Regular Part-Time Registered Nurse, Mental Health and Addictions

Opening date: January 18, 2021

Exceptional Care–Exceptional People

By choosing to work at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS), you are joining an organization with more than 130 years of making a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve throughout our communities. We value Care, Accountability, Respect and Equity, and we are working together to build a healthier community!

At BCHS, we are focused on delivering safe, high quality care and customer service every day. It is our exceptional people who make that happen – our people are the reason BCHS is such an awesome place to work! We recognize and reward our teams, support continuing education and provide ongoing opportunities for meaningful growth and development.

This is a great time to consider joining BCHS – come be part of our story!

Job Perks for Regular Full-Time Employees at BCHS:

• Competitive Wages within a health care environment
• Group health and dental benefits
• Group life and accidental death & dismemberment benefits
• Short term and long term disability insurance
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan – HOOPP
• Centralized Education Fund
• Wellness and recognition programs

Position Summary

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, Mental Health and Addiction Services, the successful applicant will be responsible for comprehensive nursing care in the Mental Health and Addiction Service Program and must meet the following criteria:

Qualifications:

• Current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current B.C.L.S. Certificate
• Non-violent crisis intervention certificate required
• CBT & Interpersonal Theory training preferred
• Current experience in Mental Health Nursing

Competencies:

• Clinical competence and commitment to quality patient care
• Excellent communication or interpersonal skills
• Excellent conflict resolution skills
• Working knowledge of the Trans theoretical Model
• Ability to provide integrated service to individuals with Concurrent Disorders
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to work in a Primary Care with Affiliates Model of Care
• Excellent patient assessment skills
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education 
• Demonstrated commitment to quality patient care and experience in patient education
• Excellent attendance record 
• Excellent organizational skills
• Reliable individual with excellent attendance record and able to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays

Primary responsibilities also include:

Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.

To submit your application, please forward your cover letter and resume to humanresources@bchsys.org

 The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is an equal opportunity employer. The BCHS is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. In order to ensure equal opportunities during the recruitment and selection process, the BCHS provides accommodation for applican