Nurse Case Manager

Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto Branch; Toronto; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP and life insurance

Disability programs

Work-life balance

Job summary

CMHA Toronto is seeking a Nurse Case Manager (RN) for Primary Care, full-time, permanent, to deliver comprehensive, person-centred care across two locations: 700 Lawrence Ave West and Flemingdon Health Centre. You will coordinate primary and mental health services, support chronic disease management, and improve access to care in an equity-informed setting.

The role focuses on care coordination, health system navigation, harm reduction, and recovery-oriented practices within an interprofessional

Qualifications

• Degree in nursing and registration with Ontario College of Nurses; primary care training is an asset
• Minimum 2+ years of nursing experience, preferably in primary care
• Strong background in chronic disease management, health promotion, and preventive care

Responsibilities

• Conduct holistic health assessments addressing physical, mental health, and psychosocial needs
• Provide nursing interventions including health education, chronic disease management, medication support, and treatment monitoring
• Coordinate care across primary care, mental health, hospitals, and community services
• Develop and monitor individualized care plans in collaboration with clients and the interprofessional team
• Advocate to reduce barriers and support continuity of care
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation per policies and laws

Skills

Holistic health assessments

Care coordination

Interprofessional teamwork

Nursing knowledge (primary care)

Chronic disease management

Health education

Education

Nursing degree

Registration with Ontario College of Nurses

Primary care training (asset)

Job description

Salary Range: $63,879.00 To $69,994.00 Annually

Nurse Case Manager (RN) – Primary Care ( Full Time – Permanent )

The Role and Opportunity The Nurse Case Manager – Primary Care delivers comprehensive, person-centred primary health care within an integrated primary care and mental health setting. This role works across two service locations: CMHA Toronto at 700 Lawrence Ave West and Flemingdon Health Centre. The role focuses on addressing complex, multi-faceted health needs, including chronic disease, preventive care, mental health and substance use concerns, and the impacts of social inequities on health and access to care. As part of an interprofessional team, the Nurse Case Manager provides and coordinates primary care services, supporting physical health, early intervention, disease prevention, and ongoing management of complex and chronic conditions. The role emphasizes continuity of care, care coordination, health system navigation, and reducing barriers related to the social determinants of health to improve access and outcomes. Practice is grounded in primary health care principles, including recovery-oriented practice, harm reduction, and culturally responsive care for diverse populations.

Hours of Work: 35 per week

Location : 700 Lawrence Ave West and Flemingdon Health Centre

About CMHA Toronto

CMHA Toronto is the city’s leading community mental health agency. We provide accessible, quality care for Toronto residents through programs, research and advocacy that create belonging and hope. At CMHA Toronto, we take a client-first, recovery-oriented approach to supporting people and their families when they experience mental health challenges or live with mental illness. By integrating health and social care, we provide services that aid in long-term wellness including housing, employment, community connections and so much more. Our goal? Help everyone thrive in the community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct holistic health assessments addressing physical, mental health, and psychosocial needs
• Provide nursing interventions including health education, chronic disease management, medication support, and treatment monitoring
• Support clients with co ‑ occurring mental health, substance use, and physical health conditions
• Monitor changes in client health status and collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and the care team to adjust care plans
• Coordinate care across primary care, mental health, hospitals, and community services
• Develop and monitor individualized care plans in collaboration with clients and the interprofessional team
• Facilitate referrals and link clients to housing, income supports, social services, and specialized care
• Advocate to reduce barriers and support continuity of care
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, case managers, peer workers, and other team members
• Participate in case conferences, care planning, program development, and quality improvement activities
• Build therapeutic, trauma ‑ informed , recovery ‑ oriented relationships
• Support client self ‑ management , goal ‑ setting , and informed decision ‑ making using harm reduction and culturally safe approaches
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with policies and legislative requirements
• Contribute to program outcomes tracking, evaluation, and continuity of care
• Assess and respond to changes in clinical status, including crisis intervention and appropriate referrals

Experience & Education Required

Education

Degree in nursing and Registration with Ontario College of Nurses, certification in primary care training is an asset

Related Experience:

• Minimum 2+ years of nursing experience, preferably in primary care, community health, or ambulatory settings
• Experience conducting intake assessments, health histories, triage, and ongoing care
• Strong background in chronic disease management, health promotion, and preventive care
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within interprofessional teams
• Experience providing consultative and educational support to healthcare and community partners

Skills Required

• Clinical knowledge of physical and mental health conditions in primary care or community settings
• Ability to conduct holistic assessments and use screening tools to inform care planning
• Knowledge of physical and psychotropic medications, including monitoring and adherence support
• Skilled in recovery ‑ oriented , trauma ‑ informed , and client ‑ centred practice
• Strong collaboration and referral ‑ coordination skills within interprofessional and community systems

Why Choose CMHA Toronto?

If you care about mental illness and mental health and you have the right skills, then CMHA Toronto may be the place for you. We have a positive and fair workplace culture, where staff are provided with opportunities for learning and advancement.

Our benefits include:

• Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a predictable, secure monthly income upon retirement
• Short-term and Long-term Disability programs and life insurance to protect your income upon illness or injury
• Work-life balance and flexibility – to ensure you have time for the things that matter to you
• Annual Professional Development Funding for career learning and advancement
• Work with like-minded, passionate individuals and make an impact on mental health service delivery
• Build genuine and authentic connections, with colleagues and clients, with the goal of making a difference

CMHA Toronto is an award-winning workplace committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, empathy, and accountability. Our staff value the flexibility in work schedules, the emphasis on work-life balance, and the organization's commitment to continuous learning through training and development opportunities. Many employees highlight the strong sense of community and support that make CMHA Toronto feel like more than just a workplace—it feels like a community.

As an equity-informed employer, CMHA Toronto reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from equity-deserving candidates, including Black, Indigenous, and racialized individuals, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and women. We recognize and honour the intersectionality of equity-based identities. Personal experience with mental health challenges, whether firsthand or through a loved one, is considered an asset. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please inform us before the interview if you require an accommodation.

To be eligible for this role candidates will be required to adhere to our COVID-19 policy and provide proof of vaccination.

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process.

This posting is for a new vacancy.

CMHA Toronto thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.