Nurse Practitioner, Hubs

CMHA Thames Valley Addiction & Mental Health Services; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Ontario is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to deliver integrated mental health and addiction care. This role involves providing comprehensive patient care, collaborating with healthcare teams, and making a significant community impact. Join a supportive environment focused on trauma-informed care and recovery-oriented practices. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to serving marginalized populations.

Benefits

9% in lieu of benefits

Immediate eligibility for Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Qualifications

• Registration with College of Nurses of Ontario as RN (Extended Class).
• Completion of Prescribing Narcotics and Controlled Substances course.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Providing integrated mental health and addiction-based medicine and primary care.
• Collaborating with inter-professional teams for comprehensive care.
• Maintaining required licenses and upholding professional standards.

Skills

Communication

Decision-Making

Teamwork

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

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Nurse Practitioner - (OPSEU)

Full-Time, Contract (Ending: March 31, 2028)

• Application Deadline: May 20, 2025

Nurse Practitioner - (OPSEU)

Full-Time, Contract (Ending: March 31, 2028)

London, ON (London Zone)

• Application Deadline: May 20, 2025

The London HART Hub is a low barrier recovery-oriented space supporting individuals experiencing homelessness with mental health and addiction needs. It provides access to evidence-informed, respectful, trauma-informed, culturally appropriate, and compassionate care, connecting clients with a continuum of services including transitional supportive housing, healthcare, and mental health and addiction services.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) in the Hubs program will deliver integrated mental health and addiction-based medicine and primary care. Responsibilities include providing direct and indirect patient care, collaborating with inter-professional teams, and supporting mental health and addiction needs, including withdrawal management.

Revitalize your career and make a community impact by joining our team!

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Starting rate: $65.69/hour (Level 1 of Nurse Practitioner Grid); with progression up to $70.87/hour based on seniority
• Work schedule: 70 hours over two weeks, Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
• Benefits: 9% in lieu of benefits
• Pension: Immediate eligibility for Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

• Providing services addressing addictions and general medical needs
• Offering non-urgent healthcare within scope, consulting with physicians for complex cases
• Coordinating with psychiatrists and team members for comprehensive care
• Maintaining required licenses, agreements, and insurance
• Upholding confidentiality, ethics, and professional standards
• Using evidence-based research to stay clinically competent
• Exhibiting strong communication, decision-making, and teamwork skills
• Performing comprehensive assessments, management, and referrals as per standards

Addiction-Specific Competencies:

• Understanding neurobiology of addiction
• Assessing and managing clients with addiction and co-morbid conditions
• Using advanced assessments and evidence-based interventions
• Providing recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care addressing social determinants
• Engaging clients in strengths-based care to promote resilience
• Educating clients and families about addiction management
• Collaborating across sectors and advocating for clients

Health Care Services for clients without a provider:

• Providing healthcare to clients 16+ meeting eligibility criteria
• Leading development of expanded medical services
• Assessing and managing addiction and co-morbid health issues
• Using advanced assessments to identify emotional, behavioral, and health states
• Implementing evidence-based interventions including medication management
• Providing recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care
• Facilitating collaborative practice and advocacy
• Identifying and acquiring new knowledge and skills

Outreach & Community Partnerships:

• Partnering with community agencies and programs
• Integrating counseling and support services
• Coordinating care with healthcare partners for community plans
• Developing programs aligned with best practices and evidence
• Promoting integration of addiction medicine and primary care
• Offering education and consultation

REQUIREMENTS:

• Police Vulnerable Sector Check (recent within 6 months)
• Registration with College of Nurses of Ontario as RN (Extended Class)
• Completion of Prescribing Narcotics and Controlled Substances course
• CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, vehicle access
• Demonstrated regular attendance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-3 years community healthcare experience
• Experience with marginalized populations, mental health, substance use, and trauma
• Knowledge of community resources and barriers
• Proficiency with various treatment strategies and computer skills
• Master’s Degree
• Suboxone online training
• Experience in addiction medicine and harm reduction
• Bilingual in both official languages of Canada

Internal applicants should apply with their official organizational email. Applications are due by May 20, 2025.