Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team.  At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.     

At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!

We’re looking for a Registered Nurse to work in our Mobile Crisis, Mental Health and Addictions Program. 

The Mobile Crisis Intervention Team (MCIT) Registered Nurse (RN) partners with a Toronto Police Services officer to provide secondary response to police-directed calls regarding individuals identified as emotionally disturbed persons (EDP) in distress. The MCIT is a collaborative initiative between Humber River Health and the Toronto Police Services (Divisions 12, 13, 23 and 31). This innovative program provides mobile crisis intervention within North West area of the Toronto Police Service Divisions.

Are you a compassionate RN who is focused on delivering high-quality, safe-care? If yes, we invite you to read the details below then apply.

Employment Status: Permanent Full Time

Hours of Work: 10 hour tours (11:00 hrs to 21:00hrs) with availability for weekends and statutory holidays required - subject to change as per Article B – Management Functions

Location: In the Community- will provide coverage in other Mental Health Units as required (in the event that the MCIT does not go into the community) - subject to change as per Article B – Management Functions

Employee Group: ONA

Reporting Relationship: Manager, Mental health

Hourly Rate Range: $41.15 - $58.98

Responsibilities:

• Provide prompt community based mental health crisis assessment, intervention and referral to the most appropriate hospital or community services and supports.
• De-escalates crisis situations using best practice principles and guidelines
• Liaise with hospital and community resources and supports as needed.
• Will participate in outreach and liaison with community partners, key stakeholders and identified significant others.
• Collects and compiles MCIT statistics (PSR Toolkit, MOHLTC CDS data requirements, monthly stats)
• Regularly engages in community outreach (e.g. participates in committees and networks related to MCIT, educates community about the MCIT program etc.)
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or a diploma in nursing from an accredited educational institution
• Minimum of 3-5 years recent experience in an acute mental health setting required
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a community mental health setting preferred
• Current BCLS/CPR certification required
• Current Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification, or obtained within 6 months of hire
• Completed Canadian Nursing Association Certificate in Psychiatric Nursing (or equivalent), or willingness to obtain when eligible to do so required
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Ontario Mental Health Act, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Health Care Consent Act
• Demonstrated familiarity with the Police Services Act
• Knowledge of and ability to access community resources
• Experience working with individuals with substance abuse and/or addictions is an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in clinical assessment and supportive counseling
• Demonstrated skill in working with a broad range of client groups, environments using cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Demonstrated clinical judgment, decision making, conflict resolution and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated comprehensive crisis assessment and intervention skills appropriate to a community setting
• Ability to form strong working relationships with Hospital Emergency Departments
• An awareness and Knowledge/experience in Trauma Informed Care preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of the therapeutic relationship and their application to crisis intervention
• Ability to work independently and as a member of an inter-professional team
• Demonstrated excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal, communication and leadership skills
• Proficiency in computer skills
• Increased liability insurance through the RNAO preferred
• Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
• Successful completion of a background check from Toronto Police Service (TPS) required
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.