REGISTERED NURSE

Job summary

Provide on-site and community-based nursing care to women and gender-diverse people accessing YWCA housing programs, including assessments, testing, treatment support, referrals, and coordinated care planning. Develop and deliver accessible health education, support harm reduction and recovery goals, maintain confidential records, and collaborate with clients, staff, and community partners to promote safety and well-being.

Job details

Number of Vacancies: 1 Type of Contract: Contract Hours of Work: 30 Hours/Week Compensation: $41.18 - $42.85/Hour Job Code: 16-MRE-2026 Contract Start Date: TBD Contract End Date: March 31st, 2027 Department: Health and Wellbeing Location: Hamilton, ON About Us Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton’s original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are committed to providing meaningful and accessible services that create opportunities to amplify voices and co-create gender-inclusive and equitable communities. YWORK FOR US? Grounded in our core values of intersectional feminism, people-centered approaches, belonging, shared responsibility and strong partnerships, our work is guided by the belief that lasting change can be created together. YWCA Hamilton envisions an equitable world where women (cis and trans), girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people have the rights and resources to shape their own lives and lead their communities. Join us in taking bold action that leads to life-changing impacts in our community. AS A YWCA HAMILTON EMPLOYEE YOU GET On-the-job training and professional development opportunities Childcare discounts Opportunities to get involved in our community A competitive total rewards package that may include extended health benefits and paid sick time (eligibility criteria applies) If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, gender diverse people and families every day, we would love for you to join our team! Responsibilities The philosophy of this program is to work collaboratively in client-directed ways to reduce substance use related harms and enhance well-being for women and gender-diverse people who use substances. The Registered Nurse will provide on-site nursing care to women and gender-diverse people accessing the Housing Programs through YWCA Hamilton. In addition to nursing duties as required, this role seeks to promote health equity through providing community-based education to clients and staff of the YWCA Hamilton Housing Department. The ideal candidate will understand the gendered impacts and consequences of substance use and view a continuum of care for women and gender diverse people who use drugs, as inclusive of harm reduction and recovery orientated approaches. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Work collaboratively to build internal processes for client intake, assessment and data collection relating to health care services; Provide on-site nursing care including, wound care, STI testing, regular bloodwork, HIV related care, syphilis-related care, pregnancy testing and general nursing care required within scope of practice; Facilitate referrals and connections to other health care providers as needed – including supporting and triaging people to ambulatory and hospital care; Work collaboratively with shelter staff, advocates, and clients, to develop care plans for clients with complex health needs being supported across YWCA housing programs; Develop a curriculum of health care education focused on gendered health and substance use to develop flexible, low-barrier workshops across YWCA Hamilton housing programs; Work collaboratively with staff and leadership from across the YWCA Hamilton to identify substance use related risks, develop wrap-around care plans and enhance safety for women and gender diverse people who use drugs; Support women and gender-diverse people in making and mobilizing plans towards recovery, including accessing withdrawal management services, residential treatment services, culturally relevant recovery supports; Provide referrals and develop into programs, supports and services that enhance wellness and recovery; Keeps records on day-to-day happenings, enter client information/daily events into an electronic data information system for reports and statistics; Apply knowledge of trauma and the dynamics of gender-based violence to develop and implement effective support strategies including safety plans; Works within general rules, procedures and standards, referring issues or problems to supervisor; Ability to work with interpreters; Maintains high level of confidentiality when working with sensitive and personal client, information; Represents the YWCA Hamilton and always maintains outstanding public relations skills and a professional image in the community; Nurtures and forms meaningful internal and external working relationships and partnerships; Works safely, reports all workplace hazards and follows all YWCA Hamilton Health and Safety policies and procedures; Participate and provide mandatory organizational and departmental trainings and meetings. Stays current on emerging trends, leading practices and legislation; Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values; Perform other duties as required. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works 30 hours per week; Work schedule includes days, evenings, nights and weekends as required; Work environment may be unpredictable, and crisis oriented at times; regularly works in emotional charged situations requiring resolution; Often works in high conflict situations requiring resolution and safety planning for clients and staff; Required to work off site and meet program participants where they are at in the community (including shelters, encampments, other services or organizations, etc.). Qualifications Completion of a baccalaureate nursing degree (BScN or BN) from an approved university or college program or equivalent; Registered Nurse. (Registration with appropriate college or regulating body (recognized under the Health Professions Act); 1 to 3 years’ experience working in the areas of substance use and with populations who face barriers to health care; Working knowledge of harm reduction frameworks, the child welfare system, safety planning relating to gender-based violence and mental health and trauma-informed care perspectives; Familiar working with Hamilton resources and system navigation; Ability to work from a non-judgmental perspective, respecting the right to self-determination, autonomy and personal agency of all program participants is required; The ability to work collaboratively with other sector partners including liaise with program stakeholders for program development and collaborate to provide onsite support, consultation and coordinated case management; Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or willingness to obtain at own cost; Naloxone training, NCI/CPI, ASSIST certificates an asset; Must be able to lead and work from a feminist, anti-racist / anti-oppressive perspective for operations and strategic planning; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Police check or willingness to obtain at own cost; Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and also work effectively in a team; Bilingual English/French or other languages an asset. As part of YWCA Hamilton’s commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women, First Nations, Métis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disabilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process, if you require accommodation please reach out to jobs@ywcahamilton.org Personal information collected during the recruitment process will only be used for employment opportunities in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. Only applications from individuals eligible to work in Canada will be considered. YWCA Hamilton may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.

What you’ll do

Provide on-site and community-based nursing care to women and gender-diverse people accessing YWCA housing programs, including assessments, testing, treatment support, referrals, and coordinated care planning. Develop and deliver accessible health education, support harm reduction and recovery goals, maintain confidential records, and collaborate with clients, staff, and community partners to promote safety and well-being.

Requirements

Requires a nursing bachelor's degree and registration as a Registered Nurse, along with 1–3 years of experience in substance use services and supporting people facing barriers to health care. Candidates need knowledge of harm reduction, trauma-informed care, gender-based violence safety planning, and local service navigation, as well as current or obtainable BLS certification and a vulnerable sector police check.

Benefits

• Childcare Discounts
• Extended Health Benefits
• Paid Sick Time
• On-the-Job Training
• Professional Development Opportunities

Listed skills

• case management · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Nursing Care
• Wound Care
• STI Testing
• HIV-Related Care
• Bloodwork
• Pregnancy Testing
• Harm Reduction
• Substance Use Support
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Safety Planning
• Care Planning
• Health Education
• Case Management
• Referral Coordination
• Crisis Resolution
• Confidential Recordkeeping

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services

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