Program Manager, Housing-First & Recovery Services

Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

HOOPP pension plan

4 weeks vacation

Paid holidays

Accommodation for disabilities

Job summary

Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) is seeking a Program Manager to lead clinical services using a recovery-oriented and Housing First approach. You will oversee evidence-based programs, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality care for individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work or related field, five years of clinical experience, and two years of supervisory work.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or related field.
• Minimum five years of clinical work with vulnerable individuals (serious mental illness, homelessness/substance use).
• At least two years of supervisory experience.
• Registered with a regulated Ontario college and authorized to perform psychotherapy.
• CBT, DBT, and concurrent disorder experience; individual and group therapy.
• First Aid/CPR; ASIST certification; valid G driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction in program management and delivery of evidence-based, client-centered services.
• Oversee Concurrent Disorders, Smoking Cessation, and DBT programs; ensure high-quality counselling and treatment services.
• Support staff in serving individuals who are homeless and/or have co-occurring disorders; ensure recovery-oriented practice.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, legislation, and therapeutic standards; collaborate withDirector and community partners.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement and staff development.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team supervision

CBT training

DBT training

Housing First

Evidence-based therapy

Communication

Education

MSW or equivalent

Job description

Canadian Mental Health Association, Ottawa Branch (CMHA Ottawa) is seeking a Program Manager to lead clinical services using a recovery-oriented and Housing First approach. You will oversee evidence-based programs, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality care for individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work or related field, five years of clinical experience, and two years of supervisory work.