We deliver quality mental health and addictions services that promote recovery and health, and end stigma.Our Values:Responsive to the needs of our clients, their families, and our communitiesRespectful in how we meet the needs of our clients and staff in each interactionCommitted to delivering the highest quality of care, every timeInnovative in our approach to meeting our clients' and communities' needsInclusive in how we work and serve our clientsTeam Values:We create belongingWe build betterWe offer an inclusive, innovative, and high-performance work culture that helps us deliver transformational impact. The organization cares about the growth, safety and well-being of employees and offers:HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan)Learn more about us by visiting: https://cmha-yr.On.Ca/careers/1 Contract, Part-time position: 14 hours per week, evenings may be requiredReason for opening: An existing vacancyClosing Date: September 3, 2026Hourly Rate: $31.01 per hourLocation: The Mental Health Intake Specialist role works out of our Vaughan Office (8271 Keele Street, Vaughan ON L4K1Z1). Travel to other offices may be required.The Mental Health Intake Specialist is responsible for a combination of the following functions: administering assessments (Clinical Intake, Triage Assessment and CITA), triaging clients to appropriate services, providing service navigation, and providing interim support to clients.The Mental Health Intake Specialist will provide these functions in alignment with the clinical guidelines of the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) program.The client population includes those with mild to moderate depression, anxiety and anxiety-related conditions.This role is Hybrid. At this time, clinicians are working from our Vaughan office 1-day/week. This may change over time.Education, Requirements, and CertificationsAdvanced fluency (written, verbal and reading) in English, Cantonese and Mandarin is a requirementRegistered Social Worker or Social Service Worker,



with a related social service worker diploma or Bachelor of Social Work.Full Member (not in qualifying stage) in valuable standing of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)Prior Work ExperienceTwo or more years of experience fulfilling the duties of a Social Worker or Social Service Worker in a mental health setting is required.Two or more years' experience in conducting psychiatric/mental health intake assessments (psychiatric/mental health assessment, gathering relevant information, and triaging), with focus in mood and anxiety disorders, preferred.Skills and Qualities:Excellent health assessment skills, sound clinical judgment, and diagnostic skills.Strong assessment skills to deliver and interpret symptom and outcome measures.Results-oriented work ethic and ability to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and to deliver quality, consistent, and timely resultsDemonstrated analytical, interpersonal, time management, and organizational skillsProven written and verbal communication skillsProven ability to adapt readily to changeModels and promotes the core ethical practice, and organization's values, and reflects an optimistic attitudeProficiency in French/English language skills is considered an assetFamiliarity with Microsoft Office365 applications (Word, Outlook, etc.)Experience with scheduling and electronic medical record keeping using a clinical management system is an assetThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.CMHA-YRSS supports the recovery of people with mental illness and promotes diversity in the workplace. We welcome all applicants including persons with lived experience, women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQ+, visible minority and immigrant communities to apply.While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Mental Health Intake Specialist (Mandarin & Cantonese Speaking) (Vaughan)
🏢 Canadian Mental Health Association | York Region & South Simcoe
📍 Vaughan