Registered Nurse - Mental Health - ACTT - Temporary Full-Time

Position: Registered Nurse

Competition #: 2026-329 (Existing)

Status: Temporary Full Time (up to 6 months with possible extension)

Department: Mental Health – Assertive Community Treatment Team

Salary: $41.15 -$58.98/Hour

Union Association: ONA

Hours: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Position Summary:

Reporting to Manager, Community Mental Health Services and under the supervision of ACTT Team Leader, the Registered Nurse is responsible for offering a full range of client-centered clinical nursing services to clients with acute, and/or severe and persistent mental illnesses in a facility and/or community setting. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, responding to telephone crisis calls; submitting referrals to other agencies; providing clinical nursing assessments including physical health; administering medication and monitoring side effects, allergies and interactions; providing consultation and collaboration, care coordination; providing patient and family education; provision of patient centered advocacy; discharge planning and liaising with community partners. Services of the ACT Team are available 24 hours per day, 7 days a week and provided in accordance with the ACTT Program Standards, the Principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and the Mission, Vision and Values of BGH. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse promotes the role of community treatment and collaborates with community resources to help meet the mental health needs of the individual.

The Registered Nurse is expected to maintain competence and skills through on-going participation in continuing education and will be able to demonstrate proof of such participation. The Registered Nurse actively participates in the CNO Quality Assurance Program. The Registered Nurse also participates in service and hospital-wide activities and programs that model and promote a safe and healthy patient-centered environment.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• BScN is preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Post diploma certification in psychiatric/mental health nursing considered an asset
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with people who have been diagnosed with a serious mental illness/substance use disorder in an Acute Mental Health setting or Community Mental Health setting
• Previous experience working on an Assertive Community Treatment Team is preferred
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of an interprofessional treatment team
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional development as evidenced by participation in programs, courses, seminars that enhance skills and knowledge
• Demonstrated knowledge of local community resources
• Valid BCLS and CPR certification.
• Demonstrated competency to administer naloxone in emergent situations
• Completion of Suicide Intervention Training (ASIST) is required
• Non-violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training is required.
• Current drivers abstract, a Valid Class G Ontario driver’s license and current vehicle insurance in good standing is required to participate in community programming, home visits and/or traveling to satellite offices.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven ability to conduct nursing assessments, risk assessments, suicide prevention
• Demonstrated crisis intervention skills for both telephone and person-to-person
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in providing treatment methods such as individual, group and family therapy, to persons with an acute and/or severe mental illness and substance use disorders
• Demonstrated understanding of mental health symptoms, issues, psychotropic medications and associated side effects
• Knowledge of inpatient and community based resources for youth and adults
• Experience providing a range of evidence based therapy modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational interviewing and crisis intervention/management.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including, but not limited to, The Mental Health Act, The Regulated Health Professionals Act, The Substitute Decisions Act, The Health Care Consent Act, and the Personal Health Information Protection Act.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Principles
• Knowledge and understanding of the Assertive Community Treatment Standards
• Ability to monitor client progress and modify treatment plans and services in consultation with the other member of the ACT Team
• Knowledge of psychopharmacological and psychotherapeutic treatment methods.
• Strong clinical assessment skills in mental health
• Maintain accurate and appropriate clinical documentation
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of community resources, programs and agencies available for clients with mental health/substance use disorders and their families/significant others.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, cooperatively and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team including participation in treatment consultations.
• Experience working in a computerized environment, sound knowledge and understanding of computer-based operations
• Participates in research and continuous quality improvement
• Demonstrated sensitivity and awareness of the stigma frequently experienced by persons diagnosed with a mental health/substance use disorder
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering culturally diverse environment and 2SLGBTQ sensitive care environment
• Must be willing to drive long distances throughout South Lanark, Leeds-Grenville Counties for client visits, clinics and community liaising
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• Excellent interpersonal, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment,
• Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills as relates to client care
• Excellent attendance and availability required.