Top Benefits
About the role
Are you an experienced registered Mental Health and Addictions Nurse (RN/BScN), seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You are looking in the right place.
Working in conjunction with the Patient Services Manager, the Mental Health and Addictions Nurse (RN/BScN) , will be working with district school boards to advise educators, develop individual care plans in collaboration with other professionals and assist boards in developing strategies to address mental health and addiction needs. Extensive travel for this position is required between all sites of the Ontario Health atHome area. The responsibilities will include: assisting school boards in recognizing and responding to student mental health and addiction issues; providing services and support to students with mild to complex mental health and substance abuse issues; developing plans for patients with mental health and addiction needs including the transition of students back to school from hospitalization; medication management and providing support or intervention for issues such as self-harm or treatment refusal. The Mental Health and Addictions Nurse will also play a key role in helping students and/or parents’ access services such as family health and/or addictions agencies. The position will be located within the Erie St. Clair Region.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What is the organization looking for?
- Regulated health care professional holding current registration with a regulated college in Ontario; appropriate university degree or a suitable combination of education and direct experience.
- Current registration as an RN/BScN in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- 2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related field
- Sound knowledge of the Ontario health care system; the role of Care Coordinator as assessor and health planner, all relevant legislation and available local community resources
- Solid ability to use MS Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and internet research skills and computer navigation
- Ability to analyze information, problem-solve and make good decisions
- Accountable for own actions and decisions, making decisions within the scope of the position and referring issues/problems/events to the manager as required
- Solid documentation skills (clear, thorough, accurate and timely)
- Self-directed with the ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task
- Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
- Detail oriented
- Effective interpersonal and communications skills and able to adapt communication style to suit different audiences of all ages and backgrounds
- Able to lead and facilitate community education sessions
- Courteous and respectful in all interactions
- Ability to establish and maintain a wide range of contacts with professionals and organizations within the community
- Solid effective listening and facilitation skills
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- Empathy to sensitive issues
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date
- Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable motor vehicle with appropriate business class liability insurance as travel will be required within the Erie St. Clair region.
What must you have?
-
Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body:
-
College of Nurses of Ontario
-
2-3 years of experience in providing direct clinical mental health and/or addictions services Required, with children and youth preferred
-
Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources
-
Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
-
Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment
-
Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms
-
A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
-
Proficient in a Windows environment
What do we offer?
We Know Wellness Is Supported With Work-life Balance. In An Inclusive Culture Committed To Support Your Passion For Continuous Learning, Growth And Innovation, We Offer
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
What do I need to know?
Anticipated Start Date : TBD
Status: Full-Time ( Hours of work : Monday to Friday – 830am-430pm)
Site : Windsor site
Posting Expiry : August 21, 2025
Unionized Position – MHAN staff members travel and work at area schools to meet and collaborate with patients and their families to develop individual plans for service provision. Who we are
We are Ontario Health atHome, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery , and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Ontario Health atHome
We are here to help. Ontario Health atHome coordinates in-home and community-based care for thousands of patients across the province every day. We assess patient care needs, and deliver in-home and community-based services to support your health and well-being. We also provide access and referrals to other community services, and manage Ontario’s long-term care home placement process. We collaborate with primary care providers, hospitals, Ontario Health Teams and many other health system partners to support high-quality, integrated care planning and delivery. Call 310-2222 (no area code is required).
Nous sommes là pour aider. Chaque jour, Santé à domicile Ontario coordonne les soins offerts à domicile et en milieu communautaire à des milliers de patients, partout dans la province.
En effet, nous évaluons les besoins des patients en matière de soins de santé et nous leur fournissons des services à domicile et en milieu communautaire pour favoriser leur santé et leur bien‑être. Nous dirigeons également les patients vers d’autres services communautaires, et nous gérons le processus de placement en foyer de soins de longue durée de l’Ontario.
Nous collaborons avec les fournisseurs de soins primaires, les hôpitaux, les équipes Santé Ontario ainsi que de nombreux autres partenaires du système de soins de santé afin d’assurer la planification et la prestation de soins intégrés et de haute qualité.
Composez le 310-2222 (aucun indicatif régional n’est requis).
Top Benefits
About the role
Are you an experienced registered Mental Health and Addictions Nurse (RN/BScN), seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You are looking in the right place.
