We employ professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds including health sciences, evaluation and research, knowledge mobilization, communications and administration.

As an organization whose mission is to drive high-quality child and youth mental health and addictions services in Ontario, we attract people who are passionate about what they do. We work hard and we care a lot about measuring the quality and impact of our work. Collaboration and continuous quality improvement are integral elements of our work culture.

What does the Knowledge Institute offer employees?

As a provincial program at CHEO, we offer competitive compensation and benefit packages. A core benefit of this is being part of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) — one of Canada's largest defined benefit pension plans — and CHEO's generous pension contributions.

We are a learning organization, keen on professional development. We have also cultivated a positive, enjoyable working environment. We value work-life balance and we take the time to celebrate individual and collective efforts as well as key milestones and achievements.

How do I join the Knowledge Institute team?

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Current opportunities

Senior Technical Analyst

The senior technical analyst is a key enabler who allows the Knowledge Institute on Child and Youth Mental Health and Addictions (the Knowledge Institute) to fulfill its vision of ensuring the best mental health and well-being for every child, young person and family.  This is accomplished by leveraging the latest information technology including software and services such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 (CRM).  The senior technical analyst provides advanced level support for breadth of services and specializing in the maintenance of website content and architecture as well as Microsoft Office 365. You will also be helping administer SharePoint Online and various integrations.

See the position description and qualifications and apply.

Closing date: October 11, 2023
Research Coordinator

The Research Coordinator plans, coordinates, implements and evaluates key Knowledge Institute projects and initiatives. The Research Coordinator works with key informants and provincial stakeholders and draws on the latest research evidence to develop tools, resources, products and processes that will inform practice and policy across Ontario’s community-based child and youth mental health/addictions sector. The incumbent will have demonstrated experience in evaluation and applied research coordination and project management; excellent communication skills (both verbal and written); excellent presentation and networking skills; and a demonstrated ability to develop strong partnerships with researchers, agency leaders, service providers, youth and/or family members to ensure the successful execution of projects and initiatives.

See the position description and qualifications and apply.

Closing date: September 29, 2023