Job Description
CCC-3 is an exciting inpatient service within the Crisis and Critical Care (CCC) program at CAMH and is seeking a full time, temporary (6 Months) Registered Nurse to join the team. CCC-3 is a 25 bed unit that provides support to adult clients experiencing an acute phase of a mental and/or addictions disorder. As a member of the inter‑professional team, you will provide holistic client‑centered psychiatric nursing care. You will be able to work with clients from diverse populations; contribute to program development; participate in reflective practice sessions; facilitate group programming on the unit; provide mentorship and supervision to students and participate in the research activities for the program. Successful candidates are well supported by unit leadership team, the Advance Practice Clinical Leader and Manager, during their orientation. Unit orientation focuses on developing and refining the knowledge and skills needed to work safely and effectively on an acute general psychiatric unit and psychiatric intensive care unit. Staff are expected to practice safely and in accordance with the Practice Standards outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario. CCC-3 is a great place to practice, learn and grow.
CCC-3 is an exciting inpatient service within the Crisis and Critical Care (CCC) program at CAMH and is seeking a full‑time, temporary (6 Months) Registered Nurse to join the team. CCC-3 is a 25 bed unit that provides support to adult clients experiencing an acute phase of a mental and/or addictions disorder. As a member of the inter‑professional team, you will provide holistic client‑centered psychiatric nursing care. You will be able to work with clients from diverse populations; contribute to program development; participate in reflective practice sessions; facilitate group programming on the unit; provide mentorship and supervision to students and participate in the research activities for the program. Successful candidates are well supported by unit leadership team, the Advance Practice Clinical Leader and Manager, during their orientation.
Unit orientation focuses on developing and refining the knowledge and skills needed to work safely and effectively on an acute general psychiatric unit and psychiatric intensive care unit. Staff are expected to practice safely and in accordance with the Practice Standards outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario. CCC-3 is a great place to practice, learn and grow.
Responsibilities
Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients, families and the interdisciplinary team
Demonstrate competency in monitoring, assessment, treatment and documentation for:
Mental health and substance-related disorders
Trauma-responsive behaviours
Mental status and physical health assessments
Client response to pharmaceutical interventions
Demonstrate motivation to develop knowledge and skills of trauma-informed care, culturally competent care, crisis intervention, mental health and addiction diagnoses and treatment modalities
Demonstrate motivation to develop group facilitation skills
This position requires 12-hour day, night and weekend rotations. This position is located at the Queen Street Site.
Qualifications
Be registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Current B.C.L.S. (CPR) certificate is required
Preference will be given to candidates who possess a CNA certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing
Psychiatric nursing experience with individuals with mental illness and/or addictions is an asset
Effective leadership, decision‑making, organizational and problem‑solving skills are required
Computer literacy is required
Bilingualism (French/English)
and/or proficiency in a second language is an asset.
This part‑time, permanent position is a 0.5 commitment, which may be subject to change as per the Collective Agreement. Additional hours may be available based on operational needs. This position is part of the ONA Bargaining Unit.
Salary Range: $41.15 – $58.98 per hour
CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.
CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.
CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.
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Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionise education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system - a world where Mental Health is Health.
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📌 Registered Nurse - Crisis and Critical Care 3 (Ontario)
🏢 CAMH
📍 Ontario