Working in conjunction with the Patient Services Manager, the Mental Health and Addictions Nurse (RN/BScN) , will be working with district school boards to advise educators, develop individual care plans in collaboration with other professionals and assist boards in developing strategies to address mental health and addiction needs. Extensive travel for this position is required between all sites of the Ontario Health atHome area. The responsibilities will include: assisting school boards in recognizing and responding to student mental health and addiction issues; providing services and support to students with mild to complex mental health and substance abuse issues; developing plans for patients with mental health and addiction needs including the transition of students back to school from hospitalization; medication management and providing support or intervention for issues such as self-harm or treatment refusal. The Mental Health and Addictions Nurse will also play a key role in helping students and/or parents’ access services such as family health and/or addictions agencies. The position will be located within the Erie St. Clair Region.
Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals.
As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.
What is the organization looking for?
- Regulated health care professional holding current registration with a regulated college in Ontario; appropriate university degree or a suitable combination of education and direct experience.
- Current registration as an RN/BScN in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- 2+ years of recent experience in community health or a related field
- Sound knowledge of the Ontario health care system; the role of Care Coordinator as assessor and health planner, all relevant legislation and available local community resources
- Solid ability to use MS Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and internet research skills and computer navigation
- Ability to analyze information, problem-solve and make good decisions
- Accountable for own actions and decisions, making decisions within the scope of the position and referring issues/problems/events to the manager as required
- Solid documentation skills (clear, thorough, accurate and timely)
- Self-directed with the ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task
- Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
- Detail oriented
- Effective interpersonal and communications skills and able to adapt communication style to suit different audiences of all ages and backgrounds
- Able to lead and facilitate community education sessions
- Courteous and respectful in all interactions
- Ability to establish and maintain a wide range of contacts with professionals and organizations within the community
- Solid effective listening and facilitation skills
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- Empathy to sensitive issues
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date
- Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable motor vehicle with appropriate business class liability insurance as travel will be required within the Erie St. Clair region.
What must you have?
-
Membership, in good standing, with the applicable regulatory body:
-
College of Nurses of Ontario
-
2-3 years of experience in providing direct clinical mental health and/or addictions services Required, with children and youth preferred
-
Knowledge of the health care delivery system and community resources
-
Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
-
Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment
-
Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms
-
A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
-
Proficient in a Windows environment
What do we offer?
We Know Wellness Is Supported With Work-life Balance. In An Inclusive Culture Committed To Support Your Passion For Continuous Learning, Growth And Innovation, We Offer
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
What do I need to know?
Anticipated Start Date : TBD
Status: Full-Time ( Hours of work : Monday to Friday – 830am-430pm)
Site : Windsor site
Posting Expiry : August 21, 2025
Unionized Position – MHAN staff members travel and work at area schools to meet and collaborate with patients and their families to develop individual plans for service provision. Who we are
We are Ontario Health atHome, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care.
If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery , and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.
Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment
Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Ontario Health atHome
We are here to help. Ontario Health atHome coordinates in-home and community-based care for thousands of patients across the province every day. We assess patient care needs, and deliver in-home and community-based services to support your health and well-being. We also provide access and referrals to other community services, and manage Ontario’s long-term care home placement process. We collaborate with primary care providers, hospitals, Ontario Health Teams and many other health system partners to support high-quality, integrated care planning and delivery. Call 310-2222 (no area code is required).
Nous sommes là pour aider. Chaque jour, Santé à domicile Ontario coordonne les soins offerts à domicile et en milieu communautaire à des milliers de patients, partout dans la province.
En effet, nous évaluons les besoins des patients en matière de soins de santé et nous leur fournissons des services à domicile et en milieu communautaire pour favoriser leur santé et leur bien‑être. Nous dirigeons également les patients vers d’autres services communautaires, et nous gérons le processus de placement en foyer de soins de longue durée de l’Ontario.
Nous collaborons avec les fournisseurs de soins primaires, les hôpitaux, les équipes Santé Ontario ainsi que de nombreux autres partenaires du système de soins de santé afin d’assurer la planification et la prestation de soins intégrés et de haute qualité.
Composez le 310-2222 (aucun indicatif régional n’est requis).