Job Description
As a member of an inter-disciplinary team and part of our dynamic Mental Health Service, you will be responsible for implementing and participating in social recreational/educational programs that meet the needs of the people that choose to spend their days with us. Your role will further assist members to cultivate independence, competence, self-confidence, and self-esteem by serving as a role model, companion, educator, and advocate to the member of the Mental Health Network of Chatham-Kent. Your role is also to encourage people with a mental illness to take an active role in their personal wellness. Duties include but not limited to:
- Responsible for providing one-on-one assistance to individuals with varying mental heath needs to enable full involvement in our activities and leisure programs
- To empower and promote people to take control of their lives
- To help and assist Program Facilitators with daily programs
- Morning set-up and End of day routines
- Will be responsible for program activities that he/she/they must develop and implement
- Act quickly and responsibly should a crisis occur Skills and

Qualifications:

· Degree or Diploma in similar field of work
· Good interpersonal skills
· Have the capacity and understanding to deal with difficult situations/crisis situations
· Ability to listen, empathize, and accept others




· Openness to receiving feedback and supervision as needed
· A knowledge of chronic mental illnesses is an asset
· Effective problem-solving skills Ability to bring fun to the setting Use of a personal vehicle to transport people to various activities, a clean driving record
· Strong verbal communication skills/strong problem-solving skills
· Excellent time management, organization, and flexibility
· Strong computer skills
- Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint
· Demonstrates good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard
· Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
· Knowledge of the arts and the LGBTQ2SIA+ community
· Preference given to those who have previous passenger van driving experience Compensation and Requirements:
· This position is part-time and consists of a 20 hour work week, from Monday to Friday.
· Business Casual attire, with casual 'dress-down' days on Fridays and/or trips with members
· Vehicle with clean driving record Supervision:
· The Program Assistant will report directly to Allie Matthews, Operations Manager Pay: $21.00 per hour Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- On-site parking Work

Location:
In person

📌 Program Assistant (Chatham-Kent)
🏢 Mental Health Network
📍 Chatham-Kent