Operational Stress Injury Clinic

Parkwood Institute Main - London, ON

Regular Part Time

Salary Range: $41.15 - $58.98 /hour The Operational Stress Injury Clinic is part of the Veterans Care Program and a larger network of clinics across Canada and is designed to provide ambulatory services to veterans, members of the Canadian Forces and the RCMP experiencing psychological difficulties as a result of their service. St. Joseph's Operational Stress Injury Clinic is responsible for service provision across a geographic region including Southwestern Ontario, the Greater Toronto area and portions of Central Ontario.

The successful candidate will work primarily in London; however, some travel to other satellite locations may be required.

You will provide quality care and work within a comprehensive interdisciplinary team. Knowledge in the areas of assessment and treatment of mental, emotional and behavioural disorders and conditions for those who are referred to the clinic as a result of traumatic stress injuries is essential. A good understanding of military culture would be beneficial.

An operational stress injury can impact the entire family; therefore, familiarity and comfort in working with spouses, children, and adolescents, as well as other family members is key.

The role necessitates effective communication and collaboration with Veterans Affairs Canada, Department of National Defense, family physicians, other community partners as well as Operational Stress Injury Support [OSISS] partners.

Essential Qualifications

- Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Valid CPR certificate
- Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills and recent experience in assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of individuals with mental health disorders including PTSD, depression and generalized anxiety disorders.




- Demonstrated experience in coordinating comprehensive client care including external care providers.
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation
- Must be capable of establishing positive interpersonal relationships with clients and to work as an effective team member
- Excellent communication skills -both verbal and written
- Demonstrated computer experience including computerized patient care system, Microsoft Office Suite and e-mail
- Excellent organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to apply effective body mechanics and to meet physical demands of the position
- Flexibility to travel between clinic sites, as needed
- Recent experience in mental health; outpatient mental health specifically

Preferred Qualifications

- Certified in, or in process of completing courses toward the certificate in Canadian Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing
- One Chart - proficiency in electronic documentation including data entry of medications & allergies
- Knowledge of psychotropic medications and symptom management
- Experience working with individuals, groups and families
- Knowledge of CBT and MI treatment interventions
- Experience with addictions and/or pain issues
- Experience in development of teaching materials for clients, family and community partners.
- Demonstrated understanding of the Canadian Military and RCMP culture

Teaching and Research

- St Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties

Immunization Requirements

- Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
- Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing

📌 Registered Nurse, Operational Stress Injury Clinic (London)
🏢 St. Joseph's Health Care London
📍 London