CASA + YOU

A New Vision for Mental Health Service

CASA Mental Health is an established non-profit organization delivering holistic, culturally-safe wrap-around mental health services to Albertans and their families. CASA services the missing middle – mental health treatment for diagnosed children and youth, in between prevention and promotion in primary and community care, and acute treatment in hospital.

CASA’s team of mental health professionals are trauma experts committed to delivering service in collaboration with community partners. This includes assessment and treatment for thousands of children, youth and families each year, from community outreach settings to intensive treatment programs.

Our vision: A community where all children, youth and their families are provided with timely mental health care and empowered to thrive.

Our mission: To build resilience through holistic, evidence-informed and compassionate care, and to advocate for children, youth and families with mental illness.

Why Work With CASA?

Life-Work Harmony

CASA's hours of work allow you to balance your work with the rest of your life. Our Wellness Days can be used how you want, when you want, ensuring everyone is feeling their best. Employees also receive competitive vacation days so that you have the time you need to recharge your passion.

Meaningful Work

Feel good about making a difference in the lives of children, youth and families so that they are empowered to thrive!

Employee Benefits

CASA Mental Health offers a competitive benefit and pension package for employees, including a flexible spending account, access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program, and more!

Accommodation Requests

CASA Mental Health values diversity and inclusivity within its staff, recognizing the enrichment it brings to our organization and community. We actively strive to eliminate barriers and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We offer accommodations for applicants through the entire recruitment process to ensure a fair assessment of your skills, knowledge and expertise. At CASA, we prioritize equitable and inclusive employment practices. We encourage all candidates to apply, regardless of meeting every qualification, as part of our dedication to diversity and accessibility.

Requests for accommodation can be sent to Human Resources via email at [email protected]

CASA Mental Health Recruitment Event

Join CASA Mental Health for an evening of appetizers, wine and potential career opportunities. Hear from CASA CEO Bonnie Blakley mingle with leaders and learn about CASA's vision, mission and values.

Where: CASA West 14940 - 121A Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB

When: Thursday, May 9 from 5:45 pm to 8:00 pm (Doors close at 6:30 pm)

In order to register, please use the following link: https://shorturl.at/bhKQY

Registration will close at 12 noon on May 7, 2024. Limited spots available.

Communications Manager

Edmonton, AB, Canada

Full Time

Communications

Manager/Supervisor

CASA Mental Health is seeking a Communications Manager to lead and empower a dynamic team responsible for strategic internal and external communications. Experience life-work harmony, competitive benefits and the fulfilment of contributing to an organization that shapes a brighter future for children, youth and families through timely mental health care.

Job Details

Salary range: $85,280 - $128,960
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: CASA Downtown
Secondary location(s): Multi-site
Union: Exempt
FTE: 1.0
Status: Permanent

About the Role
The Manager, Communications is responsible for overseeing all departmental and reputational functions to support CASA Mental Health’s vision, including the planning, coordination and implementation of internal and external strategic communications.

The Manager, Communications will:

Lead and manage a Communications team comprised of communications specialists, a graphic designer and communications coordinators through:
- - Directing and assigning work.
  - Developing and coaching staff to achieve outcomes.
  - Holding individuals and the team accountable to outcomes in order to achieve operational deliverables.
  - Evaluating and providing timely feedback to staff on deliverables.
  - Regular performance objective setting and evaluation.
Participate in CASA’s operational leadership team and act as a touchpoint between the Communications team and other CASA staff or departments.
Develop and assign portfolio support within the team, and manage a select group of internal clients.
Create, review or approve communications material, including communications plans, media releases, newsletters, presentations, reports and visual communication.
Support and budget appropriate professional development opportunities for the Communications team.
In coordination with the Communications team and senior leadership, develop and manage CASA’s media relations program, including media monitoring, responsive and proactive media approaches, and coordination of all media opportunities and preparation.
Track and manage the Communications budget with Director, Communications and Philanthropy.
Oversee communications-related platforms and software, including survey, task management, social media management, stock photography, email communication and other platforms.
Attend and lead departmental and organizational meetings and events as assigned.
Oversee CASA’s intranet and external website.
Liaise with appropriate departments to generate, collect and share communications-related data.
Develop, coordinate and deliver communications-related training and materials to CASA staff as needed.
Work with the Communications team to manage and measure CASA’s social media strategy and content pillars.
Create and maintain communications policies, guidelines and standards.

Qualifications

Seven to 10 years of experience in communications, public relations, business and marketing or a related field. Non-profit experience is an asset.
A post-secondary degree in a relevant subject area, such as communications, journalism, marketing or public relations. A diploma in a relevant subject may be supplemented with equivalent experience working in a similar role.
Leadership experience is preferred.
Strong planning, prioritization and analytical skills.
High level of initiative and desire to meet specific goals.
Ability to manage multiple projects, requests and deadlines simultaneously.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Familiarity with Canadian Press Style and writing best practices.
Outstanding client service skills, ethical standards, tact, discretion and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively and positively with colleagues.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite.
Experience with task management software such as Asana is preferred.
A passion for CASA’s mission, vision and values.

Conditions of Employment

A satisfactory Police Information Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or exemption on the basis of a protected legal ground.

Closing Date: May 6, 2024

Please quote the following competition number in your application materials: 24-069.

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