Program Coordinator

**mind**your**mind** is an award winning and internationally recognized mental health engagement program, working towards better mental health outcomes for youth and young adults between the ages of 14-29. **mind**your**mind** is a program of _**ConnexOntario Health Services Information**_ with core funding provided by the Ontario Ministry of Health. We are looking for individuals who demonstrate adaptability and a commitment to working collaboratively to advance the organization’s success.

To join our winning team, we are looking for a **Program Coordinator for an immediate hire** in a Full-Time Contract for 35 hours per week until September 2025 (with possibility for extension).

**Essential duties & responsibilities**:
We are looking for a passionate and dynamic advocate for **youth and mental health and addictions** who enjoys working with like-minded individuals. They must possess excellent interpersonal skills, able to be flexible and adapt to different dynamics, working within a small team in a fast-paced environment. They will be able to think “outside the box” and be creative in their work.

The Program Coordinator is responsible for leading the development, delivery, promotion, and continuous improvement of the _Be Safe App_ and related youth mental health engagement programs. This includes coordinating partnerships, managing marketing and social media strategies, facilitating presentations and design labs, and ensuring all activities align with **mind**your**mind**’s mission to support and empower youth.

The individual will possess excellent communication, group facilitation and presentation skills and will be expected to facilitate presentations and maintain ongoing relationships with community stakeholders. A strong understanding of social media engagement and marketing will be an asset. This position will include content development for mindyourmind.ca and other **mind**your**mind** websites and channels as required.

**Requirements and qualifications**:
**Education & Experience**
- Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in the Human Services Field
- Minimum 3 years working in a youth social service organization, collaborating with youth and external stakeholders
- Experience in program development, group facilitation, and engaging young people

**Knowledge & Commitment**
- Strong knowledge and sensitivity to the complexities of youth mental health and addictions, with a commitment to improving youth mental health
- Understanding of marketing principles and social media strategies relevant to the **mind**your**mind** program
- Understanding and commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace

**Skills & Abilities**
- Strong organizational skills, including planning, delegating, and managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work effectively and respectfully with youth
- Ability to engage, manage, and maintain relationships with a wide variety of external stakeholders, including representing **mind**your**mind** at events and in the community
- Strong communication skills, including excellent presentation, written, verbal, and group facilitation abilities
- Proficiency in administrative tasks, including maintaining databases and conducting audits
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Initiative and adaptability to respond to evolving program needs
- Willingness to learn new skills as required
- Excellent interpersonal skills and proven leadership capacity
- Strong proficiency in computer programs such as Google Workspace and Excel

**ConnexOntario**is an employment equity employer that embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Codes, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and our organization’s policy, accommodations will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know in your cover letter.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 2 months

Expected hours: 35 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, ON N6A 5P6

Application deadline: 2025-07-31
Expected start date: 2025-08-01