Clinical Registered Nurse Coordinator/
Concurrent Case Manager
CMHA Primary Health Care Clinic
Contract Position
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Hamilton Branch is seeking a Clinical Registered Nurse Coordinator/ Concurrent Case Manager to coordinate the provision of clinical care at the CMHA Primary Health Care Clinic and to provide intensive case management to individuals with a concurrent disorder.
As the Clinical Registered Nurse Coordinator, staff must demonstrate advanced knowledge, specialized skills and understand the unique aspects of individuals experiencing homelessness. The Coordinator delivers care based on the physical, psycho-social, cultural, safety and learning needs of the individual patient. The Coordinator will supervise the provision of care by other nurses within the clinic as required. In addition, the Coordinator will have the opportunity to provide education to CMHA staff, front line workers in the community, clients and their families. As the Concurrent Case Manager, staff will assess each person’s mental status, substance abuse issues, needs, and abilities to assist the individual in developing a plan and to set realistic goals.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Clinical Registered Nurse Coordinator, CMHA Primary Health Care Clinic
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge, specialized skills and understands the unique aspects of the individuals experiencing homelessness served at the CMHA Primary Health Care Clinic
- Delivers care based on the physical, psychosocial, cultural, safety and learning needs of the individual patient
- Will perform only those duties for which he/she has demonstrated competency and which are consistent with the scope of practice
- Functions within the philosophy and overall plan of care delivery at CMHA Hamilton
- Includes the additional responsibilities of directing operations with schedules, and coordination of resources
- Acts as a resource to staff, patients and families
- Provides ongoing continuing education to other professionals engaged in client care
- Provides critical review of clinical care
- Identifies opportunities for improvement in care and actively works toward that end
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Concurrent Case Manager
Provides support and intensive case management services to adults with a Concurrent Disorder by:
- Meeting with the client on a regular basis to develop a therapeutic relationship
- Developing a goal-focused case management plan including activities, expected outcomes and time frames towards achieving identified goals
- Ensuring flexibility regarding client goals and time frames to fit client needs
- Meeting with clients on a regular basis to reduce the likelihood of re-hospitalization and maximize community tenure
- Linking the client with crisis and/or emergency services as needed
- Encouraging self-referral or refer and link the client to services in the community as needed
- Liaising with the family physician, psychiatrist and other service providers to ensure continuity of care
- Advocating for the client with other professionals and services when necessary
Candidates must possess a degree in nursing, registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and current practice insurance. This position requires a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle for use in this position. Experience working with individuals who have a serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorder is required. French-speaking is an asset. Please quote competition #PHCC/CES0919.
Submit cover letter and resume to: careers@cmhahamilton.ca
Application deadline: October 18, 2019
The Canadian Mental Health Association is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.
We thank all who apply, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Therapeutic Recreationist
Full-Time One Year Contract Position
The Canadian Mental Health Association is seeking an individual for the position of Therapeutic Recreationist for their Evening Social Recreation Rehabilitation Program. This is a full-time one year contract position.
The successful candidate must possess communication skills and be outgoing. They will be responsible for the planning and implementation of social/recreation rehabilitation programs.
Qualifications include: a university degree/college diploma in recreation, social work or social service worker with experience in the mental health field and/or addictions. Related experience in Therapeutic Recreation. Experience working with other special needs populations would be a definite asset.
Candidates must be registered or eligible for registration in a professional college or association. This position requires a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle. French speaking an asset. Please quote competition ESRRP0819.
Submit cover letter and resume to: careers@cmhahamilton.ca
Deadline for applications: Tuesday, October 1, 2019
The Canadian Mental Health Association is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples and persons with disabilities.
We thank all who apply, but only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Community Mental Health Careers Website
The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has a free web resource, “Working in Mental Health,” that includes job postings and information about:
- community mental health careers;
- related College and University programs;
- profiles of persons currently working in the sector, and
- a short description of the range of community mental health supports and services.
Visit www.workinginmentalhealth.ca.