Geriatric Psychiatry - G2
Parkwood Institute Mental Health Care - London, ON

Temporary Full Time

Salary Range: $41.15 - $58.98 /hour

This is a temporary full time position that is anticipated to extend until October 12, 2027, and is subject to the availability of work.

The Geriatric Psychiatry Program has adopted the Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Model as its overarching philosophical framework. This philosophy is built on a set of principles and values that emphasize client and family involvement in decision making, client choice, the provision of a range of services to meet treatment, rehabilitation and support needs, it also includes a commitment from mental health services professionals to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients based on their stated preferences, wishes, desires and life plans.

The Geriatric Psychiatry Program serves patients with severe and persistent mental illness with responsive behaviours and co-morbid medical conditions. H2 (Behavioural Health Unit) provides consultation, assessment and treatment for persons with moderate to advanced dementia with responsive behaviours. G2 (Geriatric Mental Health Unit) provides consultation, assessment and treatment for persons with severe and persistent mental illness.

It is understood that the hours of work reflect the current scheduling arrangements and are subject to change as determined by the Employer.

Essential Qualifications

Current certificate of competence 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

Ability and commitment to act as a supervisor under OHSA

Knowledge and application of psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery framework

Demonstrate experience in establishing positive interpersonal relationships and able to work as a collaborative team member





Demonstrated ability to apply and document the nursing process

Ability to develop therapeutic relationships with this patient population and their families

Demonstrated leadership in the initiation, coordination of, and participation in team/family conferences and clinical activities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Solid working knowledge of mental health legislation

Ability to apply effective body mechanics and meet the physical demands of the position which includes heavy lifting, bending, standing, walking, pushing, pulling

Proficiency and experience in Pharmacology and medication administration

Experience, knowledge and well-developed assessment and evaluation skills, of the special needs of the geriatric patient with severe and persistent mental illness with responsive behaviours and co-morbid medical conditions

Demonstrated attention to ensuring a safe work environment for self, patients and others

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in French would be an asset

Experience in mental health and or Geriatrics

Certified/or in the process of completing courses toward the Canadian Psychiatry and Mental Health Certification

GPA and understanding of the PIECES framework

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

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📌 Registered Nurse, Geriatric Psychiatry (Ontario)
🏢 St. Joseph's Health Care London
📍 Ontario