Registered Practical Nurse (Specialized Outreach Services)
Top Benefits
About the role
Posting Closes: August 27, 2025 at 5:00pm
About Us:
The Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington (CMHA WW) provides a full care system for those with addictions, mental health or developmental needs. We serve everyone from children to adults to seniors, all under one roof. Our programs help individuals and families to lead lives filled with meaning and promise. We have 400 staff at offices in Cambridge, Waterloo, Kitchener, Guelph, Fergus, and Mount Forest.
We are fully accredited by Accreditation Canada and our proud of our Exemplary Status (the highest standing) received at our most recent accreditation exercise (2024).
Why Join our Team:
Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Our compensation package includes a competitive salary and generous benefits supporting the wellness of our staff. We are proud to be members of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) offering one of Canada’s largest and most respected defined benefit plans.
Career Development Opportunities: Our wide range of services and supports allows for varied opportunities for career growth. Our multi-disciplinary approach to care offers cross collaboration and enhanced opportunities for learning. A formal succession planning process is key to our internal leadership recruitment.
Values that include: Mutual Respect, Accountability, Integrity and Excellence and Innovation and a culture that is welcoming and inclusive.
Commitment to Health and Safety: We have a strong health and safety culture at CMHA WW and work tirelessly to address the health and safety needs of staff and the people we serve.
The Opportunity:
We are recruiting for a REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (Specialized Outreach Services)
- This is a regular full-time position (35 hours per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9am to 5pm and Thursday, Friday 11am to 7pm) based at 9 Wellington St. Cambridge and at 67 King St. E. Kitchener.
Within the scope of the RPN practice, the core responsibilities are to provide primary care functions, including addictions and mental health supports to people who are homeless or street involved and who experience mental health and/or addictions issues as part of an integrated mobile regional team. This position will provide psychiatric nursing care, mental health assessment, consultation and interventions services for adults on an assertive outreach basis. This position will manage a caseload and will also provide education regarding mental health, overall physical health and wellness. This role may involve travel to other agency sites to provide comprehensive nursing support to other programs/services when needed. This role will also support the Integrated Crisis Centre and the HART Hub (Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Team). This position reports to the Manager, Adult Intensive Services.
Qualifications:
- Degree/Diploma from an approved Registered Practical Nursing (RPN) Program
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and eligibility to practice as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario
- 3 to 5 years of related experience in providing community-based mental health services
- Thorough knowledge of psychiatric nursing and medications
- Well-developed assessment and intervention skills
- Good organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to social and cultural diversity
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and multi-disciplinary setting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook and various database software
- A valid driver’s license, vehicle and insurance, as travel is required
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience meet the position requirements.
CLASSIFICATION AND RATE OF PAY: Level 5 (OPSEU) - $32.74 to $39.90 per hour
CMHA WW, as an equal opportunity employer, embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.
Experience
Required
- 3 year(s): Community based mental health
Education
Required
- College Diploma or better in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications
Required
- Reg Practical Nurse
About Canadian Mental Health Association
As the most established and extensive community #mentalhealth organization in Canada, the Canadian Mental Health Association promotes mental health for all and supports the resilience and recovery of those experiencing mental illness.
CMHA envisions a Canada where mental health is a universal human right.
En tant qu'organisme communautaire du secteur de la #santémentale le plus vaste et le mieux établi au Canada, l'ACSM fait la promotion de la santé mentale pour tous et toutes et soutient la résilience et le rétablissement des personnes qui ont un trouble mental.
Notre vision est celle d'un Canada où la santé mentale est un droit universel de la personne.
Registered Practical Nurse (Specialized Outreach Services)
Top Benefits
About the role
Posting Closes: August 27, 2025 at 5:00pm
About Us:
The Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington (CMHA WW) provides a full care system for those with addictions, mental health or developmental needs. We serve everyone from children to adults to seniors, all under one roof. Our programs help individuals and families to lead lives filled with meaning and promise. We have 400 staff at offices in Cambridge, Waterloo, Kitchener, Guelph, Fergus, and Mount Forest.
We are fully accredited by Accreditation Canada and our proud of our Exemplary Status (the highest standing) received at our most recent accreditation exercise (2024).
Why Join our Team:
Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Our compensation package includes a competitive salary and generous benefits supporting the wellness of our staff. We are proud to be members of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) offering one of Canada’s largest and most respected defined benefit plans.
Career Development Opportunities: Our wide range of services and supports allows for varied opportunities for career growth. Our multi-disciplinary approach to care offers cross collaboration and enhanced opportunities for learning. A formal succession planning process is key to our internal leadership recruitment.
Values that include: Mutual Respect, Accountability, Integrity and Excellence and Innovation and a culture that is welcoming and inclusive.
Commitment to Health and Safety: We have a strong health and safety culture at CMHA WW and work tirelessly to address the health and safety needs of staff and the people we serve.
The Opportunity:
We are recruiting for a REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (Specialized Outreach Services)
- This is a regular full-time position (35 hours per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9am to 5pm and Thursday, Friday 11am to 7pm) based at 9 Wellington St. Cambridge and at 67 King St. E. Kitchener.
Within the scope of the RPN practice, the core responsibilities are to provide primary care functions, including addictions and mental health supports to people who are homeless or street involved and who experience mental health and/or addictions issues as part of an integrated mobile regional team. This position will provide psychiatric nursing care, mental health assessment, consultation and interventions services for adults on an assertive outreach basis. This position will manage a caseload and will also provide education regarding mental health, overall physical health and wellness. This role may involve travel to other agency sites to provide comprehensive nursing support to other programs/services when needed. This role will also support the Integrated Crisis Centre and the HART Hub (Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Team). This position reports to the Manager, Adult Intensive Services.
Qualifications:
- Degree/Diploma from an approved Registered Practical Nursing (RPN) Program
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and eligibility to practice as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario
- 3 to 5 years of related experience in providing community-based mental health services
- Thorough knowledge of psychiatric nursing and medications
- Well-developed assessment and intervention skills
- Good organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to social and cultural diversity
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and multi-disciplinary setting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook and various database software
- A valid driver’s license, vehicle and insurance, as travel is required
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience meet the position requirements.
CLASSIFICATION AND RATE OF PAY: Level 5 (OPSEU) - $32.74 to $39.90 per hour
CMHA WW, as an equal opportunity employer, embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.
Experience
Required
- 3 year(s): Community based mental health
Education
Required
- College Diploma or better in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications
Required
- Reg Practical Nurse
About Canadian Mental Health Association
As the most established and extensive community #mentalhealth organization in Canada, the Canadian Mental Health Association promotes mental health for all and supports the resilience and recovery of those experiencing mental illness.
CMHA envisions a Canada where mental health is a universal human right.
En tant qu'organisme communautaire du secteur de la #santémentale le plus vaste et le mieux établi au Canada, l'ACSM fait la promotion de la santé mentale pour tous et toutes et soutient la résilience et le rétablissement des personnes qui ont un trouble mental.
Notre vision est celle d'un Canada où la santé mentale est un droit universel de la personne.