Registered Nurse - Black Health and Social Services (BHSS) Hub

Registered Nurse - Black Health and Social Services (BHSS) Hub

We are continuing our recruitment for the Black Health and Social Services Hub

Canadian Mental Health Association Peel Dufferin (CMHA Peel Dufferin) is partnering with LAMP Community Health Centre (LAMP CHC) and Roots Community Services Inc (RootsCS) to design, develop and implement an integrated health and social services hub with and for the Black, African and Caribbean (BAC) communities in Peel Region.

The hub will provide primary health, mental health, addictions and social services programs that will holistically address the physical, mental, social and cultural needs of BAC communities, and seek to eliminate disparities and inequities.

To achieve our goals,





we are recruiting people who are passionate about delivering culturally relevant, responsive and affirming care that will inspire individuals to improve their wellbeing.

Why join CMHA Peel Dufferin?

Support your community. Advance your career. Fulfill your purpose.

Joining the Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin Branch means you’ll be part of something meaningful. For starters, we’re honored to have received the Canadian Non-Profit Employer of Choice Award for our efforts to help people live better. Providing support and services to those who live with mental illness and addictions, we’re committed to increasing awareness and addressing the stigma surrounding mental health. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to create a diverse organization that represents the communities we serve – and the people we help.

What We Offer

As a community-based agency, we’re dedicated to the mental, physical, and social health of everyone – including our team members.





That’s why we’re proud to offer a total rewards package that helps our team members balance their professional and home life. You’ll also be empowered to keep learning new skills and reaching your goals – from developing a career growth plan to participating in training sessions.

In addition to competitive benefits like Employee Family Assistance Plan and optional extended health and dental benefits, we offer our team members some unique perks that really stand out:

- 4 weeks accrued vacation (to start)
- Up to 18 paid personal days accrued per year, plus 2 flexible days each year
- HOOPP Pension Plan
- Ongoing professional development plus $250 annual funding for continuing education and certifications
- $250 annual allowance to invest in achieving your personal wellness goals
- Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel






- Participation in organizational pay for performance incentive program

We are looking for a Registered Nurse to join our team!

The Registered Nurse will report to the Program Manager, BHSS Multidisciplinary Team and will provide clients with a comprehensive care plan supporting both mental health and health needs, using a stepped care approach**. This support will improve client self-defined quality of life, reduce symptoms of mental health issues, improve health outcomes, maintain support systems, and allow bridging to other services. This position will work closely with other professionals through the provision of expertise regarding client medical needs and linkages between mental health and primary health care.







**Stepped Care approach is a system of delivering and monitoring mental health and addictions treatment so that the most effective, yet least resource-intensive treatment, is delivered first, only “stepping up” to intensive/ specialist services as required and depending on the level of client distress or need.

We value the diverse experiences of Black, African and Caribbean candidates. We also recognize the importance of allyship and the critical role allies play in affecting change; we encourage these candidates to also apply.

Status: Permanent full-time, 37.5 hours per week, evening hours and weekend may be required

Base Salary: $71,933.58 - $84,937.87 annually (Candidate qualifications will be considered when determining the starting salary)

Location: This position is based out of Brampton. Although we operate with a flexible workplace policy,





staff are required to have office and/or community presence as per program and client needs.

Deadline to apply: Open until filled

What you will do

- Provide comprehensive nursing assessment and plan nursing care requirements including monitoring vitals, completing medication reviews, monitoring results of treatment, health and psychosocial education, developing crisis plans and discharge planning
- Coordinate, schedule and administer medical assessments of client physical health, making appropriate referrals to community physicians for further assessment and treatment, and coordinate psychiatric treatment
- Manage a caseload including regular re-assessments, updating risk levels and caseload reviews






- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to build a client care plan and provide short-term or intensive case management as needed
- Refer and link clients to community resources and groups that support recovery goals
- Contact primary care at regular intervals to report clients’ care plan and discharge summary
- Participate in regular staff meetings and care planning to provide nursing expertise for client care within multi-disciplinary team
- Facilitate groups as part of CMHA PD’s multidisciplinary team, including the creation of new groups and act as a back-up facilitator
- Support organizational nursing needs as required (e.g., annual flu clinic, mobile health clinic)
- Update all appropriate documentation within 24 hours of client contact, as required by CMHA PD policy and procedure






- Participate in the Nursing Community of Practice and other agency and community committees and workgroups as requested by manager.

What you need to join our team

- Bachelor of Nursing (BScN) and current registration as a Registered Nurse with College of Nurses of Ontario
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in the mental health and addictions sectors. Community / Primary Health Care experience is an asset
- The following experience / training is an asset with an expectation to attend training as they become available:
- Canadian Nursing Association specialty certification (community nursing, psychiatric and mental health)
- Medication Reviews / Best Possible Med history
- Medication Reconciliation
- Physical Health Assessment
- Virtual Care
- Interprofessional Multidisciplinary Teams
- Crisis Intervention Skills
- Concurrent Disorders







- Being knowledgeable in a variety of evidence-informed treatment modalities including anti-Black racism, anti-oppression and other culturally sensitive approaches to intervention.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and ability to effectively work with Black, African and Caribbean communities.
- Demonstrated experience working within a multidisciplinary team and evidence of an understanding of the importance of partnerships and collaboration.
- Strong understanding of the current and historical health inequities experienced by Black, African and Caribbean communities.
- Demonstrated and practical understanding of anti-Black racism and intersectionality, and various barriers which affect diverse identities
- Intersectional understanding of current social realities and barriers experienced by BAC communities, from an anti-oppressive, anti-racist, feminist, self-aware and trauma-informed approach to practice is mandatory.
- Knowledge of local cultural programs and services to refer individuals and families from Black, African and Caribbean communities within the service catchment area.

- Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to approach, listen, build trust, and communicate across diverse cultures and intersectionality. Willingness to continually improve understanding around cultural competence.

- Openness to operate from an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, 2SLGBTQ+ affirming and intersectional framework.
- Willingness to learn and apply practical understanding of different elements of diversity, such as gender identity/expression, race/cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, disability, immigration and precarious status, family status, etc.

- Fluency in a second language, including ASL (American Sign Language) is considered an asset.

- Valid Canadian driver’s license and access to an insured automobile in good
- A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening (Police Check) report.

At the Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin Branch, we provide a wide array of community services, resources, and care for people with mental illness. In your role, you’ll not only assist people who are struggling, you’ll help them return to good health and reintegrate into the community. In everything we do, we work together to make the world a better place – one person at a time.

Apply Now and EMPOWER your career!

CMHA Peel Dufferin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to diversity and inclusiveness at our workplace and recognize the unique contribution every individual makes to the community.

We acknowledge that removing and reducing existing barriers and preventing new barriers is required in providing opportunities that foster independence, inclusion, and dignity for people of all ages, genders, cultures, and abilities. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Aboriginal, Indigenous, Metis and Inuit peoples, racialized groups/persons of colour, people with varying abilities, members of visible minority groups, LGBTQ2S+, those who identify as women, and other equity-seeking groups.

CMHA Peel Dufferin is committed to pay equity and right to equal treatment without discrimination in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code in all aspects of the workplace environment and employment relationship.

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection processes, and work environments. When contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the HR Department of any accommodations needed in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. We request that you provide your accommodation request as soon as reasonably practicable. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. We thank all those who apply, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. We retain all applications submitted for one (1) year after the closing date of the posting for consideration in future career opportunities.

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