Program Manager - Mental Health Capacity Building Project

St. Clement's School; Fort Chipewyan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in Fort Chipewyan is looking for a Mental Health Capacity Building - Program Manager to enhance mental health programming for children and youth. This role involves developing service plans, supervising staff, and managing budgets while fostering community partnerships. Candidates should have a relevant post-secondary degree and at least 3 years of experience in mental health. The position is temporary for 12 months, starting September 2025, with a salary beginning at $80,000.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in addiction and mental health.
• Background in health promotion or prevention is an asset.
• Knowledge of mental health and wellness principles.
• Experience working independently and managing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement service plan aligned with MHCB objectives.
• Supervise MHCB staff and ensure program delivery quality.
• Build partnerships with community agencies and stakeholders.
• Manage program budget and report obligations.
• Coordinate events promoting mental health awareness.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Program planning

Leadership

Budget management

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in social sciences

Tools

Social media tools

Job description

Parkland School Division (PSD) has a unique Mental Health Capacity Building - Program Manager (MHCB) opportunity in the close-knit rural community of Fort Chipewyan, Alberta, at the Athabasca Delta Community School. The MHCB initiative is funded and led by Recovery Alberta (previously Alberta Health Services) but is overseen by Parkland School Division.

In this role, you will support programming to increase mental health knowledge, skills and behaviors that bolster protective factors in children and youth so they can achieve the best possible health outcomes across their lifespan. Through year round, group programming, based on research and best practice, MHCB promotes mental, emotional, and social well-being, and protects against negative outcomes by building resilience through skill development for students and families in the communities where they live.

Who We're Looking For?

We are seeking a skilled, professional Program Manager to lead the Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) Initiative in our school community. This role is central to ensuring high-quality mental health promotion and prevention programming, and requires effective staff supervision and strong partnerships with the school, agencies, and health service providers.

As the MHCB Program Manager, you will support the overall vision and goals of the MHCB Initiative while managing daily operations, resources, and reporting obligations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the development and implementation of a service plan aligned with MHCB objectives.
• Providing guidance, support, and supervision to MHCB staff, including performance oversight.
• Ensuring high-quality, consistent delivery of programs and services
• Building and maintaining partnerships with school administration, community agencies, and stakeholders.
• Managing the program’s budget with accountability and transparency.
• Overseeing the completion and submission of all required reports and evaluations to Recovery Alberta.
• Coordinating events and initiatives that promote mental health awareness, such as Mental Health Week.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation (Health Information Act, Access to Information Act, Protection of Privacy Act) and Recovery Alberta policies.
• Delivering or supporting presentations and community programming as needed, including making appropriate referrals.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A related post-secondary degree or diploma in social sciences, or a combination of relevant coursework and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in addiction and mental health; background in health promotion or prevention is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of mental health, wellness, child/youth development, and health promotion principles.
• Effective communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build community partnerships.
• Experience with program planning and implementation.
• Able to work independently, manage priorities, and maintain professional boundaries.
• Leadership experience, including supervision and staff support.
• Budget and resource management skills.
• Technologically proficient and familiarity with social media tools is an asset.
• Resilient, self-aware, and committed to personal and professional development.
• Awareness of the local community’s cultural, economic, and political context.

Equivalencies will be considered.

This position requires an original copy of a current clean criminal record check with vulnerable sector and an original copy of a child intervention record check.

This is a temporary, non-union, for a 1-year (12-month) term position beginning September 2025.

Hours of Work: 40 hrs/week

Pay Rate: Remuneration will be commensurate with funding parameters and the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. Compensation range begins at $80,000, inclusive of all applicable Northern Living Allowances.

Who we are and what we value:

Parkland School Division (PSD) is a large progressive school jurisdiction serving Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Parkland County, and Fort Chipewyan. PSD meets the diverse educational needs of over 12,000 rural and urban students among 23 sites, including outreach schools and alternative education programs.

Our values are what guide us. We assure supportive learning environments, meaningful experiences and healthy relationships that create opportunities to develop resilience, to gain diversity in perspectives and to achieve enduring success for both staff and students.

About Fort Chipewyan:

Sitting at the northwest tip of Lake Athabasca, Fort Chipewyan is one of the most northern communities in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, one that strives for a balance between urban and natural settings in Treaty 8 Territory. There are about 980 residents living in the hamlet, making it the second-largest community in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. Many of the residents of Fort Chipewyan are Mikisew Cree First Nation, Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, and Fort Chipewyan Métis. Surrounded by nature, Fort Chipewyan is a fly-in community.

About Athabasca Delta Community School (ADCS):

At ADCS, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. Located in the heart of Fort Chipewyan, our school serves a diverse student population and integrates Indigenous perspectives and land-based learning into our teaching practices.

How to Apply:

Applying is a two-step process.First you must register and create a portfolio, then you must apply to the job posting by following the steps below:

• Click the position title of the job that you wish to apply to and then scroll down to the bottom of the page and click 'APPLY'.
• Jobs that you have applied to will appear under the Jobs Applied To tab in the Job Postings section. You will also receive a confirmation email.
• For technical support while applying to a position online, please contact our service provider for assistance:

Apply to Education

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Hours: 5:30am-5:00pm, Monday through Friday

Alternatively, you can email your resume to [e-mail]. Please include the job title in the subject line of your email.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.