Hybrid Project Management Specialist – Mental Health, Addictions

at Maamwesying North Shore Community Health Services

• Job title: Project Management Specialist – Mental Health, Addictions
• Job type: Contract
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: CA$95,224 - CA$104,054 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Sault Ste Marie, Canada

About the role

• Project Management Specialist delivering integrated mental health and addictions care initiatives for the Maamwesying Ontario Health Team. Engaging with the community and providing strategic project management consultation.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management consultation, strategic expertise, and coordination of the delivery of integrated mental health and addictions care initiatives for the Maamwesying Ontario Health Team
• Support initiatives across the Maamwesying Ontario Health Team Geographic Catchment area
• Work under the direction of the Maamwesying Ontario Health Operations Manager
• Engage with community stakeholders and facilitate discussions in diverse settings

Requirements

• Baccalaureate Degree or post‑secondary education in health, social services, public administration, or a related field (required)
• Project management experience in the mental health and addictions sector (required)
• Demonstrated experience in change management and system transformation initiatives
• Proven ability to facilitate community engagement and lead group discussions in diverse settings
• Experience with health system planning, program evaluation, or service mapping
• Strong knowledge of the mental health and addictions sector, preferably within First Nations, Indigenous, or rural/remote contexts
• Demonstrated experience working with cross‑functional teams that include internal and external partners
• Knowledge of population health datasets (e.g., Statistics Canada projections, CIHI population grouping methodology, NACRS, DAD, OCAN) is an asset
• Knowledge of and interest in the health issues affecting Indigenous people
• Experience working with Indigenous people, organizations, and communities
• Knowledge and experience with Anishinabek Health and Traditional healing practices
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and facilitation skills
• Excellent ability to prioritize and organize work, with initiative to improve processes
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, changing environment
• Flexible thinker with the ability to quickly adapt to new information and evolving needs
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Drive (required)
• Good understanding of Ontario’s healthcare system and healthcare administration (asset)
• Knowledge of Ontario’s Ontario Health Team (OHT) model and local OHT structure/plan (asset)
• Ability to speak Ojibway is an asset
• Self‑directed, continuous learner able to work with minimal supervision while managing schedules, tasks, and shifting priorities
• A clear criminal reference check is required
• Access to a reliable vehicle, possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to regularly travel across the Maamwesying OHT geographic catchment area are required

Benefits

• Competitive Salary based on experience
• Paid Extended Health Benefits
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Competitive vacation package with an additional 7 Indigenous statutory holidays
• Life-long learning is a priority, offering 10 Professional Development Days and $1800/Annual Budget
• Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, cell phone)
• All travel expenses covered
• High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience
• Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People
• 15 days of Personal Leave