Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse (Lifespan) Psychiatric & Mental Health Specialty

Why join CMHA Kenora?

We are a team committed to our vision of mental health support for all. We offer an inclusive, innovative, and high-performance work culture that helps us deliver transformational impact. The organization cares about the growth, safety and well-being of employees and offers:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation Days
• Learning & professional development opportunities

Deadline to apply: November 1st, 2024

Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse - Psychiatric & Mental Health Specialty (lifespan)

Mobile Mental Health & Addictions Clinic

Employer: CMHA Kenora Branch

Job Title: Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse

Work Location: Mobile Mental Health & Addictions Clinic

Employment Status: Full-Time, Permanent

For more information, please visit www.cmhak.on.ca

Overview:

Reporting to the Mobile Mental Health & Addictions Team Lead, the Mobile Mental Health & Addictions Clinic Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse works within a multidisciplinary team responsible for assessing clients’ physical health needs, making appropriate referrals to community physicians, providing management and administration of medication in conjunction with the consulting psychiatrist or practitioner, and providing a range of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services across the lifespan. The MMHAC Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse is expected to work as a member of a team and participate in clinical supervision with the Mobile Mental Health & Addictions Team Lead. The MMHAC Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse will ensure that the following objectives are achieved through the clinic: improving access to mental health and addiction services for unserved and underserved areas; improving health outcomes by removing barriers to access, including geography, transportation, and stigma; reducing healthcare costs by encouraging and easing intervention early and mitigating the need for higher intensity support later on; and reducing health disparities by ensuring access to services that are culturally and developmentally appropriate and available where and when clients need them. The MMHAC Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse will develop relationships with external providers to implement a collaborative service delivery model in multiple sites which will also include a landing space location identified for the MMHAC. The MMHAC Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse will ensure that high standards of quality client care and professional conduct are maintained, and that services provided are evidence-based, best practice approaches in partnership with traditional approaches as identified by the community and area. The MMHAC Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse will coordinate shift management with other registered nurse/registered practical nurses within the Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch when required by the MMHAC Team Lead and Chief Executive Officer.

Qualifications:

• Registration or eligible for registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Knowledge of mental health/illness and mental health difficulties and treatment modalities
• Experience working in a community-based or outpatient mental health setting is preferred
• Working knowledge of community resources and agencies
• Highly developed screening and assessment skills
• Case management and advocacy skills
• Understanding of the Recovery Philosophy
• Leadership skills
• Professionalism in the performance of duties
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment and self-motivated
• Computer literacy and recording skills
• Cultural Competence for diverse populations
• Valid Driver’s License
• Criminal Records Check
• Certification in CPR and First Aid or willingness to obtain same

Duties:

• Adherence to all policies and procedures of Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch
• Assurance of confidentiality of all clients, personnel, and organizational records and information
• Implement a collaborative service delivery model in multiple sites
• Work collaboratively with community partners to reduce barriers and develop collaborative approaches
• Ensure completion of a nursing assessment for those accessing the Mobile Mental Health & Addictions Clinic
• Engage in providing medication administration where applicable
• Develop, revise, and maintain client psychopharmacological and medical treatment
• Assessment of client needs and mental status and the development of appropriate recovery plans
• Facilitate and monitor the implementation of client recovery plans
• Refer to internal multidisciplinary MMHAC where appropriate
• Engage in education of client, family, and community
• Development and facilitation of treatment, skills enhancement, or education groups
• Ensure compliance with funder’s financial guidelines, targets, and operational mandates
• Conduct regular evaluations of client satisfaction and service requirements
• Actively participate in quality improvement across the organization
• Participate in clinical team meetings and staff meetings
• Assist in program orientation and training of new employees of the MMHAC
• Provide support and supervision to agency volunteers and students assigned to the program area
• Maintain client files consistent with policies and procedures
• Professionally represent Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch
• Draft necessary correspondence and reports regarding clients
• Participate in administrative functions
• Ensure safety and security of all clients during shifts
• General administration duties
• Complete regular reviews and audits of program files
• Participate on specific committees or working groups
• Provide a safe environment by ensuring adherence to Workplace Health and Safety Regulations
• Responsible for self-care
• Other duties as directed

How to Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and resume to: careers@cmhak.on.ca

The Canadian Mental Health Association, Kenora Branch welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.