Job Description

We are recruiting for a NURSE PRACTITIONER, Eating Disorders Program – This is a regular part-time position (21 hours per week) based at 80 Waterloo Ave. Guelph. Working from a holistic and recovery oriented paradigm, the Nurse Practitioner provides identification and management of eating disorder complications including mental health treatment and support to clients while participating in the community based services of the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington’s Eating Disorder Program. Working collaboratively with other members of the Eating Disorders Team, the Nurse Practitioner will also assist clients in accessing primary health care in the community and serve as a connection to community physicians and inpatient programs. Assistance to more complex cases and participation in group education services and prevention initiatives of the program may also be a function of this position. This position reports to the Manager, Eating Disorders Service. The incumbent requires: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing Nurse Practitioner’s Certificate from a recognized program and registration in the Extended Class (EC) with the Ontario College of Nurses 3-5 years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner 1-2 years of recent clinical nursing experience relevant to chronic disease management, mental health care and treatment, emergency care and/or urgent care Ability to function in a full scope NP role in a collaborative and interdisciplinary primary care setting Strong health assessment and diagnosis skills Self-directed individual with strong team skills High degree of flexibility Awareness of and sensitivity to health issues particularly within populations who face barriers to accessing care (living with mental health challenges or diagnoses, current or past substance use, complex health histories including trauma, 2SLGBTQI+) Demonstrated understanding and sensitivity to social and cultural diversity Highly developed organizational, communication and problem solving skills Proficiency with MS Office, Outlook and various database software Ability to work with all levels of the organization Valid driver’s license and access to own transportation If you are interested in this position, please submit a resume and cover letter outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience meet the position requirements with reference to Competition # 2021-052 before 5pm on June 16, 2021 Include the position title in the subject line when submitting applications to: HR Generalist, Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington 80 Waterloo Ave. Guelph N1H 0A1 e-mail: recruitment@cmhaww.ca fax: (519) 821-9865 CLASSIFICATION AND RATE OF PAY: LEVEL 9 (OPSEU) $44.26 to $56.14 per hour CMHA WW, as an equal opportunity employer, embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the agency’s Accommodation Policy, accommodations will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to CMHA WW.

Requirements

NP certification

Job Application Methods

Please forward cover letter and resume to: recruitment@cmhaww.ca