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.

CMHA Ontario in partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness operates Agriculture Wellness Ontario (AgWO), a suite of programs that bring mental health education, counselling services and enhanced community support to agricultural communities across the province.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director, Agriculture Wellness Ontario (AgWO) and as a member of management, the Interim Senior Manager of Agriculture Wellness Ontario will oversee and lead the day-to-day management of assigned Agriculture Wellness Ontario programs. The Interim Senior Manager will provide management in the planning, partnering, organizing, and scaling of program activities and is responsible for ongoing team and people management.

Core Responsibilities

• Support the Director, AgWO in the development, execution, and advancement of a strategic vision for the AgWO Program, including assisting in the strategic positioning the program within the agricultural sector, while considering best practices to meet the mental health needs of Ontario’s agriculture workers.

• Builds a network of relationships and establishes partnerships both internally and externally with Program partners, supports engagement strategies, and participates at relevant events and conferences to promote and grow brand recognition of the program.

• Maintains relationship with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness and provincial partners, and key stakeholders including providing regular updates, consulting on key issues, and supporting funding proposals.

• Provides day-to-day and ongoing directional people leadership to the AgWO employees: including supervision, coaching, performance management and collaborate with employees for their success, ongoing professional development, and growth.

• Actively participates in the recruitment, selection, and talent management of employees, helping to manage vacancies and new positions.

• Works with CMHA branches to implement and promote the Program.

• In conjunction with the Monitoring and Evaluation staff, oversees an evaluation strategy for the Program, including working with evaluation partners to monitor evaluation results and ensure continuous quality improvement.

• Leads the production of coordinated quarterly/annual plans and reports on the Program and submits regular activity updates to the Program Director.

• Coordinates the reporting to funders including the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness.

• Stewards’ donor relationships in partnership with the Director, AgWO, and Advancement and Corporate Partnerships Lead, including providing financial and activity reports.

• Manages project plans for the Program, including schedules, budgets, and achievement of program goals and objectives.

• Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure that business needs are being met, including liaises with internal resource positions (e.g., Government Relations Lead, etc.) to enhance the overall program quality and reach.

• Leads health equity initiatives for the Program, including maintaining an up-to-date Health Equity Impact Assessment, to increase accessibility and full participation for program participants.

• Manages third-party vendor contracts.

• Assists in curriculum development and revisions based on feedback from client and participant evaluations.

• Provide support to the Senior Strategic Communications Advisor - AgWO to develop materials and share activity updates with stakeholders.

• Participates in internal meetings, including training opportunities, as part of the CMHA Ontario team.

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.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated success in people management, including effective leadership skills capable of motivating and building strong teams.

• Ability to manage budgets transparently to meet the needs of the funder with defined outcomes met.

• Can effectively gather, synthesize, assess, and respond to issues.

• Able to use analysis and creative thinking to find multiple solutions and drive continuous improvement efforts.

• Experience in program development and project management.

• Experience within the mental health or agriculture industry required.

• Highly developed networking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including editing and presenting.

• Experience applying judgment and discretion and taking initiative when dealing with confidential, legal, and/or sensitive information.

• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver curricula related to mental health and addictions.

• G Class license required, or ability to travel.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and Outlook) and database management.

• Work experience in the community sector an 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 Z1003 National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace are assets.

• Bilingualism (French/English) an asset.

Behavioural Competencies

• Team leadership

• Strategic Thinking

• Interpersonal Communication

• Administration and coordination

• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving

• Time Management

• Adaptability

• Initiative/Self-Starter Attitude

• Professionalism/Work Ethic/Confidentiality

• Teamwork/Collaboration

Salary

Hiring Rate: The anticipated range for this position is between $90,000.00 and $93,000.00 per annum, based on skills, qualifications, and experience and based on a 35-hour work week.

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, temporary fixed term contract (anticipated for 12-13 months), management - non-bargaining position, covering for a leave of absence, working standard office hours (currently 35 hours/week). This position is based in Toronto, Ontario. We are currently operating within a hybrid model, with colleagues working from the office 3 days/week and from home 2 days/week.

Remote work may be considered for qualified candidates who are not within a commutable distance, including those without reasonable access to transit options that support travel to the office, based on proximity to the office, operational needs, and the requirements of the role. The position may require regular travel, possibly requiring an overnight stay.

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

This position is not within the bargaining unit.

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to maintain and 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 accessibility@ontario.cmha.ca.

Deadline to apply:

Please submit a cover letter and resume online via BambooHR by end of day July 17, 2025. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest.