CMHA, Niagara is a non-profit, charitable organization committed to promoting mental wellness and to improving the lives of people in its service area who have mental illness as well as their families. CMHA Niagara achieves its mission through a number of programs and services.CMHA, Niagara is committed to a recovery philosophy which focuses on the potential for people with mental illness to lead full, productive and engaged lives in their communities. The Branch works in partnership with many others who share in the commitment to supporting the broad determinants of health.Position SummaryThe Human Resources Assistant plays a key part in supporting both administrative functions and Human Resources initiatives, helping to shape our agency's culture and success. As a vital member of the Human Resources team, you will have the opportunity to work independently and collaborate with colleagues, all while thriving in a fast-paced and growing environment.Job FunctionsProvide vital administrative assistance in key human resources areas, such as scheduling, employee engagement, accessibility, diversity and inclusion, and learning and development programsAssist with the enrollment and maintenance of group benefits and pension plans and reporting within our Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring accuracy and efficiencySupport payroll processing by tracking and documenting employee movements and changes in employment statusPlay a central role in welcoming new team members by delivering engaging staff orientations and supporting a smooth onboarding processPrepare and organize key agency documents, perform data entry, and handle word processing tasksEnsuring timely and effective planning, organization, and execution of assigned work, contributing to a seamless and productive Human Resources teamJob RequirementsSuccessful completion of a university undergraduate degree program or accredited community college diploma in the Human Resources field1 – 2 years of employment experience in a relevant field,



including experience in a not-for-profit setting is preferredCHRP designation or working towards designation is preferredCompetent in the following areas: organizational and multitasking skills, client focus, concern for safety, work ethics and values, problem-solving, adaptabilityExceptional computer skills using Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Publisher)Excellent spoken and written communication skillsCertified in the following safety courses: Crisis Intervention (i.E. NVCI, Safety Care, CPI or Safe Management), Standard First Aid – CPR C – AED, and Suicide Prevention (SafeTalk) would be considered an assetMust have access to a reliable personal vehicleBilingualism, particularly proficiency in French, would be considered a valuable assetCMHA Niagara is a culturally competent organization and is committed to building an inclusive community that respects the dignity and independence of candidates with multicultural and diverse backgrounds, multilingual abilities, and experience with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Candidates with this background would be considered an asset.CMHA Niagara is committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Please see the related AODA policies on our website at www.Cmhaniagara.Ca for further details or contact our Human Resources department for any information in an alternate format.Our MissionOur purpose is to strengthen mental wellness in the Niagara community.Our VisionA Niagara where mental health is recognized, supported and optimized.Our ValuesOur core values will be embedded in everything we do. They will guide and define how we work with each other, our partners, and our clients and their supports, to enhance access to mental health and addictions supports in Niagara: adaptive, collaboration, ethics and integrity, people-centred, safety and belonging, social justice.QualificationsEducationPreferredBachelor's degree or better in Human Resources Management or related field.College Diploma or better in Human Resources Management or related field.ExperiencePreferred1-2 years: Employment experience in Human Resources Management, including experience in a non-profit setting.

📌 165 Human Resources Assistant (St. Catharines)
🏢 Canadian Mental Health Association
📍 St. Catharines