
Website Canadian Mental Health Association
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is the nation-wide leader and champion for mental health.
CMHA facilitates access to the resources people require to maintain and improve mental health and community
integration, build resilience, and support recovery from mental illness.
The PEI Division of the Canadian Mental Health Association requires the services of a qualified individual to
work as Human Resource Coordinator at Division Office, PEI.
Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, the role of the Human Resources Coordinator is to
support the development and implementation of process, procedures, and practices related to the wellness and
safety of our CMHA & Murchison Foundation staff and organization at large. The Human Resources
Coordinator will work closely with managers and supervisors within CMHA and Murchison Foundation to
support the hiring and orientation process of new employees and the development and implementation of
procedures and practices that promote sustainable and psychologically safe workplaces. While the Human
Resources Coordinator will work out of the Division Office, they service the entire organization. This involves
travel as well as working some evenings and occasional weekends.
This is a one (1) Full-Time Employment (FTE) 12-month contract position (+/- 2 months depending on
the need of the organization). This position will be located at our Charlottetown office.
No. of Vacancy: 1 Full -Time Employment (FTE) contract position
Salary of the position is 55,661.40$ – 62,424$ per year or 28.54$ – 32.01$ / hour (37.5 hours per week)
Job Summary:
Responsible for the full cycle of recruitment and selection for new and vacant positions
Manages the onboarding process and end of employment documentation.
Coordinate training requirements across the organization (in-person & on-line)
Maintains the employee’s records and updates Human Resource Information System (HRIS). Inputs,
maintains, audits, extracts, manipulates, and analyzes confidential HR data from HRDownloads
Manages and monitors Performance Management
Ensures compliance with legislations, employment laws and labor relations matter.
Oversees issues related to employment, compensation, contract, and other employee relations
Work with the Accounting staff to support employees as they become eligible for benefits, including
relevant paperwork, education related to our employee plan, and navigation support
Evaluate and implement strategies to improve the wellbeing and safety of staff (e.g. accommodations
initiatives, return to work plan etc.)
Sit on the Occupational Health and Safety Committee to provide technical support as it relates to
workplace health and safety
Work with the Administration team and the broader CMHA PEI organization on the development and
implementation of new initiatives
Assist in the daily operation of the regional office with administrative tasks
Other duties as required
Employment Opportunity
CMHA-Division Office
HR Coordinator
Requirements:
Education:
• Relevant University or Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Management or Diploma in Human
Resources
• Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) Designation is an asset
Experience:
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in Human Resources
• Relevant skills and experience in 3 or more of the following functional areas: recruitment, onboarding,
employment law, program development, payroll and/or benefits
• Experience working with the vulnerable population preferred
• Knowledge and experience in Change Management and Performance Management
• Knowledge and experience in Occupational Health & Safety
*Demonstrated Experience Equivalencies or an equivalent combination of education and work
experience will be considered
Key Skills and Abilities:
Teamwork/ Collaboration
Demonstrates the ability to listen and incorporate others point of view as appropriate
Facilitates cooperation and looks for common ground
Works with others to accomplish tasks
Interpersonal Communication
Expresses ideas clearly
Responses thoughtfully to advice and directions
Fosters solutions when dealing with conflict and differences of opinions
Initiative
Carries responsibility for their programs/ initiatives
Formulates and communicates work related goals
Provides suggestions for improving and expanding the impact of programs/initiatives
Time Management
Prioritizes tasks related to their programs/initiatives
Manages demands on their time appropriately
Adheres to timelines
Adaptability
Receptive to new ideas
Adapts to changes in the work environment and schedule
Maintains appropriate communication with the Director of Programs
Organizational Commitment
Cooperative and cordial
Complies with organizational policies
Externally represents the organization with tact and diplomacy
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work within close proximity to co-workers, clients/ members
Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for extended period of time
Must be able to climb ladders/stairs
Must be able to reach with hands and arms
Must be able to work indoor and outdoor for activities/programming/events
Other Requirements
Vehicle and valid driver’s license required
A satisfactory and current criminal records and vulnerable sector check
CPR/First Aid
An asset to this position is a solid knowledge, sensitivity, and/or lived experience relating to the issues of
mental health and addictions.
Other Assets:
Conflict Management Certification, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Motivational
interviewing, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, HR Business Partner Certification, Management Training,
OHS Training/Certification
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week. Some evening and weekend work maybe required
Location: Charlottetown, PEI
Closing Date for Application: This job ad will remain open until the position is filled
Start Date: As soon as possible
Interested candidates should apply with their resume and cover letter by either mail or email to:
HR Coordinator
CMHA PEI Division
178 Fitzroy Street, P.O. Box 785,
Charlottetown, PE, C1A 7L9
Email: hr@cmha.pe.ca
(please indicate on subject line: 089 –HO HR Coordinator )
CMHA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive
environment for all employees.
This opportunity is only available for candidates legally entitled to work in Canada.
We thank all applicants who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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