Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (SADV) Team Lead (Full-time Permanent)

Lake of the Woods District Hospital; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare facility in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to join the Emergency department. The successful candidate will provide acute and follow-up care to survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, while also leading education efforts for team members. This role necessitates strong communication, critical thinking abilities, and relevant certifications. Competitive salary, great benefits, and relocation support available.

Benefits

3 weeks paid vacation

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment

Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage

Extended health benefits

Relocation support

Access to staff wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Certification in BCLS and demonstrated ongoing competence through annual re-certification.
• Demonstrated nursing experience and advanced competencies in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute, nonacute, and follow-up care to support survivors.
• Educate team members on protocols for acute and nonacute care.
• Collect and report statistics on service trends.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to handle stress

Education

Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Certification in BCLS

Certification in IV Therapy

Tools

Knowledge of First Nations culture

Job description

Competition Number	2025-ONA-036
Job Type	Full-time Permanent
Hours	1.00 FTE
Classification	RN
Department	Emergency
Salary	$39.07 to $56.00 per hour As per ONA Collective Agreement, plus additional compensation per Article 19.04 (b), the employee shall be paid a premium of four dollars ($4.00) per hour in addition to their regular salary and applicable premium allowance.
Closing Date	Thursday, July 31, 2025

Description

Reporting to the manager of Emergency, you will be responsible for providing acute, nonacute, and follow-up care to support adults and children who are survivors of sexual assault and/or domestic violence (intimate partner violence), and human trafficking. As an expert in SADV, you will be required to educate other members of the team on policies, protocols, and procedures required for acute and nonacute care, follow-up care, evidence collection, storage, counselling, and coordination of support services. As a part of the healthcare team, you will practice within the standard of the College of Nurses of Ontario and policies and procedures of Lake of the Woods District Hospital.

As the team lead, you will work collaboratively with the manager of the program under the direction of the Ontario Network of SADVTCs to collect and report statistics, monitor service trends, address gaps/needs within the program, and collaborate and support regional healthcare providers.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Live the Lake Life. Lead with Purpose.

Based in Kenora, this is more than a job, it’s a chance to be part of a close-knit, mission-driven team in one of Canada’s most scenic lakefront communities. With a strong sense of purpose and the beauty of nature all around you, you’ll find balance, connection, and fulfillment both on and off the clock.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental/orthodontic services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

• Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current Certification in BCLS and demonstrated ongoing competence through annual re-certification
• Certification in CPI within the past 2 years or willingness to obtain
• Certification in elder abuse training or willingness to obtain
• Certification in IV Therapy with demonstrated ongoing competence
• Completion of training through the Ontario Network in Trauma Informed Care or willingness to complete
• Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE-A) certification or willingness to obtain
• Advanced pediatric Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE-P) certification or willingness to obtain
• Demonstrated nursing experience and advanced competencies in an acute care setting
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to function in a stressful environment with effective self-care/coping skills
• Ability to meet physical and mental requirements of the position
• Demonstrated knowledge of First Nations culture and completion of Indigenous Cultural Safety Training, or willingness to obtain
• Valid Class G drivers license, access to a personal vehicle, and ability to travel
• Reliable attendance record

Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/ We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position. Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications. LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393