Canadian Mental Health Association-Hamilton Branch, Community Enrichment Services

Year 1 Practicum, January to May 2026

Name of Practicum Site, Unit or Program:
Canadian Mental Health Association-Hamilton Branch, Community Enrichment Services

Location:
131 John St S Hamilton, ON L8N2C3

Description of the practicum site and student activities:

This practicum will give students an opportunity to provide intensive case management services to adults with severe, persistent mental illness. Students will learn interviewing skills, documentation and advocacy. Students will sit at the General Information desk and take calls from the public regarding services, resources and referrals.

Students will host booths of information at various community events.

Students will participate in broader agency initiatives (e.g., committees, policy development, program review).

Practicum Requirements:

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☐ Immunizations per PHA Guidelines

☐ N95 Respirator/Mask Fitting

☐ Covid Vaccinations

☐ Influenza Vaccination (Flu shot)

☒ Police Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check

☒ Driver’s License

☒ Use of Own Car

☒ Travel by public transportation between home visits, or satellite offices, or community meetings, etc.

☒ Comfort working with the population being served

☒ Comprehensive report writing and documentation

☐ Lived experience/Current member of the community being served

☐ Evening attendance

☐ Weekend attendance

☐ Changing shift attendance

☐ Language (specify in field below)

Other requirements:

Preference for students who identify as LGBTQ+ and/or residents of Hamilton

Does your practicum require any previous experience?

Some knowledge of mental health is preferred.

Is this practicum in-person, remote or hybrid?

In-person, can accommodate working from home on an as needed basis

Will this practicum involve direct work or a mix of direct and indirect?

Mix of direct and indirect

Number of practicums offered:

Field Instructor name and credentials:

James Curtis-Welsh, BA, BSW, MSW

Application deadline:
*extended to November 6, 2025

Do you require a resume? Or resume and cover letter?

Resume

Accessibility Considerations:

Will the student have access to a private space for notes or computer use? Yes

Are there breaks between clients/patients/meetings? Yes

Is the practicum considered fast-paced? Medium

Is there a high noise level in the practicum? Medium

Is the site wheelchair accessible? Yes

What are the physical demands of the practicum?

Students may be moving throughout the building, walking with clients. Will be sitting at a desk.

Are there any other accessibility considerations that potential applicants with disabilities should be aware of?

To apply for this practicum, please send a cover letter and resume to miri.ben.dat@utoronto.ca by 4PM on November 6, 2025. Applications will be sent to the site.