Job Description

POSITION TITLE



Community Clinician



SHIFT TYPE



Monday-Friday (Days)



DEPT/PROGRAM



North Simcoe Muskoka Specialized Geriatric Services



JOB CLASS



Registered Nurse or Occupational Therapist





EMPLOYMENT TYPE



Temporary Full Time up to 2 years



RATE OF PAY



RN: $44.69-$55.94 per hour


OT: $48.63-$56.11 per hour





WORK SCHEDULE



75.00 hours bi-weekly as per schedule



EMPLOYEE GROUP



OPSEU



POSTING TYPE



Open



POSTING DATE



July 7th, 2025





HYBRID ELIGIBLE



Yes



NUMBER



1



North Simcoe Muskoka Specialized Geriatric Services (NSM SGS) is a regional program under the leadership of Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care. NSM SGS was established in 2016 to advance the care of frail older adults and their caregivers in North Simcoe Muskoka. With a mandate for leadership, clinical service, education and mentorship, research and ethics as well as advocacy, the program collaborates with a broad variety of partners from within and outside the NSM health system to improve patient outcomes, build capacity and foster system change.


The NSM SGS Program, Geriatric Mental Health Manager (Community) is currently seeking an experienced Registered Nurse or Occupational Therapist to fill a Temporary full-time Community Clinician position. The NSM SGS Geriatric Mental Health team is a highly collaborative, interprofessional team that provides comprehensive geriatric assessment and management for older adults experiencing serious mental illness and/or responsive behaviours as a result of cognitive impairment related to dementia, mental illness, addictions or neurodegenerative disease processes. The Community Clinician will work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team as well as with the client, caregiver and other health service providers to develop, implement and evaluate a plan of care. The Community Clinician will also build capacity by sharing knowledge through education, coaching and mentoring.


Please note: This position is located in the regional office of the NSM SGS program in Barrie.

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Provide comprehensive geriatric assessment, consultation and management, with a specific focus on serious mental illness and/or responsive behaviours through outreach and virtual care delivery. Work collaboratively with patients, caregivers, other members of the NSM SGS interdisciplinary team, other health care providers and relevant partners to support the needs of the patients and their caregivers and communicate across the health system. Provide direct care that is person-centred and supported by evidence-based clinical best practices including crisis intervention and risk management support as required. Build capacity among patients, their caregivers, health service providers and other relevant partners through education, coaching and mentoring. Participate in committees and committee work, data collection and analysis, program and project development, continuous quality improvement initiatives, and research as appropriate. Participate in ongoing education and training related to best practice in the provision of care to the target population. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Current registration in good standing as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario or as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario Valid certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) with Oxygen Therapy (OT) and Airway Management (AM). Valid Ontario's driver license and an ability to travel distances across the NSM region Preference for three to five year's of recent and related experience in the care of older adults and their caregivers, including care of older adults with cognitive impairment, responsive behaviours and geriatric syndromes Certification in gerontological nursing [GNC(C)] an asset Understanding of Behaviour Supports Ontario (BSO) and Specialized Geriatric Services programs preferred Experience working within a regional specialized geriatric services team an asset P.I.E.C.E.S. and Gentle Persuasion Approach (GPA) training preferred Demonstrated skills in assessment as well as care plan development, implementation and evaluation including analytical skills to evaluate and apply treatment models and interventions Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to behaviour management Demonstrated ability to function and participate as a central member of an interdisciplinary team Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Results oriented work ethic, able to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, risk management, analytical skills and organizational skills with proven ability to adapt readily to change. Demonstrated interpersonal skills including an ability to successfully engage others internal and external to the organization, success facilitating groups and an ability to translate knowledge into practice using adult learning principles Proven ability to adapt readily to change Proven written and verbal communication skills Models and promotes core ethical practice of Waypoint and NSM SGS Program Values Preference for proficiency in French/English language

HOW DO I APPLY?

Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to Join our Team, Career Opportunities | Waypoint

by close of business (5:00 pm)

on July 17

th

, 2025 quoting Job ID WC25-192

. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified.