.Resources@cmhatv.ca Legal Notifications: For legal purposes our full business name is: Canadian Mental Health Association Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services Artificial Intelligence is not currently employed in our recruitment processes Powered by JazzHR