Learning Specialist

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ontario is a provincial association committed to improving services and support for individuals living with mental illnesses and addictions issues and to the promotion of mental health in Ontario.

Supporting Working Ontarians During Uncertain Economic Times is a special one-year initiative. This Employment Ontario project is funded by the Government of Ontario. It aims to strengthen workforce resilience by delivering workplace mental health education clinical supports leadership development and employer engagement across Ontario. The project is led by CMHA Ontario in partnership with the Ontario Chamber of Commerce CMHA Windsor-Essex County and CMHA York Region South Simcoe.

Job Summary

CMHA Ontario is seeking an experienced Learning Specialist. This position is a full-time special funded contract until August 24 2027. Reporting to the Senior Manager the incumbent will lead the development revision and customization of workplace mental health training and associated materials supporting the learning initiatives under the Supporting Working Ontarians During Uncertain Economic Times project.

In this role the Learning Specialist will lead the adaptation and enhancement of CMHA Ontarios existing Mental Health Works curriculum resources and related webinars and workshops in collaboration with existing facilitators/trainers provide subject matter expertise to project partners as well as support the development of new e-learning modules addressing workplace mental health workforce resilience and psychological health and safety.

The ideal candidate has experience creating and developing curriculum for adult learners is comfortable operating on their own initiative is adept at collaborating closely with subject matter experts trainers/facilitators and the broader project team and understands what it takes to deliver engaging in-person and virtual training to communities across Ontario.

Core Responsibilities

• Adapt and enhance the existing Mental Health Works curriculum for the business community and lead updates and development of related workplace mental health training for project delivery.
• Develop facilitator guides participant resources and implementation tools.
• Support the development of digital learning pathways in collaboration with project partners.
• Maintain oversight of the projects curriculum modules and training materials through aquality improvement lens based on the latest research and practice in modern workplace trends mental health best practices Equity Diversity Inclusion Accessibility & Anti-Racism (EDIAA) best practices and the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace (the Standard) as well as client participant and facilitator feedback.
• Coordinate French translation with external vendors to maintain quality and consistency across languages.
• Support the project team in ensuring all materials reflect current trademark copyright visual identity and intellectual property requirements.
• Liaise with internal resource positions (e.g. Evaluation Lead Trainers/Facilitators etc.) to implement and monitor quality assurance measures including evaluation practices and to suggest improvements in consultation with team members.
• In partnership with Mental Health Works program staff support community educator onboarding training and periodic development opportunities on workplace mental health best practices and curriculum updates.
• Lead the development and implementation of customized workshops for project clients as requested.
• Assist with the development of workplace resources that support employer engagement and workforce resilience.
• Support project implementation by ensuring learning resources align with the approved workplan and performance commitments.
• Attend regular meetings with project team members and CMHA Ontario.
  

Note: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required by the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Skill-Based Competencies

• Minimum 3 years experience in curriculum development with adult learners is required.
• Experience in the mental health healthcare or business/workplace wellness fields is required.
• Experience in curriculum development including learning modules workshop/participant materials training materials and other pieces of the curriculum.
• Certification/designation in a relevant healthcare or related field (e.g. RP BSW MSW SSW etc.) preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to design curricula in plain language related to mental health and addictions.
• Ability to plan and deliver training and development sessions that engage facilitators/educators in shared knowledge exchange skill development and best practice discussions.
• Familiarity with equity diversity inclusion accessibility and anti-racism best practices and their application in curriculum design and delivery to meet diverse participant needs.
• Experience and training in project management is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with key concepts of mental health promotion health equity and social determinants of health an asset.
• Working knowledge of the mental health and addictions sector workplace mental health and the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills including strong writing editing and presentation skills with a high attention to detail.
• Experience applying judgment initiative and discretion when dealing with confidential legal and/or sensitive information.
• Strong strategic thinking.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word PowerPoint Excel SharePoint and Outlook) database management and email software.
• G Class license is a strong asset.
• Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset.

Behavioural Competencies

• Initiative/Self-Starter Attitude
• Teamwork/Collaboration
• Interpersonal Communication
• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Organization/Administration
• Adaptability
• Creativity
• Organizational Commitment
  

Salary

Hiring Rate: This position pays between $76866.17 and $79172.16 per annum based on a 35-hour work week.

The salary grid for this role ranges between $76866.17 at Step 1 and $86513.55 at Step 5. The initial salary offered for this position is anticipated to fall between Step 1 and Step 2 of the salary grid as posted above as the hiring rate.

The successful candidate will be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes pension through HOOPP life health and dental insurance exclusive paid time-off and opportunities for professional development.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time special funded contract position until August 24 2027 working standard office hours (and paid 35 hours/week). This position is based in Toronto Ontario (180 Dundas Street West) and may require regular travel. We are currently operating within a hybrid model with colleagues working from the office 3 days/week and from home 2 days/week.

This position is also a desk job with extended periods of sitting reading telephone interaction and working at the computer. Attendance at various meetings throughout the workday/workweek will be required; meetings may occur on short notice depending on the circumstances.

This position is within the OPSEU Bargaining Unit.

As a condition of employment the successful candidate will be required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination.

The Canadian Mental Health Association celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings professional and lived experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you.

Workplace and candidate accommodation is available at all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request. To request accommodation please contact us at

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen assess or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process. All applications will be reviewed and evaluated by our Human Resources team and hiring managers.

Deadline to apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume online via BambooHR by end of day Friday September 25 2026. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest.

Required Experience:

Senior IC