Learning Specialist, Trainer

Jobtailor; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CMHA Ontario is seeking a dedicated trainer to oversee the Your Health Space curriculum and deliver comprehensive training to health leaders and frontline staff across Ontario.

You will lead updates, manage IP for materials, and develop customized workshops while collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance mental health promotion and equity in workplaces.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience training adult learners.
• Work experience in the healthcare sector is required.
• Direct patient/client care experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience in curriculum development including modules and workshop materials.
• Certification/designation in a relevant healthcare field preferred.
• Ability to deliver training in English; French is an asset.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Your Health Space program curriculum, modules, materials, and videos.
• Prepare and deliver Your Health Space training to leaders and frontline staff across Ontario.
• Lead updates to curriculum based on research, practice, and feedback.
• Protect trademarks, copyrights, and IP rights of materials.
• Develop customized workshops for clients and implement them.
• Provide community-based training as program needs require.
• Organize training opportunities for Your Health Space team.
• Collaborate with CMHA Ontario resources to improve quality and reach.
• Participate in subcommittees and team meetings.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Training Delivery

Mental Health Best Practices

Project Management

Strategic Thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

RN

RP

RPN

BSW

MSW

PSW

SSW

CYC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database Management

Email Software

Job description

• Maintain oversight and responsibility for the Your Health Space program curriculum, modules, workshop materials, training materials, videos, workshop catalogue, and other curriculum components through a quality improvement lens
• Prepare for and deliver Your Health Space training to leaders, frontline healthcare workers, supportive healthcare professionals, Ministry staff, and public health staff across Ontario
• Lead updates and development of the curriculum and associated materials based on current research and practice, workplace trends, mental health best practices, EDIA best practices, the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace, and client and participant feedback
• Maintain up-to-date trademarks, copyrights, and intellectual property rights on Your Health Space materials in partnership with the Manager, Training and Curriculum, and Director Your Health Space
• Lead the development and implementation of customized workshops for clients
• Provide community-based training as scheduled according to program needs, client demand, and operational requirements
• Host training and development opportunities for Your Health Space team members on workplace mental health best practices and curriculum updates
• Liaise with internal CMHA Ontario resource positions to enhance program quality and reach
• Participate in Your Health Space subcommittees
• Attend regular Your Health Space and CMHA Ontario team meetings
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience training adult learners required
• Work experience in the healthcare sector required
• Direct patient/client care experience strongly preferred
• Experience in curriculum development, including modules, workshop materials, training materials, and other pieces of the curriculum
• Certification/designation in a relevant healthcare field (e.g., RN, RP, RPN, BSW, MSW, PSW, SSW, CYC etc.) preferred
• Ability to deliver training effectively in English required
• Ability to deliver training in French a strong asset
• Ability to design and deliver curricula related to mental health and addictions
• Experience within the mental health or healthcare field is a strong asset
• Experience in program leadership and 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 Z1003 National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication 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 and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook), database management, and email software
• G Class license required
• Full COVID-19 vaccination required as a condition of employment

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in curriculum development and training delivery, particularly in mental health and addictions, while effectively engaging diverse audiences in the healthcare sector. Proficient in applying best practices in workplace mental health and maintaining compliance with relevant standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Curriculum Development
• Training Delivery
• Mental Health Best Practices
• Project Management
• Healthcare Sector Experience

Hard Skills

• Curriculum Development
• Training Delivery
• Mental Health Curriculum Design
• Program Leadership
• Project Management

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Strategic Thinking
• Attention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

• RN
• RP
• RPN
• BSW
• MSW
• PSW
• SSW
• CYC

Industry Keywords

• Mental Health Promotion
• Health Equity
• Social Determinants of Health
• Z1003 National Standard
• Confidential Information Management

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Database Management
• Email Software