Advanced Practice Leader: Crisis Mental Health Care

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Clinical Leader to support clinical teams in the management of acute psychiatric illnesses and substance use disorders. The role requires a Master's Degree in Nursing, extensive experience in mental health, and excellent leadership skills. The position promotes teamwork and interprofessional collaboration to enhance patient care and involves supporting clinical practices and quality improvement initiatives at both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in mental health and addiction treatment.
• Understanding of complex psychiatric and physical health needs.
• Experience in leading change in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Support point-of-care staff in implementing best practices.
• Lead development of group programming for patients.
• Participate in quality improvement projects focusing on patient safety.

Skills

Professional practice leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Teaching skills

Bilingualism (French/English)

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

CNA certification in psychiatric/mental health

Eligibility for cross-appointment at the University of Toronto

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Clinical Leader to support clinical teams in the management of acute psychiatric illnesses and substance use disorders. The role requires a Master's Degree in Nursing, extensive experience in mental health, and excellent leadership skills. The position promotes teamwork and interprofessional collaboration to enhance patient care and involves supporting clinical practices and quality improvement initiatives at both inpatient and outpatient settings.