Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Toronto

Concurrent Disorder Specialist

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 30, 2026
1 position

$58,783–$64,407 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 35 hours per week

Job summary

Assess adults with serious mental illness and concurrent substance use concerns, develop individualized recovery plans, and provide evidence-based treatment, case management, crisis support, and community rehabilitation. Provide clinical consultation to FACT team members and coordinate care with healthcare, housing, addiction, and community partners.

Job details

CD Specialist – Flexible Assertive Community Treatment Team (Full Time Permanent) ---------------------------------------- THE ROLE AND OPPORTUNITY CMHA Toronto is seeking a Concurrent Disorders Specialist to join our Flexible Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Team. As an integral member of an interdisciplinary team, the Concurrent Disorders Specialist provides recovery-oriented assessment, intervention, consultation, and treatment services to adults living with serious and persistent mental illness and concurrent substance use concerns Working within a recovery-oriented, trauma- and violence-informed, culturally responsive, and person-centred framework, the Concurrent Disorders Specialist supports individuals in achieving their recovery goals through evidence-based addiction treatment, harm reduction, rehabilitation, and community integration strategies. In addition to direct service delivery, the Concurrent Disorders Specialist serves as a clinical resource to FACT team members, providing consultation and expertise related to concurrent disorders, substance-use treatment approaches, harm reduction strategies, and relapse prevention planning. Location: 700 Lawrence Ave. W, and in the community Hiring Salary Range: $58,783 - $64,407 Hours of Work: 35 per week About CMHA Toronto CMHA Toronto [https://cmhato.org/] is the city’s leading community mental health agency. We provide accessible, quality care for Toronto residents through programs, research and advocacy that create belonging and hope. At CMHA Toronto, we take a person-centred, trauma- and violence-informed, and recovery-oriented approach to supporting people and their families when they experience mental health challenges or live with mental illness. By integrating health and social care, we provide services that aid in long-term wellness including housing, employment, community connections and so much more. Our goal? Help everyone thrive in the community. Key Responsibilities * Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized recovery-oriented service plans for adults living with serious mental illness and concurrent substance use concerns. * Provide evidence-based concurrent disorders treatment, including motivational interviewing, harm reduction, relapse prevention, supportive counselling, and psychoeducation. * Deliver community-based case management, rehabilitation, and recovery support services. * Build therapeutic relationships that promote engagement, self-determination, wellness, and recovery. * Support clients in accessing housing, healthcare, income supports, community resources, education, and employment opportunities. * Facilitate concurrent disorders groups and provide education to clients, families, caregivers, and natural supports. * Provide crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, and stabilization support as part of an interdisciplinary team. * Serve as a concurrent disorders resource to FACT team members through consultation, clinical guidance, and knowledge sharing. * Collaborate with hospitals, addictions services, healthcare providers, housing organizations, and community partners to support coordinated care. * Participate in team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and ongoing program development to support excellent client outcomes * Ability to work independently, within the community working with population with complex needs EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION REQUIRED CMHA Toronto’s ideal candidate will have: * Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related health or social services discipline. * Registration with a professional regulatory body, where applicable, is considered an asset. * Minimum three (3) years of experience supporting adults with serious mental illness and concurrent substance use concerns in a community-based setting. * Experience providing addictions treatment, harm reduction services, and recovery-oriented care. * Knowledge of concurrent disorders, trauma-and-violence-informed practice, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, and recovery-oriented approaches. * Strong assessment, counselling, engagement, and service planning skills. * Demonstrated experience providing crisis intervention, risk assessment, and community-based support. * Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team. * Knowledge of community mental health, addictions, healthcare, housing, and social service systems. * Valid Ontario Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle for community-based service delivery. WHY CHOOSE CMHA TORONTO? If you care about mental illness and mental health and you have the right skills, then CMHA Toronto may be the place for you. We have a positive and fair workplace culture, where staff are provided with opportunities for learning and advancement. Our benefits include: * Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a predictable, secure monthly income upon retirement * Comprehensive Group Health Insurance – Health, Dental, Vision, Paramedicals * Short-term and Long-term Disability programs and life insurance to protect your income upon illness or injury * Work-life balance and flexibility – to ensure you have time for the things that matter to you * Annual Professional Development Funding for career learning and advancement * Work with like-minded, passionate individuals and make an impact on mental health service delivery * Build genuine and authentic connections, with colleagues and clients, with the goal of making a difference CMHA Toronto is an award-winning workplace committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, empathy, and accountability. Our staff value the flexibility in work schedules, the emphasis on work-life balance, and the organization's commitment to continuous learning through training and development opportunities. Many employees highlight the strong sense of community and support that make CMHA Toronto feel like more than just a workplace. As an equity-informed employer, CMHA Toronto reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from equity-deserving candidates, including Black, Indigenous, and racialized individuals, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and women. We recognize and honour the intersectionality of equity-based identities. Personal experience with mental health challenges, whether firsthand or through a loved one, is considered an asset. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please inform us before the interview if you require an accommodation. To be eligible for this role candidates will be required to adhere to our COVID-19 policy and provide proof of vaccination. Important Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process. This posting is for a new vacancy. CMHA Toronto thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related health or social services discipline is required, along with at least three years of relevant community-based experience. Candidates should have expertise in concurrent disorders, addiction treatment, harm reduction, recovery-oriented care, assessment, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration, as well as an Ontario driver's licence and reliable vehicle.