Job Description

Posting Closes: October 12, 2025 at 5:00pm

About Us:

The Canadian Mental Health Association

Waterloo Wellington (CMHA WW) provides a full care system for those with addictions, mental health or developmental needs. We serve everyone from children to adults to seniors, all under one roof. Our programs help individuals and families to lead lives filled with meaning and promise. We have 400 staff at offices in Cambridge, Waterloo, Kitchener, Guelph, Fergus, and Mount Forest.



We are fully accredited by Accreditation Canada and are proud of our Exemplary Status (the highest standing) received at our most recent accreditation exercise.

Why Join our Team:

Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Our compensation package includes a competitive salary and generous benefits supporting the wellness of our staff. We are proud to be members of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) offering one of Canada's largest and most respected defined benefit plans.



Career Development Opportunities: Our wide range of services and supports allows for varied opportunities for career growth. Our multi-disciplinary approach to care offers cross collaboration and enhanced opportunities for learning. A formal succession planning process is key to our internal leadership recruitment.



Values that include: Mutual Respect, Accountability, Integrity and Excellence and Innovation and a culture that is welcoming and inclusive.



Commitment to Health and Safety: We have a strong health and safety culture at CMHA WW and work tirelessly to address the health and safety needs of staff and the people we serve.

The Opportunity:

We are recruiting for a

YOUTH JUSTICE COURT SUPPORT COORDINATOR

This is a contract part-time role until October 15, 2026 (

17.5 hours per week between the hours of Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm) based at 737 Woolwich St.. Guelph.*


This position ensures that youth age 12 to 17 with a mental health issue and who are involved with the criminal justice system, and their families, obtain a diversion plan where needed. This position also ensures that they are able to access the short and long term services/resources they require in the mental health system and have access to support during their involvement with the criminal justice system as well as to the necessary services/resources when released back to the community. This position will also provide consultation to the criminal justice, mental health and developmental sectors regarding client and system specific issues to ensure that an individual's needs are addressed and to ensure that services are working collaboratively on behalf of the individual. This position reports to the Manager, Children's Services.



The incumbent requires:


Degree/diploma in psychology, social work, criminology or relevant health or social science field Experience in applying a person-centered and recovery oriented service philosophy to the provision of community support services for youth In-depth understanding and working knowledge of the Mental Health Act including involuntary admission process, the assessment provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, Canada, related health care legislation, forensic issues and the criminal justice process Well developed assessment, crisis intervention and advocacy skills acquired through relevant experience and formal training Ability to work collaboratively with formal and informal community services/resources within the criminal justice, mental health and developmental sectors Ability to work collaboratively with the families and support networks of those involved with the criminal justice system Sound organizational, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to social and cultural diversity Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook and various data base software A valid driver's license, vehicle and insurance, as travel is required

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience meet the position requirements.

CLASSIFICATION AND RATE OF PAY: Level 5 (OPSEU) - $33.07 to $40.30 per hour

CMHA WW, as an equal opportunity employer, 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. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

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Experience

Required1 year(s): Justice 1 year(s): Youth Mental Health
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Education

Required* College Diploma or better in Social Work or related field