Salary: $29.26 to $38.32 per hour for RPN or $37.20 to $45.36 per hour for RN

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING: Open Until December 20th, 2024

NURSE (RN or RPN)

EARLY PSYCHOSIS INTERVENTION (EPI) PROGRAM

Job Status: 1.0 FTE Permanent

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

Base office: Parry Sound

Competition: 98-24

Purpose of the Position: The Nurse (RN or RPN) Early Psychosis Intervention role is a crucial part of the Parry Sound team, focusing on providing culturally sensitive mental health and wellness services to Indigenous community members and non-Indigenous clients. This position includes supporting at risk youth within community settings, to ensure comprehensive, culturally informed care. The nurse will engage directly with youth and their families, perform health assessments, manage care plans, administer medications, and collaborate with mental health and addiction resources to support youth at risk and youth experiencing an early episode of psychosis.

The successful candidate will be part of a team of two based in Parry Sound, with support from a separate EPI team in Muskoka and the regional program. This structure ensures a collaborative environment with a strong network of shared knowledge and resources.

Education and Qualifications:

• Current registration, in good standing, as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Deep understanding of Indigenous cultures, histories, and wellness practices, with specific knowledge of the traditional territories within Muskoka and Parry Sound is an asset.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities or organizations is highly valued.
• Experience providing mental health and wellness support, including psychiatric and physical health assessments and crisis intervention.
• Practical experience working with youth experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, particularly in rural settings.
• Proficiency in computer programs, including Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Bilingualism in French is an asset.
• A valid Ontario G or G2 drivers license and access to reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays as required.

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide culturally informed nursing care and support to Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth and their families, including health assessments and intervention planning.
• Engage with youth and community partners to develop trust-based relationships that promote mental health and wellness.
• Collaborate with schools, community leaders, and other health and mental health resources to ensure comprehensive and culturally safe care.
• Participate in psycho-educational and support program development, tailored to the needs of youth.
• Work closely with the Parry Sound team and maintain a collaborative relationship with the Muskoka EPI team and regional program to enhance service delivery.
• Contribute to planning and facilitating culturally relevant community events and workshops.

Salary: $29.26 to $38.32 per hour for RPN or $37.20 to $45.36 per hour for RN, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Benefits include: Comprehensive health benefit plan after six months of employment and Registered Retirement plan with HOOPP where contributions start on date of hire.

You are invited to submit your application quoting competition 98-24 to:

The Hiring Committee

Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch

173-202 Manitoba Street

Bracebridge, Ontario P1L 1S3

Telephone: (705) 645-2262 Online: CMHA MPS Careers

Canadian Mental Health Association Muskoka Parry Sound (CMHAMPS) is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace.

Qualified consumers/survivors and/or family members are encouraged to apply.

We retain all applications submitted for one year after the closing date of this posting for consideration in any future postings.

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We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.