Education Policy Researcher (Mental Health) - Remote

Overview

This position involves researching student mental health policies across Canadian high schools to inform a policy report and toolkit aimed at improving mental health supports.

In Short

• Conduct comparative research on provincial education policies regarding student mental health.
• Review existing frameworks and models related to school-based mental health.
• Document disparities in access to mental health resources.
• Develop a typology of common school-based mental health issues.
• Produce a report outlining policy gaps and recommendations.
• Create supplemental resources for stakeholders.
• Coordinate focus groups with students and educators.
• Work remotely with flexible scheduling.
• Contract duration is 8 weeks starting June 2, 2025.
• Pay is $17.20 per hour.

Requirements

• Must be between 15 and 30 years old.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Must have a valid Social Insurance Number.
• Post-secondary degree in education, psychology, or related field preferred.
• Experience in policy or qualitative research is an asset.
• Strong understanding of mental health issues affecting youth.
• Excellent critical thinking and synthesis skills.
• Proficient in report preparation and communication.
• Ability to work independently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Remote work opportunity.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Engagement in meaningful research impacting youth mental health.
• Opportunity to work with a youth-led organization.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.