Registered Nurse
Internal/External Posting
One (1) Full-Time Position (37.5 hours per week)
Street Health is a community-based agency providing innovative physical and mental health programs and advocacy to homeless and insecurely housed individuals in downtown Toronto for over 30 years. Street Health, a not-for-profit organization located within the downtown-east neighborhood of Toronto, works to improve the health and wellbeing of people who are homeless and under-housed by addressing the social determinants of health. Our organization provides services in the areas of innovative nursing, mental health, harm reduction, Overdose prevention, Safer Supply, outreach, identification replacement programs, and through advocacy, research, and education.
Responsibilities of the position include, but may not be limited to:
Provide nursing care to clients while maintaining up-to-date and accurate charts;
Participate in and provide referrals to community agencies and health care practitioners; accompany clients to appointments when needed; support clients in from an advocacy perspective;
Participate, initiate and support systemic advocacy, grassroots organizing, awareness raising and public education for positive social change via involvement in community-based committees and networks;
Contribute to program and policy development;
Support students and volunteers; participate in and provide consultation to team members through case management;
Provide awareness & education to students, staff members, community health care institutions and community agencies regarding the communities we serve;
Support and provide access for clients to low-barrier services at Street Health;
Assist in the collection and documentation of statistical data;
Provide services in the Overdose Prevention Site (OPS) when needed;
Promote the mission, vision and values of Street Health; and
All other duties as may be assigned within the scope of this position.
Qualifications :
BScN or BN.
Current registration as a Registered Nurse, in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Minimum two years’ general nursing experience; competent clinical/assessment skills.
Relevant experience working within a community-based, not-for-profit organization.
Demonstrated knowledge of mental health disorders, treatment modalities and social determinants of health.
Experience advocating for clients, individually and at a systemic level.
Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills; strong computer skills and experience using EMR software.
Experience working with marginalized groups and strong understanding of systems and issues affecting individuals who experience mental health disorders and homelessness is an asset.
Experience working within a team/organization harm reduction approach is an asset.
Certification in Advanced Nursing Footcare, or interest and willingness to attend training.
Ability to carry out duties independently while maintaining accountability to agency.
Valid CPR certification or ability to obtain certification within the first 3 months of employment.
Successful police services Vulnerable Sector Screening Check.
Don’t meet every single qualification? If you are intrigued and excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in this job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate we have been searching for to join our team! Research has shown that people of colour, women and members of other equity deserving groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Street Health is committed to building a diverse and authentic organization and we welcome your application.
Position Type: Full-time, Bargaining Unit
Salary: $39.27 per hour
Work Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday
Work Location: 338 Dundas Street East, Toronto, ON, M5A 2A1
Reports to : Kelly White, Manager, Harm Reduction Programs
Posting Date : Tuesday November 28, 2023
Application Deadline : Sunday December 10, 2023
Application Method : Please submit a cover letter and resume by 5:00 p.m., on Sunday December 10, 2023, to employment@streethealth.ca . Please quote “RN_3823” in the subject line of the email.
Street Health is committed to diversity, equity & inclusion and developing a workforce that is reflective of the communities and clients that we work with. We strongly encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups including but not limited to; people with lived and/or living experience, Black people, Indigenous Peoples, racialized communities, LGBTQ2SIA+ people, people with disabilities, and people with marginalized identities.
Street Health is committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Applicants are asked to make accommodation requests by email to employment@streethealth.ca and include the subject term ‘Accessibility’, or via telephone to 416-921-8668 ext. 228. Street Health will make every effort to ensure that reasonable accommodation requests are available throughout the recruitment process.
All candidates offered a position at Street Health must be fully vaccinated according to Street Health’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , Nov 2021, and proof of vaccination is required as a condition of employment.
Street Health will comply with its Human Rights obligations and accommodate employees who are legally entitled to accommodation.
Nov 30, 2023
Full time
Registered Nurse
Internal/External Posting
One (1) Full-Time Position (37.5 hours per week)
Street Health is a community-based agency providing innovative physical and mental health programs and advocacy to homeless and insecurely housed individuals in downtown Toronto for over 30 years. Street Health, a not-for-profit organization located within the downtown-east neighborhood of Toronto, works to improve the health and wellbeing of people who are homeless and under-housed by addressing the social determinants of health. Our organization provides services in the areas of innovative nursing, mental health, harm reduction, Overdose prevention, Safer Supply, outreach, identification replacement programs, and through advocacy, research, and education.
Responsibilities of the position include, but may not be limited to:
Provide nursing care to clients while maintaining up-to-date and accurate charts;
Participate in and provide referrals to community agencies and health care practitioners; accompany clients to appointments when needed; support clients in from an advocacy perspective;
Participate, initiate and support systemic advocacy, grassroots organizing, awareness raising and public education for positive social change via involvement in community-based committees and networks;
Contribute to program and policy development;
Support students and volunteers; participate in and provide consultation to team members through case management;
Provide awareness & education to students, staff members, community health care institutions and community agencies regarding the communities we serve;
Support and provide access for clients to low-barrier services at Street Health;
Assist in the collection and documentation of statistical data;
Provide services in the Overdose Prevention Site (OPS) when needed;
Promote the mission, vision and values of Street Health; and
All other duties as may be assigned within the scope of this position.
Qualifications :
BScN or BN.
Current registration as a Registered Nurse, in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Minimum two years’ general nursing experience; competent clinical/assessment skills.
Relevant experience working within a community-based, not-for-profit organization.
Demonstrated knowledge of mental health disorders, treatment modalities and social determinants of health.
Experience advocating for clients, individually and at a systemic level.
Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills; strong computer skills and experience using EMR software.
Experience working with marginalized groups and strong understanding of systems and issues affecting individuals who experience mental health disorders and homelessness is an asset.
Experience working within a team/organization harm reduction approach is an asset.
Certification in Advanced Nursing Footcare, or interest and willingness to attend training.
Ability to carry out duties independently while maintaining accountability to agency.
Valid CPR certification or ability to obtain certification within the first 3 months of employment.
Successful police services Vulnerable Sector Screening Check.
Don’t meet every single qualification? If you are intrigued and excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in this job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate we have been searching for to join our team! Research has shown that people of colour, women and members of other equity deserving groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Street Health is committed to building a diverse and authentic organization and we welcome your application.
Position Type: Full-time, Bargaining Unit
Salary: $39.27 per hour
Work Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday
Work Location: 338 Dundas Street East, Toronto, ON, M5A 2A1
Reports to : Kelly White, Manager, Harm Reduction Programs
Posting Date : Tuesday November 28, 2023
Application Deadline : Sunday December 10, 2023
Application Method : Please submit a cover letter and resume by 5:00 p.m., on Sunday December 10, 2023, to employment@streethealth.ca . Please quote “RN_3823” in the subject line of the email.
Street Health is committed to diversity, equity & inclusion and developing a workforce that is reflective of the communities and clients that we work with. We strongly encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups including but not limited to; people with lived and/or living experience, Black people, Indigenous Peoples, racialized communities, LGBTQ2SIA+ people, people with disabilities, and people with marginalized identities.
Street Health is committed to providing accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Applicants are asked to make accommodation requests by email to employment@streethealth.ca and include the subject term ‘Accessibility’, or via telephone to 416-921-8668 ext. 228. Street Health will make every effort to ensure that reasonable accommodation requests are available throughout the recruitment process.
All candidates offered a position at Street Health must be fully vaccinated according to Street Health’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , Nov 2021, and proof of vaccination is required as a condition of employment.
Street Health will comply with its Human Rights obligations and accommodate employees who are legally entitled to accommodation.
Come work as a Clinical Resource Nurse - Mental Health and Substance Use with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinical Resource Nurse to join the Intensive Case Management team at Heiltsuk Hospital in Bella Bella, BC. Apply today to join our team!
If you are looking to relocate, short term temporary housing may be available along with access to Talent Acquisition's relocation program, including support from the relocation specialist to find a permanent residence and potential reimbursement. Hybrid work schedules may be available (including both on side & remote) as applicable (with existing VCH policies and collectice agreement requirements), where a rotation can be discussed, as well as travel, transport & housing options.
As a Clinical Resource Nurse - Mental Health and Substance Use with VCH you will:
Act as a clinical resource by providing consultation and clinical support to the interdisciplinary care team, other professionals and students for the clinical area.
Role models evidence informed best practices to support staff in achieving best client outcomes through in the moment education.
Consult, confer, and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, physicians, educational resources and other health care professionals to achieve excellence in client-centred education and research.
Work collaboratively across multiple sites, clinics, and services within an integrated health service delivery model and interdisciplinary care team that includes primary care, mental health and substance use, outreach based and home based services, private General Practitioner (GP) partners, and other community care services.
Establish, maintain, and enhance therapeutic relationships based on respect.
ABOUT BELLA BELLA, BC
Bella Bella is a beautiful island community off the central coast of British Columbia, 690 km north of Vancouver. It is surrounded by a magical world of channels, inlets and old growth forest. It is home to salmon, orcas, humpbacks, bald eagles and the other denizens of the Pacific Northwest. The climate is mild and the area is a paradise for kayaking, sport fishing, hiking and photography.
The Heiltsuk Hospital in Bella Bella has 7 acute beds, 7 long term care beds and a 4-bed emergency department open 24/7, along with Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging services. It offers telehealth services as well as speciality clinics. Heiltsuk Hospital also has an Intensive Case Management team for mental health and substance use. There is a medical clinic and a pharmacy located in the hospital. The healthcare team consists of Physicians, RNs, LPNs, PCAs, Laboratory and Radiology Technologists, Combined Lab/X-Ray Technologists, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Assistants, and Support Services Personnel.
Heiltsuk Hospital is located on the traditional territories of the Heiltsuk Nation. It is one of the only provincial hospitals located on a reserve in all of Canada.
For more information, please refer to this link: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/aboriginal-peoples/information-indians.html#hdng2
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Three (3) years’ recent, related nursing experience in the designated clinical area(s), including one year's related teaching experience and/or group facilitation or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Completion of ‘Educator Pathway Program’ is preferred.
Three (3) years’ recent, related nursing experience working in relation to the Mental Health Act.
Valid BC Driver’s and access to a personal vehicle for local travel may be required.
Knowledge & Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice, Cultural Safety, Gender Affirming, Harm Reduction and Recovery Oriented Models of Care.
Demonstrated ability to assess clients at risk and knowledge of appropriate acts; eg. Mental Health Act, Adult Guardianship Act, Public Health Act, Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act as it relates to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.
Knowledge of clinical practice related to treatment and care of the designated client population.
Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership and work direction.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
Comprehensive knowledge of mental health conditions, substance use and substance disorders, the recovery model and principles of psychosocial rehabilitation.
Comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.
Comprehensive knowledge of evidence based nursing practice related to designated clinical area.
Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate and lead.
Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver educational programs and materials for staff/ clients and families based on education theories, principles and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to promote a supportive, creative learning environment and engage in continuous quality improvement.
Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking in approach to teaching.
Demonstrated ability to develop educational programs and material.
Comprehensive knowledge of adult education principles, methods and tools.
Comprehensive knowledge of other health disciplines and their role in patient/client care.
Demonstrates ability to problem solve using sound judgment in applying critical thinking skills within safe limits of patient/client care.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and set work priorities.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to use research and methodology in practice.
Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, work direction and consultation.
Demonstrated skill in facilitating groups that include professionals/patient/clients and or patient/clients/family members.
Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, coach and facilitate.
Demonstrated ability to communicate, negotiate and deal effectively with co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, clients and their families, and staff of outside agencies.
Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with conflict resolutions.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events and set priorities.
Demonstrated ability in conducting physical, mental, psychosocial/functional environmental assessments.
Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
Knowledge of relevant clinical practice standards/guidelines and care pathways.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally on a one to one and group setting.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.
Demonstrated ability to lead change and support staff through transition.
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a project or initiative.
Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use PARIS.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?
VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
Nov 16, 2023
Full time
Come work as a Clinical Resource Nurse - Mental Health and Substance Use with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Clinical Resource Nurse to join the Intensive Case Management team at Heiltsuk Hospital in Bella Bella, BC. Apply today to join our team!
If you are looking to relocate, short term temporary housing may be available along with access to Talent Acquisition's relocation program, including support from the relocation specialist to find a permanent residence and potential reimbursement. Hybrid work schedules may be available (including both on side & remote) as applicable (with existing VCH policies and collectice agreement requirements), where a rotation can be discussed, as well as travel, transport & housing options.
As a Clinical Resource Nurse - Mental Health and Substance Use with VCH you will:
Act as a clinical resource by providing consultation and clinical support to the interdisciplinary care team, other professionals and students for the clinical area.
Role models evidence informed best practices to support staff in achieving best client outcomes through in the moment education.
Consult, confer, and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, physicians, educational resources and other health care professionals to achieve excellence in client-centred education and research.
Work collaboratively across multiple sites, clinics, and services within an integrated health service delivery model and interdisciplinary care team that includes primary care, mental health and substance use, outreach based and home based services, private General Practitioner (GP) partners, and other community care services.
Establish, maintain, and enhance therapeutic relationships based on respect.
ABOUT BELLA BELLA, BC
Bella Bella is a beautiful island community off the central coast of British Columbia, 690 km north of Vancouver. It is surrounded by a magical world of channels, inlets and old growth forest. It is home to salmon, orcas, humpbacks, bald eagles and the other denizens of the Pacific Northwest. The climate is mild and the area is a paradise for kayaking, sport fishing, hiking and photography.
The Heiltsuk Hospital in Bella Bella has 7 acute beds, 7 long term care beds and a 4-bed emergency department open 24/7, along with Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging services. It offers telehealth services as well as speciality clinics. Heiltsuk Hospital also has an Intensive Case Management team for mental health and substance use. There is a medical clinic and a pharmacy located in the hospital. The healthcare team consists of Physicians, RNs, LPNs, PCAs, Laboratory and Radiology Technologists, Combined Lab/X-Ray Technologists, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Assistants, and Support Services Personnel.
Heiltsuk Hospital is located on the traditional territories of the Heiltsuk Nation. It is one of the only provincial hospitals located on a reserve in all of Canada.
For more information, please refer to this link: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/aboriginal-peoples/information-indians.html#hdng2
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Three (3) years’ recent, related nursing experience in the designated clinical area(s), including one year's related teaching experience and/or group facilitation or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Completion of ‘Educator Pathway Program’ is preferred.
Three (3) years’ recent, related nursing experience working in relation to the Mental Health Act.
Valid BC Driver’s and access to a personal vehicle for local travel may be required.
Knowledge & Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice, Cultural Safety, Gender Affirming, Harm Reduction and Recovery Oriented Models of Care.
Demonstrated ability to assess clients at risk and knowledge of appropriate acts; eg. Mental Health Act, Adult Guardianship Act, Public Health Act, Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act as it relates to the rights and obligations of clients and staff.
Knowledge of clinical practice related to treatment and care of the designated client population.
Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership and work direction.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
Comprehensive knowledge of mental health conditions, substance use and substance disorders, the recovery model and principles of psychosocial rehabilitation.
Comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.
Comprehensive knowledge of evidence based nursing practice related to designated clinical area.
Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, facilitate and lead.
Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver educational programs and materials for staff/ clients and families based on education theories, principles and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to promote a supportive, creative learning environment and engage in continuous quality improvement.
Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking in approach to teaching.
Demonstrated ability to develop educational programs and material.
Comprehensive knowledge of adult education principles, methods and tools.
Comprehensive knowledge of other health disciplines and their role in patient/client care.
Demonstrates ability to problem solve using sound judgment in applying critical thinking skills within safe limits of patient/client care.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and set work priorities.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to use research and methodology in practice.
Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, work direction and consultation.
Demonstrated skill in facilitating groups that include professionals/patient/clients and or patient/clients/family members.
Demonstrated ability to teach, demonstrate, coach and facilitate.
Demonstrated ability to communicate, negotiate and deal effectively with co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, clients and their families, and staff of outside agencies.
Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with conflict resolutions.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events and set priorities.
Demonstrated ability in conducting physical, mental, psychosocial/functional environmental assessments.
Demonstrated skill in clinical techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.
Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
Knowledge of relevant clinical practice standards/guidelines and care pathways.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally on a one to one and group setting.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.
Demonstrated ability to lead change and support staff through transition.
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a project or initiative.
Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use PARIS.
Ability to operate related equipment.
Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?
VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
WellFort is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our team!
Full-time 1.0 FTE (2 positions)
Nurse Practitioner – High Priority Communities Strategy (NP-HPCS)
The NP-HPCS will integrate his/her knowledge of advanced nursing practice and theory, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management, health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic disease management to provide primary health care to individuals, families, groups, and communities. The NP-HPCS will work both independently and collaboratively with his/her clients, interdisciplinary team, and other healthcare providers in delivering high-quality clinical care and outreach activities.
While the proportion of time allocated to different functions may vary according to service needs, the advanced nursing role encompasses a combination of direct care, health promotion, outreach, education, advocacy, community development, program development, and evaluation.
WellFort is a non-profit, values-based organization that provides health promotion and prevention programs, primary and oral health care and works with local residents and other agencies to increase community capacity.
What you will do:
Perform a focused and/or holistic health assessment, health history, and physical examination based on the client needs and across the lifespan (e.g., prenatal, postpartum, well-baby, infants, adolescents, adults, and older adults)
Using strong clinical reasoning skills, synthesize health assessment information and evidence-informed practice to formulate differential diagnoses and communicate normal/abnormal findings to the clients
Consultation with other health professionals as required in establishing a diagnosis and plan of care.
Order and interpret screening, diagnostic procedures, and other investigations within the CNO scope of practice and ensure timely follow-up
Other areas of focus will include Therapeutic Management, Health Promotion and Education, Advocacy and Community Development, Administration, evidenced based practice including documentation and program reporting, Professional Development and Contribution to team and centre activities
Provide care delivery at any of the office sites as program needs dictate.
Other duties as assigned.
What you will need:
Undergraduate degree in Nursing required; Masters of Science in Nursing (MScN) preferred
Council of Ontario University Program in Nursing (COUPN) Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate required.
Current registration with the CNO as a Registered Nurse Practitioner with NP-HPCS specialty certificate required
Current membership with RNAO or NPAO and evidence of liability insurance required
A minimum five years of nursing experience in a variety of primary care settings one of which must be community health.
Completed a “Prescribing Narcotics and Controlled Substances” courses approved by CNO Council is an asset.
Experience and/or openness to working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing traditional health care institutions for reasons as such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, substance use issues, and others
A capacity for critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multi task in a fast paced environment.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Consistent access to a vehicle for responsive care delivery at any care delivery location.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Initial Hiring Salary Range: $108,083 - $123,400 plus additional on-call pay (consideration of experience) Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits.
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca . Open until filled
Quote “ NP-HPCS1023 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
Nov 01, 2023
Full time
WellFort is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our team!
Full-time 1.0 FTE (2 positions)
Nurse Practitioner – High Priority Communities Strategy (NP-HPCS)
The NP-HPCS will integrate his/her knowledge of advanced nursing practice and theory, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management, health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic disease management to provide primary health care to individuals, families, groups, and communities. The NP-HPCS will work both independently and collaboratively with his/her clients, interdisciplinary team, and other healthcare providers in delivering high-quality clinical care and outreach activities.
While the proportion of time allocated to different functions may vary according to service needs, the advanced nursing role encompasses a combination of direct care, health promotion, outreach, education, advocacy, community development, program development, and evaluation.
WellFort is a non-profit, values-based organization that provides health promotion and prevention programs, primary and oral health care and works with local residents and other agencies to increase community capacity.
What you will do:
Perform a focused and/or holistic health assessment, health history, and physical examination based on the client needs and across the lifespan (e.g., prenatal, postpartum, well-baby, infants, adolescents, adults, and older adults)
Using strong clinical reasoning skills, synthesize health assessment information and evidence-informed practice to formulate differential diagnoses and communicate normal/abnormal findings to the clients
Consultation with other health professionals as required in establishing a diagnosis and plan of care.
Order and interpret screening, diagnostic procedures, and other investigations within the CNO scope of practice and ensure timely follow-up
Other areas of focus will include Therapeutic Management, Health Promotion and Education, Advocacy and Community Development, Administration, evidenced based practice including documentation and program reporting, Professional Development and Contribution to team and centre activities
Provide care delivery at any of the office sites as program needs dictate.
Other duties as assigned.
What you will need:
Undergraduate degree in Nursing required; Masters of Science in Nursing (MScN) preferred
Council of Ontario University Program in Nursing (COUPN) Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate required.
Current registration with the CNO as a Registered Nurse Practitioner with NP-HPCS specialty certificate required
Current membership with RNAO or NPAO and evidence of liability insurance required
A minimum five years of nursing experience in a variety of primary care settings one of which must be community health.
Completed a “Prescribing Narcotics and Controlled Substances” courses approved by CNO Council is an asset.
Experience and/or openness to working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing traditional health care institutions for reasons as such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, substance use issues, and others
A capacity for critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multi task in a fast paced environment.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Consistent access to a vehicle for responsive care delivery at any care delivery location.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Initial Hiring Salary Range: $108,083 - $123,400 plus additional on-call pay (consideration of experience) Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits.
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca . Open until filled
Quote “ NP-HPCS1023 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
WellFort is seeking a Nurse (RN or RPN) to join our team!
Nurse - Supervised Consumption Site (2 positions)
Part-time 0.5 FTE – 2 Year Contract
Please note that the hours of operation of the site are 12pm – 8pm, seven days a week, including holidays. Candidates will need to be available to work during these times. This is an in-person position , remote work options are not available.
WellFort Community Health Services is a non-profit, values-based organization based in Peel. We provide a wide variety of comprehensive care including primary care, dental, mental health, and chronic disease management with a focus on illness prevention, health promotion and community development. We work with residents and other agencies to increase community capacity. WellFort is committed to providing inclusive, accessible, and sustainable programs and services to a diversely rich community.
WellFort CHS is excited to work in partnership as the Clinical Service provider alongside Moyo Health and Community Services who will be the operator of the new Supervised Consumption Site. Working in collaboration as a unified team, this role will be accountable to WellFort Community Health Services while also operationally following broad strategies agreed to within an integrated model of care. With a dynamic team of other clinical team members from WellFort and team members from Moyo HCS including outreach and peer workers, this innovative model will bring significant community and clinical expertise to best meet the needs of our community.
As part of the comprehensive range of harm reduction programs offered by Moyo HCS, the Peel Urgent Public Health Needs Site (UPHNS) is a low threshold, health care service where people can use pre-obtained drugs in a hygienic environment under the supervision of trained staff and receive basic health care, harm reduction teaching and counselling as well as referrals to internal and external health and social services, also known as a Supervised Consumption Site. The Peel UPHNS is targeted to open before the end of 2023.
We are seeking a Nurse (RN or RPN) to join our team. The Nurse will work within a harm reduction framework to provide assessment and treatment functions for Peel UPHNS clients and work with the broader team in providing administrative and evaluation support for the program.
What you will do:
Perform clinical tasks by completing intake and assessments as necessary e.g. health histories, psychosocial, functional and family status, and physical assessments such as wound assessments, both in order to establish a plan of care within nursing scope of practice and to connect service users to additional services
Responds to medical emergencies in accordance with scope of practice
Dispenses medication to service users as per medical directives and as delegated by health Centre physicians and nurse practitioners
Develops rapport with service users and maintains therapeutic relationships within professional boundaries
Supports service users to safely administer their own drugs, who may present with a variety of acute and chronic illnesses/diseases
Assesses, responds to and manages overdose events; provides overdose prevention education
Initiates emergency response, if necessary, as per established protocols
Provides harm reduction materials and information to service users and ensures safe disposal of used equipment in accordance with established protocols
Seeks out opportunities to provide supportive counseling, education and referrals to services within and outside of Peel UPHNS
Assesses service user knowledge of drug consumption processes and works with service user to achieve the best possible health outcomes for each service user
Monitors and ensures appropriate flow of service users through the services and service areas • Supports a welcoming, non-judgmental and safe space
De-escalates conflict with or among participants, according to established protocols
Actively participates in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion and education and support programs that are relevant and meaningful to the community served by WellFort, at off-site locations, and in collaboration with community partners.
Advocates for and with clients to reduce barriers to accessing health care and other services in the health centre and the broader community.
Maintain clear, accurate, and timely written electronic documentation including EMR, requisitions, reports, encounters, and other information as required by the health centre, MOH, CNO and other regulatory bodies
Be an active member and contributes on a number of interdisciplinary team/committees.
Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.
What you will need:
Diploma or degree in nursing from a recognized community college or university
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and in good standing.
3 – 5 years in a community setting or combination of community, hospital or public health settings; experience in primary care or street/outreach nursing an asset
Significant frontline nursing harm reduction experience; values aligned with a harm reduction approach to service delivery
Proven experience with overdose response and training in/experience with oxygen and Naloxone administration
Physical ability to provide support in an overdose situation
Experience working with people who use drugs, as service users and as co-workers
Experience in emergency response
Experience in program development, implementation monitoring and evaluation an asset
Demonstrated ability to de-escalate conflict
Confidence in asserting and maintaining strong boundaries
Knowledge of community services and resources; strong advocacy skills
Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing tradition health care institutions such as poverty, discrimination, mental health and substance use issues.
An understanding of and critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Provide care delivery at any of the office sites as program needs dictate.
Consistent access to a vehicle for responsive care delivery at any care delivery location.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Initial Hiring Salary Range: RN $32.54 - $38.40 per hour and RPN $23.39-27.53 per hour (consideration of experience). Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits.
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca Open until filled
Quote “ Nurse0.5-SCS1023 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
Nov 01, 2023
Part time
WellFort is seeking a Nurse (RN or RPN) to join our team!
Nurse - Supervised Consumption Site (2 positions)
Part-time 0.5 FTE – 2 Year Contract
Please note that the hours of operation of the site are 12pm – 8pm, seven days a week, including holidays. Candidates will need to be available to work during these times. This is an in-person position , remote work options are not available.
WellFort Community Health Services is a non-profit, values-based organization based in Peel. We provide a wide variety of comprehensive care including primary care, dental, mental health, and chronic disease management with a focus on illness prevention, health promotion and community development. We work with residents and other agencies to increase community capacity. WellFort is committed to providing inclusive, accessible, and sustainable programs and services to a diversely rich community.
WellFort CHS is excited to work in partnership as the Clinical Service provider alongside Moyo Health and Community Services who will be the operator of the new Supervised Consumption Site. Working in collaboration as a unified team, this role will be accountable to WellFort Community Health Services while also operationally following broad strategies agreed to within an integrated model of care. With a dynamic team of other clinical team members from WellFort and team members from Moyo HCS including outreach and peer workers, this innovative model will bring significant community and clinical expertise to best meet the needs of our community.
As part of the comprehensive range of harm reduction programs offered by Moyo HCS, the Peel Urgent Public Health Needs Site (UPHNS) is a low threshold, health care service where people can use pre-obtained drugs in a hygienic environment under the supervision of trained staff and receive basic health care, harm reduction teaching and counselling as well as referrals to internal and external health and social services, also known as a Supervised Consumption Site. The Peel UPHNS is targeted to open before the end of 2023.
We are seeking a Nurse (RN or RPN) to join our team. The Nurse will work within a harm reduction framework to provide assessment and treatment functions for Peel UPHNS clients and work with the broader team in providing administrative and evaluation support for the program.
What you will do:
Perform clinical tasks by completing intake and assessments as necessary e.g. health histories, psychosocial, functional and family status, and physical assessments such as wound assessments, both in order to establish a plan of care within nursing scope of practice and to connect service users to additional services
Responds to medical emergencies in accordance with scope of practice
Dispenses medication to service users as per medical directives and as delegated by health Centre physicians and nurse practitioners
Develops rapport with service users and maintains therapeutic relationships within professional boundaries
Supports service users to safely administer their own drugs, who may present with a variety of acute and chronic illnesses/diseases
Assesses, responds to and manages overdose events; provides overdose prevention education
Initiates emergency response, if necessary, as per established protocols
Provides harm reduction materials and information to service users and ensures safe disposal of used equipment in accordance with established protocols
Seeks out opportunities to provide supportive counseling, education and referrals to services within and outside of Peel UPHNS
Assesses service user knowledge of drug consumption processes and works with service user to achieve the best possible health outcomes for each service user
Monitors and ensures appropriate flow of service users through the services and service areas • Supports a welcoming, non-judgmental and safe space
De-escalates conflict with or among participants, according to established protocols
Actively participates in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion and education and support programs that are relevant and meaningful to the community served by WellFort, at off-site locations, and in collaboration with community partners.
Advocates for and with clients to reduce barriers to accessing health care and other services in the health centre and the broader community.
Maintain clear, accurate, and timely written electronic documentation including EMR, requisitions, reports, encounters, and other information as required by the health centre, MOH, CNO and other regulatory bodies
Be an active member and contributes on a number of interdisciplinary team/committees.
Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.
What you will need:
Diploma or degree in nursing from a recognized community college or university
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and in good standing.
3 – 5 years in a community setting or combination of community, hospital or public health settings; experience in primary care or street/outreach nursing an asset
Significant frontline nursing harm reduction experience; values aligned with a harm reduction approach to service delivery
Proven experience with overdose response and training in/experience with oxygen and Naloxone administration
Physical ability to provide support in an overdose situation
Experience working with people who use drugs, as service users and as co-workers
Experience in emergency response
Experience in program development, implementation monitoring and evaluation an asset
Demonstrated ability to de-escalate conflict
Confidence in asserting and maintaining strong boundaries
Knowledge of community services and resources; strong advocacy skills
Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing tradition health care institutions such as poverty, discrimination, mental health and substance use issues.
An understanding of and critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Provide care delivery at any of the office sites as program needs dictate.
Consistent access to a vehicle for responsive care delivery at any care delivery location.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Initial Hiring Salary Range: RN $32.54 - $38.40 per hour and RPN $23.39-27.53 per hour (consideration of experience). Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits.
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca Open until filled
Quote “ Nurse0.5-SCS1023 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
WellFort is seeking a Nurse (RN or RPN) to join our team!
Nurse - Supervised Consumption Site
Full-time 1.0 FTE – 2 Year Contract
Please note that the hours of operation of the site are 12pm – 8pm, seven days a week, including holidays. Candidates will need to be available to work during these times. This is an in-person position , remote work options are not available.
WellFort Community Health Services is a non-profit, values-based organization based in Peel. We provide a wide variety of comprehensive care including primary care, dental, mental health, and chronic disease management with a focus on illness prevention, health promotion and community development. We work with residents and other agencies to increase community capacity. WellFort is committed to providing inclusive, accessible, and sustainable programs and services to a diversely rich community.
WellFort CHS is excited to work in partnership as the Clinical Service provider alongside Moyo Health and Community Services who will be the operator of the new Supervised Consumption Site. Working in collaboration as a unified team, this role will be accountable to WellFort Community Health Services while also operationally following broad strategies agreed to within an integrated model of care. With a dynamic team of other clinical team members from WellFort and team members from Moyo HCS including outreach and peer workers, this innovative model will bring significant community and clinical expertise to best meet the needs of our community.
As part of the comprehensive range of harm reduction programs offered by Moyo HCS, the Peel Urgent Public Health Needs Site (UPHNS) is a low threshold, health care service where people can use pre-obtained drugs in a hygienic environment under the supervision of trained staff and receive basic health care, harm reduction teaching and counselling as well as referrals to internal and external health and social services, also known as a Supervised Consumption Site. The Peel UPHNS is targeted to open before the end of 2023.
We are seeking a Nurse (RN or RPN) to join our team. The Nurse will work within a harm reduction framework to provide assessment and treatment functions for Peel UPHNS clients and work with the broader team in providing administrative and evaluation support for the program.
What you will do:
Perform clinical tasks by completing intake and assessments as necessary e.g. health histories, psychosocial, functional and family status, and physical assessments such as wound assessments, both in order to establish a plan of care within nursing scope of practice and to connect service users to additional services
Responds to medical emergencies in accordance with scope of practice
Dispenses medication to service users as per medical directives and as delegated by health Centre physicians and nurse practitioners
Develops rapport with service users and maintains therapeutic relationships within professional boundaries
Supports service users to safely administer their own drugs, who may present with a variety of acute and chronic illnesses/diseases
Assesses, responds to and manages overdose events; provides overdose prevention education
Initiates emergency response, if necessary, as per established protocols
Provides harm reduction materials and information to service users and ensures safe disposal of used equipment in accordance with established protocols
Seeks out opportunities to provide supportive counseling, education and referrals to services within and outside of Peel UPHNS
Assesses service user knowledge of drug consumption processes and works with service user to achieve the best possible health outcomes for each service user
Monitors and ensures appropriate flow of service users through the services and service areas • Supports a welcoming, non-judgmental and safe space
De-escalates conflict with or among participants, according to established protocols
Actively participates in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion and education and support programs that are relevant and meaningful to the community served by WellFort, at off-site locations, and in collaboration with community partners.
Advocates for and with clients to reduce barriers to accessing health care and other services in the health centre and the broader community.
Maintain clear, accurate, and timely written electronic documentation including EMR, requisitions, reports, encounters, and other information as required by the health centre, MOH, CNO and other regulatory bodies
Be an active member and contributes on a number of interdisciplinary team/committees.
Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.
What you will need:
Diploma or degree in nursing from a recognized community college or university
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and in good standing.
3 – 5 years in a community setting or combination of community, hospital or public health settings; experience in primary care or street/outreach nursing an asset
Significant frontline nursing harm reduction experience; values aligned with a harm reduction approach to service delivery
Proven experience with overdose response and training in/experience with oxygen and Naloxone administration
Physical ability to provide support in an overdose situation
Experience working with people who use drugs, as service users and as co-workers
Experience in emergency response
Experience in program development, implementation monitoring and evaluation an asset
Demonstrated ability to de-escalate conflict
Confidence in asserting and maintaining strong boundaries
Knowledge of community services and resources; strong advocacy skills
Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing tradition health care institutions such as poverty, discrimination, mental health and substance use issues.
An understanding of and critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Provide care delivery at any of the office sites as program needs dictate.
Consistent access to a vehicle for responsive care delivery at any care delivery location.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Initial Hiring Salary Range: RN $32.54 - $38.40 per hour and RPN $23.39-27.53 per hour (consideration of experience). Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits.
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca Open until filled
Quote “ Nurse1.0-SCS1023 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
Nov 01, 2023
Full time
WellFort is seeking a Nurse (RN or RPN) to join our team!
Nurse - Supervised Consumption Site
Full-time 1.0 FTE – 2 Year Contract
Please note that the hours of operation of the site are 12pm – 8pm, seven days a week, including holidays. Candidates will need to be available to work during these times. This is an in-person position , remote work options are not available.
WellFort Community Health Services is a non-profit, values-based organization based in Peel. We provide a wide variety of comprehensive care including primary care, dental, mental health, and chronic disease management with a focus on illness prevention, health promotion and community development. We work with residents and other agencies to increase community capacity. WellFort is committed to providing inclusive, accessible, and sustainable programs and services to a diversely rich community.
WellFort CHS is excited to work in partnership as the Clinical Service provider alongside Moyo Health and Community Services who will be the operator of the new Supervised Consumption Site. Working in collaboration as a unified team, this role will be accountable to WellFort Community Health Services while also operationally following broad strategies agreed to within an integrated model of care. With a dynamic team of other clinical team members from WellFort and team members from Moyo HCS including outreach and peer workers, this innovative model will bring significant community and clinical expertise to best meet the needs of our community.
As part of the comprehensive range of harm reduction programs offered by Moyo HCS, the Peel Urgent Public Health Needs Site (UPHNS) is a low threshold, health care service where people can use pre-obtained drugs in a hygienic environment under the supervision of trained staff and receive basic health care, harm reduction teaching and counselling as well as referrals to internal and external health and social services, also known as a Supervised Consumption Site. The Peel UPHNS is targeted to open before the end of 2023.
We are seeking a Nurse (RN or RPN) to join our team. The Nurse will work within a harm reduction framework to provide assessment and treatment functions for Peel UPHNS clients and work with the broader team in providing administrative and evaluation support for the program.
What you will do:
Perform clinical tasks by completing intake and assessments as necessary e.g. health histories, psychosocial, functional and family status, and physical assessments such as wound assessments, both in order to establish a plan of care within nursing scope of practice and to connect service users to additional services
Responds to medical emergencies in accordance with scope of practice
Dispenses medication to service users as per medical directives and as delegated by health Centre physicians and nurse practitioners
Develops rapport with service users and maintains therapeutic relationships within professional boundaries
Supports service users to safely administer their own drugs, who may present with a variety of acute and chronic illnesses/diseases
Assesses, responds to and manages overdose events; provides overdose prevention education
Initiates emergency response, if necessary, as per established protocols
Provides harm reduction materials and information to service users and ensures safe disposal of used equipment in accordance with established protocols
Seeks out opportunities to provide supportive counseling, education and referrals to services within and outside of Peel UPHNS
Assesses service user knowledge of drug consumption processes and works with service user to achieve the best possible health outcomes for each service user
Monitors and ensures appropriate flow of service users through the services and service areas • Supports a welcoming, non-judgmental and safe space
De-escalates conflict with or among participants, according to established protocols
Actively participates in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion and education and support programs that are relevant and meaningful to the community served by WellFort, at off-site locations, and in collaboration with community partners.
Advocates for and with clients to reduce barriers to accessing health care and other services in the health centre and the broader community.
Maintain clear, accurate, and timely written electronic documentation including EMR, requisitions, reports, encounters, and other information as required by the health centre, MOH, CNO and other regulatory bodies
Be an active member and contributes on a number of interdisciplinary team/committees.
Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.
What you will need:
Diploma or degree in nursing from a recognized community college or university
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and in good standing.
3 – 5 years in a community setting or combination of community, hospital or public health settings; experience in primary care or street/outreach nursing an asset
Significant frontline nursing harm reduction experience; values aligned with a harm reduction approach to service delivery
Proven experience with overdose response and training in/experience with oxygen and Naloxone administration
Physical ability to provide support in an overdose situation
Experience working with people who use drugs, as service users and as co-workers
Experience in emergency response
Experience in program development, implementation monitoring and evaluation an asset
Demonstrated ability to de-escalate conflict
Confidence in asserting and maintaining strong boundaries
Knowledge of community services and resources; strong advocacy skills
Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing tradition health care institutions such as poverty, discrimination, mental health and substance use issues.
An understanding of and critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Provide care delivery at any of the office sites as program needs dictate.
Consistent access to a vehicle for responsive care delivery at any care delivery location.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Initial Hiring Salary Range: RN $32.54 - $38.40 per hour and RPN $23.39-27.53 per hour (consideration of experience). Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits.
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca Open until filled
Quote “ Nurse1.0-SCS1023 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
WellFort is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our team!
Nurse Practitioner - Supervised Consumption Site
Part-time 0.6 FTE – 2 Year Contract
Please note that the hours of operation of the site are 12pm – 8pm, seven days a week, including holidays. Candidates will need to be available to work during these times. This is an in-person position , remote work options are not available.
WellFort Community Health Services is a non-profit, values-based organization based in Peel. We provide a wide variety of comprehensive care including primary care, dental, mental health, and chronic disease management with a focus on illness prevention, health promotion and community development. We work with residents and other agencies to increase community capacity. WellFort is committed to providing inclusive, accessible, and sustainable programs and services to a diversely rich community.
WellFort CHS is excited to work in partnership as the Clinical Service provider alongside Moyo Health and Community Services who will be the operator of the new Supervised Consumption Site. Working in collaboration as a unified team, this role will be accountable to WellFort Community Health Services while also operationally following broad strategies agreed to within an integrated model of care. With a dynamic team of other clinical team members from WellFort and team members from Moyo HCS including outreach and peer workers, this innovative model will bring significant community and clinical expertise to best meet the needs of our community.
As part of the comprehensive range of harm reduction programs offered by Moyo HCS, the Peel Urgent Public Health Needs Site (UPHNS) is a low threshold, health care service where people can use pre-obtained drugs in a hygienic environment under the supervision of trained staff and receive basic health care, harm reduction teaching and counselling as well as referrals to internal and external health and social services, also known as a Supervised Consumption Site. The Peel UPHNS is targeted to open before the end of 2023.
We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team. The NP will work within a harm reduction framework to provide assessment and treatment functions for Peel UPHNS clients and work with the broader team in providing administrative and evaluation support for the program.
What you will do:
Access/facilitate access to episodic primary care services with goal of establishing a trusting and therapeutic relationship, and optimizing connection with physical, mental, and social health supports; ongoing assessment of clients for readiness to transition to full-time primary care providers, as appropriate
Perform assessments, diagnoses, treatments, health education/counselling for issues relating to substance use, sexual health, infectious disease, etc., according to the College of Nurses of Ontario and Nurse Practitioners Association of Ontario standards of practice and evidence-based practices
Assess for, prescribe and monitor appropriate therapeutics for substance use disorder (including polysubstance use disorder)
Promote harm reduction including distribution of related safer use supplies/naloxone; education and training
Contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of medical protocols and directives, as warranted
Function as a subject matter expert and resource to primary care team members and agency staff in the area; raising awareness and competency with treatments/supports for substance use disorder and other issues faced by people experiencing homelessness
Document care provided to clients in accordance with CNO standards in electronic medical record
Other areas of focus will include Therapeutic Management, Health Promotion and Education, Advocacy and Community Development, Administration, evidenced based practice including documentation and program reporting, Professional Development and Contribution to team and centre activities
Provide care delivery at any of the office sites as program needs dictate.
Other duties as assigned.
What you will need:
RN (EC) license to practice from College of Nurses of Ontario – no restrictions
Experienced Nurse Practitioner with preference to those with experience in primary health care or in a community/outreach setting; working from a strengths-based, harm reduction and trauma-informed approach
Certification from a recognized program in safe prescribing practices for addictive medications and management of substance use disorders in primary care
Current membership with RNAO or NPAO and evidence of liability insurance required
A minimum five years of nursing experience in a variety of primary care settings one of which must be community health.
Experience and/or openness to working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing traditional health care institutions for reasons as such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, substance use issues, and others
Demonstrated ability to de-escalate conflict an asset
Confidence in asserting and maintaining strong boundaries
A capacity for critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multi task in a fast paced environment.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Consistent access to a vehicle for responsive care delivery at any care delivery location.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Initial Hiring Salary Range: $55.42 - $63.82 (consideration of experience)
Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits.
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca . Open until filled
Quote “ NP0.6-SCS1023 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
Oct 30, 2023
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WellFort is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our team!
Nurse Practitioner - Supervised Consumption Site
Part-time 0.6 FTE – 2 Year Contract
Please note that the hours of operation of the site are 12pm – 8pm, seven days a week, including holidays. Candidates will need to be available to work during these times. This is an in-person position , remote work options are not available.
WellFort Community Health Services is a non-profit, values-based organization based in Peel. We provide a wide variety of comprehensive care including primary care, dental, mental health, and chronic disease management with a focus on illness prevention, health promotion and community development. We work with residents and other agencies to increase community capacity. WellFort is committed to providing inclusive, accessible, and sustainable programs and services to a diversely rich community.
WellFort CHS is excited to work in partnership as the Clinical Service provider alongside Moyo Health and Community Services who will be the operator of the new Supervised Consumption Site. Working in collaboration as a unified team, this role will be accountable to WellFort Community Health Services while also operationally following broad strategies agreed to within an integrated model of care. With a dynamic team of other clinical team members from WellFort and team members from Moyo HCS including outreach and peer workers, this innovative model will bring significant community and clinical expertise to best meet the needs of our community.
As part of the comprehensive range of harm reduction programs offered by Moyo HCS, the Peel Urgent Public Health Needs Site (UPHNS) is a low threshold, health care service where people can use pre-obtained drugs in a hygienic environment under the supervision of trained staff and receive basic health care, harm reduction teaching and counselling as well as referrals to internal and external health and social services, also known as a Supervised Consumption Site. The Peel UPHNS is targeted to open before the end of 2023.
We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team. The NP will work within a harm reduction framework to provide assessment and treatment functions for Peel UPHNS clients and work with the broader team in providing administrative and evaluation support for the program.
What you will do:
Access/facilitate access to episodic primary care services with goal of establishing a trusting and therapeutic relationship, and optimizing connection with physical, mental, and social health supports; ongoing assessment of clients for readiness to transition to full-time primary care providers, as appropriate
Perform assessments, diagnoses, treatments, health education/counselling for issues relating to substance use, sexual health, infectious disease, etc., according to the College of Nurses of Ontario and Nurse Practitioners Association of Ontario standards of practice and evidence-based practices
Assess for, prescribe and monitor appropriate therapeutics for substance use disorder (including polysubstance use disorder)
Promote harm reduction including distribution of related safer use supplies/naloxone; education and training
Contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of medical protocols and directives, as warranted
Function as a subject matter expert and resource to primary care team members and agency staff in the area; raising awareness and competency with treatments/supports for substance use disorder and other issues faced by people experiencing homelessness
Document care provided to clients in accordance with CNO standards in electronic medical record
Other areas of focus will include Therapeutic Management, Health Promotion and Education, Advocacy and Community Development, Administration, evidenced based practice including documentation and program reporting, Professional Development and Contribution to team and centre activities
Provide care delivery at any of the office sites as program needs dictate.
Other duties as assigned.
What you will need:
RN (EC) license to practice from College of Nurses of Ontario – no restrictions
Experienced Nurse Practitioner with preference to those with experience in primary health care or in a community/outreach setting; working from a strengths-based, harm reduction and trauma-informed approach
Certification from a recognized program in safe prescribing practices for addictive medications and management of substance use disorders in primary care
Current membership with RNAO or NPAO and evidence of liability insurance required
A minimum five years of nursing experience in a variety of primary care settings one of which must be community health.
Experience and/or openness to working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing traditional health care institutions for reasons as such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, substance use issues, and others
Demonstrated ability to de-escalate conflict an asset
Confidence in asserting and maintaining strong boundaries
A capacity for critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multi task in a fast paced environment.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Consistent access to a vehicle for responsive care delivery at any care delivery location.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Initial Hiring Salary Range: $55.42 - $63.82 (consideration of experience)
Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits.
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca . Open until filled
Quote “ NP0.6-SCS1023 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
