Community Services and Mental Health Worker Career Training
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About Our Program
The Community Services and Mental Health Worker program is designed to help you build practical skills used in social services, mental health support, and community outreach. You will learn how to support individuals facing personal and social challenges, apply counselling techniques, and work with diverse populations in real-world scenarios. Graduates in this field have an employment rate of 72 percent, with average wages around $26 per hour and potential earnings up to $37 per hour.
This diploma program explores key areas such as mental health, psychology, substance use support, and group dynamics. You will develop the knowledge needed to assist clients, understand behavior, and support individuals in community settings. This training can prepare you for roles such as community support worker or entry-level social worker positions.
Delivered through instructor-led online classes, the program combines guided learning with hands-on experience. You will complete a 46-week training schedule that includes an 8-week, 200-hour internship, allowing you to work in real community environments and build confidence before starting your career.
Learning Options
This program is delivered through instructor-led online classes that combine guided learning with practical skill development. You will follow a structured schedule designed to support steady progress and real-world readiness.
Online: Remote Classes
Instructor-led classes are delivered live through scheduled sessions.
Duration: 62 weeks
Internship: 8 weeks, 200 hours
Online: Remote Classes
Instructor-led classes are delivered live through scheduled sessions.
Duration: 54 weeks
Internship: Not Included
The internship provides hands-on experience in real community settings such as social service agencies, mental health centers, shelters, and non-profit organizations. This placement allows you to apply your training, build confidence, and gain practical exposure before entering the field.
Why Choose a Career in Community Services and Mental Health
Make Meaningful Impact
Working in community services and mental health allows you to support individuals facing real challenges. You can help clients access resources, navigate difficult situations, and improve their well-being through consistent guidance and support in community-based settings.
Work in Diverse Settings
This career path offers opportunities in a variety of environments such as social service agencies, mental health centers, shelters, and non-profit organizations. You can explore different areas and find the setting that aligns with your interests and long-term goals.
Engaging Daily Work
Your day-to-day responsibilities may include supporting clients, assisting with case plans, and connecting individuals to community resources. The work is interactive and people-focused, allowing you to apply your training in practical and meaningful ways.
Opportunities to Grow
Community services and mental health roles can lead to further development in social services, outreach programs, or specialized support areas. With experience, you may choose to expand your skills and take on more advanced responsibilities within the field.
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Why Study Community Services and Mental Health Worker at triOS College
1Hands-On Internship
The program includes an 8-week, 200-hour internship that provides real-world experience in community settings. You will work with organizations such as social service agencies and mental health centers, helping you apply your skills in practical environments.
2Career-Focused Skills
This program is designed to help you build job-ready skills used in social services and mental health support. You will focus on communication, client support, and community resource coordination to prepare for entry-level roles in the field.
3Instructor-Led Training
You will learn through live, instructor-led classes that follow a structured schedule. This approach helps guide your progress, reinforce key concepts, and support your learning through direct interaction and practical exercises.
4Career Services Support
triOS College offers career services that can support your transition into the workforce. You can access resume guidance, interview preparation, and job search support tailored to community services and mental health roles.
5Structured Learning Path
The program follows a clear progression that helps you build knowledge step by step. Each stage is designed to strengthen your understanding and prepare you for real-world responsibilities in community support roles.
6Real-World Applications
Course content is built around practical scenarios you may encounter in the field. This approach helps you understand how to respond to client needs and apply your knowledge in meaningful ways during your training and internship.
7Ongoing Student Support
Throughout your program, you will have access to academic support and guidance. This helps you stay focused, overcome challenges, and continue progressing toward completing your training with confidence.
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Build Your Career in Community Services and Mental Health
This program is designed to prepare you for roles in social services, mental health support, and community outreach. Graduates may pursue opportunities in settings that support individuals, families, and diverse populations.
Career Opportunities:
As a graduate of the Addiction and Mental Health Worker program, you may qualify for roles such as:
- Community Support Worker
- Social Worker Assistant
- Group Home Worker
- Outreach Worker
- Client Service Worker
- Peer Support Worker
- Shelter Counsellor
- Well-Being Counsellor
Graduates may work in a range of environments such as community agencies, mental health centers, shelters, and social service organizations. These settings focus on providing support, guidance, and access to essential services for individuals and families.
Employers Who Have Hired Graduates:
triOS graduates have gone on to work with organizations such as:
- Youth Action Centre
- Family Lifeline Counseling
- VON Canada
- Council on Drug Abuse (CODA)
- Pioneer Youth Services
Support That Helps You Succeed
At triOS College, your success is a priority. From career-focused training to hands-on experience and career services support, the program is designed to help you build the skills and confidence needed to move from student to professional in community services and mental health.
Take the Next Step Toward Your Career in Community Services and Mental Health
If you are ready to explore a career in social services or mental health support, this program can help you get started. Request more information to learn about program details, career paths, and financial aid options that can support your next step.
Community services and mental health roles continue to play an important role across healthcare and social support systems, offering opportunities to support individuals and make a meaningful contribution in your community.
Employment Rate: 72% | Average Wage: $26/hr | High Wage: $37/hr | NOC Code: 42201 | Source: workingincanada.gc.ca
Wage data rounded down to the nearest dollar. Average wage represents the midpoint between lowest and highest wages. Local or regional income may vary. Last updated in March 2025.
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