Education and Training

• Diploma in Community Social Service – Mental Health-related preferred.
• Two years experience in a mental health setting including front line advocacy work in the areas of mental health, income assistance and/or housing.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Typical Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work with people with a mental illness.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, government agencies and other service providers.
• Ability to create effective and well-reasoned written submissions.
• Working knowledge of provincial legislation and policies related to income assistance and residential tenancy matters.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Knowledge of advocacy issues and community resources.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills.