Advanced Practice Clinical Leader - Geriatric Mental Health Services

Toronto, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 24, 2026
1 position

$112,496–$168,744 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Master’s degree
Apply by: Nov 6, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Advanced Practice Clinical Leader will support point-of-care staff in best practices for older adults with complex psychiatric and neurocognitive needs. They will also lead quality improvement projects, facilitate interprofessional collaborative care, and contribute to program planning and research initiatives.

Job details

Reporting to the Clinical Director of Geriatric Mental Health, as an Advanced Practice Clinical Leader you will support point-of-care staff in the best practices in the care of older adults with major neurocognitive disorders, psychiatric illnesses and substance use disorders. RESPONSIBILITIES The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Geriatric Mental Health Program leadership team to support inpatient point-of-care teams and models of care. You will role model clinical practice in complex care situations; engage in direct care activities for complex and high-risk clients; lead development of the program’s programming; support interprofessional collaborative care, academic and research opportunities; promote the implementation and audit of documentation standards; participate in or facilitate quality improvement projects and quality reviews focusing on patient safety; and supervise students. Together with operational and other professional practice leaders, you will participate in program planning and evaluation; support integrated clinical resource in program-level and organizational level strategic planning activities for both inpatient and outpatient services. You will support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork, and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements. This position provides support to clinical teams at the Queen Street Site and outpatient settings in the community. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate will possess a Master's Degree in a regulated health discipline (nursing is strongly preferred) and will be a member of good standing in the regulatory body. In addition, at least 5 years’ experience in supporting patients with neurocognitive disorders, mental health and addiction treatment is required. Applicants must demonstrate an understanding of the complex psychiatric and physical health needs of this clinical population. Additional qualifications such as CNA certification in psychiatric/mental health, or other relevant certification is an asset. Eligibility for cross-appointment at the University of Toronto is also required. The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to provide professional practice leadership; the ability to challenge and motivate others; a commitment to enhancing academic and research endeavors; experience in leading change and the ability to provide advanced clinical care in a culturally diverse environment. Previous advanced practice/administrative/academic scholarship is an asset. The candidate will also have excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, teaching and computer skills. Bilingualism (French/English) or proficiency in a second language is considered an asset. All applicants offered and accepting employment must complete either a Broad Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon receipt of a satisfactory records check. Compensation & Benefits: * Salary is competitive and based on experience, with a hiring range of $112,495.94 – $140,619.93 per year. * Employees in this role may progress within the full pay range of $112,495.94 – $168,743.91 per year * CAMH’s Total Rewards: Includes participation in HOOPP defined benefit pension plan, extended health and dental benefits, paid vacation starting at 4 weeks, flexible work arrangements, and ongoing professional development support. This role allows professionals to apply their expertise in a mission-driven environment dedicated to public health outcomes. CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital. CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment. CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know. Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental Health is Health. To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at: www.camh.ca. To view our Land Acknowledgment, please click here.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in a regulated health discipline and possess at least 5 years of experience in neurocognitive and mental health treatment. Membership in good standing with a regulatory body and eligibility for a University of Toronto cross-appointment are required.