Campus Mental Health Specialist

About Toronto Metropolitan University
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada.

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About Student Wellbeing
The Student Wellbeing department encompasses a variety of wellbeing and accessibility supports at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) that reflect a university community that is fully committed and engaged in developing and sustaining supportive environments that foster wellbeing and academic success. This Student Wellbeing team works in a collaborative, student centred manner to enable student success by developing, implementing and overseeing an integrated portfolio of inclusive health, learning, accessibility and wellbeing supports, programs and services using an anti-racist, health equity approach based on the social determinants of health.

About Workplace Wellbeing Services
Workplace Wellbeing Services, situated within Human Resources, is committed to strengthening Toronto Metropolitan University as a healthy, diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We help create a culture where all employees can bring their whole selves to work, which includes providing programs and resources that support employee wellbeing and healthy workplaces. You can find out more about Human Resources people- first philosophy and values by reading about who we are and what we do online.

The opportunity
Reporting jointly to the Director, Community Wellbeing (Student Wellbeing) and the Director, Workplace Wellbeing Services (Human Resources), the Campus Mental Health Specialist plays a key role in advancing campus-wide mental health and wellbeing initiatives. This position is responsible for the design, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of initiatives that promote a holistic, upstream approach to mental health for students, staff, and faculty.

Working collaboratively across the university, the Campus Mental Health Specialist provides leadership and subject-matter expertise to identify community-level mental health priorities and develop responsive, evidence-informed strategies. The role facilitates mental health-focused working groups and events, designs and delivers educational programming for students, staff, and faculty, and supports Human Resources in advancing mental health and wellbeing initiatives for employees. The incumbent also contributes to and supports various campus committees, bringing a mental health lens to institutional planning and decision-making.

Qualifications
To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Successful completion of a post-secondary degree in an academic discipline that is transferable to the role (i.e. Education, Social Work or Health). A Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience in mental health related projects including project initiation, implementation, coordination and assessment of initiatives and policy development.
• A strong preference will be given to candidates who are trained in ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) and/or certified as a SafeTALK trainer.
• Experience working in the post-secondary environment strongly desired
• Knowledge and experience with advisory governance, as well as the chairing and facilitation of meetings.
• Experience in identifying and developing partnerships to pursue new initiatives and secure funding or resources is highly desirable.
• Experience in community development in a not-for-profit and/or post-secondary environment is an asset.
• Experience with integrating principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into program and initiative development, implementation and evaluation
• Knowledge of best practices in psychological health and safety in the workplace
• Ability to develop, monitor and evaluate wellbeing initiatives
• Knowledge of project planning and management, assessment and evidence-based decision making;
• Significant demonstrated expertise in mental health from a health equity and social determinants of health lens
• Familiarity and fluency with anti-oppressive practice
• Demonstrated excellence in cross-cultural and cross-sector interpersonal communication and collaboration.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and organizational planning abilities.
• Strong conflict resolution, facilitation, and negotiating skills with the ability to effectively manage group dynamics and teams of volunteers
• Strong stakeholder relationship building skills with the ability to work with multiple stakeholders on intersectional initiatives in a complex environment;
• Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.

Additional details

Position number: 20001479
Reports to Director, Community Wellbeing (Student Wellbeing) and Director, Workplace Wellbeing Services

Department: SW - Community Wellbeing
Work Location: Hybrid
Vacancy Type: Term (Maternity leave) - This is a current position.
Employee Group: MAC
Start Date: March 2, 2026
End Date: 1 year from start date
Hours of Work: 36.25
Grade: C52
Salary Scale: $85,434 to $136,472
Hiring salary range: $85,434 to $110,953
Posting Date: January 12, 2026
Application close date: January 26, 2026

Additional Notes:

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
• Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.