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Join our Team!

Jan 9, 2024

The Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division is looking for a passionate and self-
motivated individual to join the Project H.O.P.E team for a contract position covering a maternity
leave until February 2025.

JOB POSTING: Trustee | Project H.O.P.E (Housing Outreach Peer Empowerment)
Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Division

LOCATION: Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia

ABOUT PROJECT H.O.P.E: The Project H.O.P.E (Housing Outreach Peer Empowerment) team works
with people in our community who have experienced homelessness, are currently homeless or are
at risk of homelessness, who face barriers beyond the current lack of housing. People may self-refer
or may be referred by community partners.

ABOUT CMHA NS: Founded in 1908, CMHA NS is the most established, most extensive community
mental health organization in Canada. Through a presence in 36 communities across the province,
CMHA NS provides advocacy and resources that help to prevent mental health problems and
illnesses, support recovery and resilience, and enable all Nova Scotians to flourish and thrive.
Today, the importance of our mental health advocacy work in combination with new energy and
direction of our organization makes CMHA-NS a dynamic employer of choice. To learn more about CMHA-NS, visit: www.novascotia.cmha.ca.


OUR CULTURE: We nurture a culture grounded in curiosity, learning and building trust-based
relationships. We are committed to advancing our JEDDI work (Justice, Equity, Decolonization,
Diversity and Inclusion) at the individual, organizational and community level. Our team values are
– Compassion, Connection, Authenticity, Hope and Growth. We embed these values in the work we
do in community every day.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Reporting directly to the Provincial Team Lead, the Trustee works in
collaboration with other Project H.O.P.E staff, CMHA Nova Scotia Division staff, and a broad range
of community groups to help Nova Scotians who struggle to pay their bills in full and on time, or who
have lost their housing because of late payments in the past. Successful candidates will bring the
following attributes to the position: initiative, confidence, compassion, flexibility, creative decision
making, solid judgement skills, persuasiveness, community knowledge, and strong boundary
making skills. A criminal record and vulnerable sector check are also required.

WORK SCHEDULE: This is a full-time position, working generally from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday to Friday (37.5 hours/week). This position requires a combination of working in a home
office environment and in community, with our community stakeholders. We offer a flexible work
environment and a workplace culture committed to personal wellbeing and psychological safety.
A valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License and access to a vehicle is required. Reimbursement will be paid
as per the Expense Policy.

WORKING CONDITIONS: As outlined in the Working from Home policy, the employer will provide
basic equipment necessary for a home office. The employee will be required to have a suitable
designated workspace and reliable high-speed internet

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The key responsibilities include serving the portfolio and program’s clients, supporting day-to-day operations, and collaborating with CMHA staff and community groups; and includes but is not limited to the following:


1) Intake-Meet with new clients either in person or on the phone. (25%)

2.) Connect clients with community supports. (25%)

3.) Support clients. (20%)

4.) Maintain outgoing documentation.(10%)

5. ) Meet with Team Lead. (10%)

6.) Conduct regular check-ins with clients. (5%)
7) Community Outreach. (5%)

EQUIPMENT: The employer will provide necessary office equipment for the employee’s use while employed with CMHA NS. 

COMPENSATION:  Commensurate with experience. Range: $45,000-$50,000 (fair market value within the sector)  

QUALIFICATIONS:  [No candidate will meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we have identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we would love to learn more about you.] 

ARE YOU A FIT?

If you are interested in applying for the role, please submit a PDF copy of your resume along with a cover letter stating why this is the position for you to [email protected].

We thank you for your interest and please note that only those identified for an interview will be
contacted.

CMHA NS is committed to reflecting the diversity of the communities within which we work. As such,
we encourage applications from Black, racialized and Indigenous Peoples, 2SLGBTQ+, newcomers
to Canada, and people with disabilities.

If you are a member of a group that has been historically excluded from opportunities, we encourage you to self-identify in your cover letter or resume and to share your pronouns.

We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and accommodating those with disabilities at any stage of the hiring process.


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