Thresholds Homes and Supports Inc. is a community-based agency that promotes recovery and improved quality of life for people who are experiencing mental health and addiction issues by providing affordable housing and individualized, flexible support services through our wide-ranging programs offered throughout Waterloo Region and Wellington County. Our staff are committed and passionate about what they do, and take pride in the difference they make in our community. Our values include
PERSON-CENTERED
,
ANTI-OPPRESSIVE
and
PARTNERSHIP FOCUSED
. We also take time to recognize each other and have fun!
SUMMARY OF POSITION
This specialized multidisciplinary community based team (Assertive Community Treatment Team) provides intensive treatment, rehabilitation and support within an outreach model to individuals with serious mental illness in the Waterloo Region utilizing a client driven approach. Using the principles of client-centered care within the context of a multi-disciplinary team approach the nurse is responsible for conducting comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments, mental status and physical health assessments; making appropriate referrals to community physicians; providing management and administration of medication in conjunction with the psychiatrist; providing intensive treatment, rehabilitation, and community support services. The position involves a varied schedule rotation within a team setting.
HOURS OF WORK
The RPN will work a thirty-five (35) hour week, the hours being flexible to the needs of the program. One afternoon shift (12pm-8pm) per week. This role participates in the agency's on-call rotation.
SALARY RANGE:
$30.39-$35.97 per hour
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Experience in a community mental health setting working with adults recovering from serious mental health illness
Knowledge of mental health resources within Waterloo Region considered an asset
Preference given to candidates certified in, or in the process of completing courses toward the certificate in Canadian Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
Certification in First Aid/CPR, non-violent crisis intervention and suicide risk assessment preferred
Demonstrated skill in applying the principles of Psycho-Social Rehabilitation, Recovery and case management
Ability to work within the agency's mission and values
Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation
Willing to travel extensively within the waterloo region and to work evenings and weekends
Must have a valid Class G driver's license, relevant insurance and use of a reliable vehicle
Willing to transport clients in personal vehicle to appointments when needed
Provide a satisfactory police vulnerable sector check
Equity Statement
Thresholds Homes and Supports is committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Thresholds Homes and Supports, Head Office location, is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River.
The Agency values the diverse and intersectional identities of its employees and community partners and people we serve. The Agency regards equity and diversity as an integral part of excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees and for all those we serve. Thresholds Homes and Supports seeks applicants who embrace our values. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who are from equity deserving communities, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Metis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.39-$35.97 per hour
Application question(s):
Do you have a personal vehicle for use Monday to Friday?
Experience:
community mental health: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
G license (required)
RPN (required)
Work Location: In person
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