Implementation Specialist - Institute for Mental Health Policy Research

CAMH

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system - a world where Mental Health is Health.To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at:To view our Land Acknowledgment, please clickThe national Canadian Research Initiative in Substance Matters (CRISM) network is seeking a full-time, contract (1-year) dynamic and creative Implementation Specialist to support the development and dissemination of knowledge translation (KT) products for national projects. The network comprises five regional nodes across the country and a national Indigenous Engagement Platform. The objective of CRISM is to translate evidence-based interventions for illicit and prescription drug use into clinical practice, community-based prevention, and health system changes. The network conducts substance use intervention research, including community-based primary and secondary prevention, as well as randomized pharmacotherapy and psychosocial trials with collaborating treatment programs and is well positioned to do so as it is modeled after the US National Institute of Drug Abuse Clinical Trials Network. Similar to the NIH network, CRISM is a national consortium of academic researchers, service-providers, consumers, and policy-makers (additional information on CRISM available here: ).This specialist position is full-time and will work with CRISM's National Coordinating Center, playing a key role in ensuring that CRISM's research findings are accessible, engaging, and impactful across stakeholder audiences at a national scale. These stakeholders include clinicians, policymakers, researchers, and people with lived and living experience of substance use.Key Responsibilities:
  • Knowledge Translation & Product Development
  • Design and develop high-quality, user-friendly knowledge translation products (e.g., infographics, summaries, briefs, evidence tables, toolkits) based on CRISM's national research outputs.
  • Collaborate with project teams and content experts to ensure KT products are evidence-informed, accurate, and tailored to the needs of various stakeholders.
  • Coordinate layout, formatting, and branding of materials in line with CRISM's visual identity.
  • Ensure products are bilingual for national accessibility
  • Communications & Engagement
  • Lead the development of national CRISM communications to network members, including semi-annual newsletters highlighting project updates, key findings, opportunities for collaboration, and upcoming events.
  • Contribute to identifying and developing relationships with potential new CRISM stakeholders
  • Support engagement with Node members and stakeholders through email communications, social media content, and other digital outreach strategies.
  • Contribute and update content on CRISM's national website and communication platforms, in coordination with web support staff.
  • Dissemination Strategy & Conference Coordination
  • Identify relevant national and international conferences, workshops, and knowledge-sharing platforms where CRISM's work can be presented.
  • Coordinate submission of abstracts and preparation of conference materials (e.g., posters, presentations).
  • Support national project teams in developing dissemination plans and tracking uptake of KT products.
  • Support to National Coordination Center
  • Assist and facilitate with logistics during national events
  • Alternative for National Coordination Center coordinator during CRISM internal meetings in case of absence
  • Support some administrative work associated with network meetings, which may include, but is not limited to, recording meeting minutes.
  • Support the development of National Coordination Center materials for presentations, etc.
  • Master's Degree: Preferred in Health Services, Public Health, Education, Social Services, or a related discipline.
  • A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in knowledge translation, science communication, or health research dissemination within the social service or health sector.
  • Proven experience in working with diverse communities, with a strong emphasis on cultural competence and health equity.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of health systems and their operations, particularly regarding mental health services.
  • Hands-on experience in implementing health programs or initiatives, preferably within a mental health context, including responsibilities related to evaluation and knowledge mobilization.
  • Experience with measurement-based care, evidence-based practices, psychotherapy, or cognitive behavioral therapy is advantageous.
  • Exceptional written and visual communication skills, with experience creating plain-language and visually engaging materials.
  • Proficiency with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and content management platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, WordPress) preferred.
  • Familiarity with substance use research and harm reduction approaches is a strong asset. Highly organized, self-directed, and able to manage multiple deadlines across teams.
  • Bilingual in English and French
CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

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