Community Mental Health Nurse

Position Details

• Location: St. Catharines
• Duration: 12-18 months
• Department: Clinical Services - Mental Health
• Standard Hours: 35.00 / week
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• Work Location: Hybrid

Job Summary

The Community Mental Health (MH) Nurse provides services in health promotion, health protection and disease treatment related to mental health support and liaison for individuals and their caregivers with mental health disorders, guided by Ontario Mental Health Act and the College of Nurses of Ontario standards.

The Community MH Nurse combines knowledge from mental health, social and nursing sciences in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of mental health programs and services. Services are provided through clinical settings, and/or home/community visits, agency liaison and collaboration. The Community MH Nurse works according to program specific plans, policies and procedures of Niagara Region Public Health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BScN) is required
• Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• An additional post-graduate certificate in Psychiatric Nursing is preferred
• Current certificate in CPR
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in psychiatric nursing in a psychiatric setting
• Community psychiatric or community health experience preferred
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control interventions
• Requires an ability to communicate effectively with the public and other professionals
• Computer literacy is required
• French language skills an asset

Special Conditions

• Must provide own transportation and be able to travel throughout the Niagara Region to other offices, work locations, or sites as authorized by the Corporation for business reasons.
• Employees who use their personal vehicles for approved Region business shall ensure they are adequately insured with their personal insurance carrier.
• It is the employee's responsibility to possess and maintain a valid driver's license of the appropriate class to carry out their job in accordance with Corporate Policy.
• Support clients in their travel to locations in the community when it is relevant to the client’s recovery plan as per program policy (which allows the option of staff transporting clients in their personal vehicle).
• In accordance with Corporate Criminal Records Check policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records check, including vulnerable sector screening, and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate prior to commencing employment.
• Be available to work flexible hours including weekend and/or evening hours as required.
• Vaccinations as recommended in Public Health policy.
• Must complete the anaphylaxis response training annually.

Additional Information

Niagara Region serves a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000 and is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and community partners, the Region delivers high-quality programs and services that support the well-being of individuals, families and communities.

Nestled between Lakes Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula is home to fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls, vibrant modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, and communities rich in history, recreation and culture. With a temperate climate, breathtaking countryside and easy access to neighbouring New York State, Niagara attracts more than 14 million visitors each year, along with new residents and businesses.

Niagara Region values diversity in background and experience and is committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the community it serves, strengthening programs and services across Niagara. While specific qualifications are important for certain roles, we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. Our recruiters will evaluate your suitability for the role.

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Let us know why you would be an excellent team member by submitting your online application.

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We confirm that we do not use AI in screening of applicants, and this position is an existing vacancy.

If you require an accommodation for the application process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the alternate formats for contacting us are as follows:

• Email: myhr@niagararegion.ca
• Phone: 905-980-6000 or 1-800-263-7215
• Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511
• In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 – Human Resources Department