Job Description

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides direct patient care to clients of our Agency within bed-based Withdrawal Management and Treatment Services (WMTS). At WMTS you will work within an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive biopsychosocial support for individuals with addictions and concurrent disorders. This includes clients in acute withdrawal from one or more substances and those coming into our 5-week bed-based treatment program. Your focus will be on comprehensive health assessment, individualized treatment plans, and supporting continuity of care through collaboration and referrals. The NP at WMTS provides episodic primary care to clients in program and assists with transfer of care to more permanent services. Our NP provides expertise to inform policy decisions where appropriate. The NP will also provide guidance and coaching to other members of the WMTS team, including non-medical staff, to ensure best service possible. This is an opportunity to provide quality care to an underserved population, within a flexible community agency dedicated to helping our clients live the healthiest lives possible. You make a difference!

The WMTS Nurse Practitioner

Adheres to CPSO prescribing guidelines and CNO Standards of Practice, and demonstrates practice competencies Conducts advanced mental health/addictions/concurrent disorders and physical health assessment and formulates evidence-informed plan of care Provides care that is recovery oriented, trauma-informed, and reflects harm reduction principles Prescribes and administers medication (including OAT) to support safe and comfortable withdrawal and monitors the impact of prescribed medications on clients in withdrawal (impacts on clients' mood, behaviour, cognitive processes) Conducts medical intake for bed-based treatment, ensuring client stability for duration of the program Supports the WMTS interdisciplinary team to implement plans of care, including transition plans, to best serve clients Conducts risk assessments for suicide, self/harm or harm to others and takes the necessary action Supports education, collaboration, and knowledge exchange to enhance partner, primary care, and community capacity to effectively address addiction Collaborates with interdisciplinary support team and external partners (i.e., pharmacy, RAAM medical team, hospital) to ensure safe and effective practice and continuity of care Maintains clinical competence through relevant evidence-based research and legislation

Hours of work

: flexible schedule to be negotiated with successful candidate

Start date

: As soon as possible.

Interested in the role but don't have experience specific to addictions? We can work with a compassionate approach and willingness to learn! We will collaborate on a training and capacity building plan to grow skill and confidence in working with our client population. We also support ongoing professional development.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary: $62.56

The Perks

Reimbursement for CNO membership fee Fitness Benefit for gym memberships, exercise equipment, and lessons for various physical activities for all staff and their families Employee Assistance Plan for all staff and their families Paid Time Off for all staff Fun events for all staff Participation in RSP/TFSA plans for all staff An Agency committed to ensuring your physical and mental health/safety is paramount

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Must have:

Registered in Good Standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) - Extended Class License Bachelor's degree in nursing Successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program from a recognized university Knowledge of CNO Standards of Practice and commitment to maintaining reflective practice standards Clinical leadership skills to organize and coordinate the care of clients Mandatory liability insurance that meets CNO requirements for NPs Current BCLS/CPR certification Access to reliable transportation Ability to manage frequent exposure to direct and vicarious trauma
Nice to have:

Master's degree in nursing Expertise in clinical assessment and evidence-based care needs of people living with substance use, mental health, and social determinants of health concerns Related clinical experience in mental health and/or addictions setting, with knowledge of addiction medicine and harm reduction Completion of CNO approved education for prescription of controlled substances Membership with NPAO or RNAO Knowledge in trauma-informed practices and motivational interviewing techniques for the concurrent disorders' population Knowledge of Canadian Standards of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing, as well as relevant legislation, including the Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act, and Personal Health Information Protection Act(PHIPA) Canadian Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Certification (CPMHN)
Apply by: November 7,2025

Reference: WMTS PT Nurse Practitioner

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $62.56 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Employee assistance program On-site parking Paid time off Wellness program
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Licence/Certification:

registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (required)
Work Location: In person