At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide community mental health nursing and crisis intervention across the Beaufort Delta Region.
- Company: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority, dedicated to community care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity to work collaboratively with diverse healthcare teams and community partners.
- Why this job: Join a vital role supporting mental health and substance use recovery in your community.
- Qualifications: Baccalaureate degree in Nursing and two years of mental health experience required.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 $ per year.
Community mental health nursing in Inuvik combines psychiatric medication support with crisis intervention across the Beaufort Delta Region.
Deliver culturally safe care in community settings.
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority seeks a Community Mental Health Nurse for residents of Inuvik and the Beaufort Delta Region.
You will provide substance use nursing, case management, assessments, referrals, and care planning.
The position works with primary care, psychiatry, acute care, the Opioid Recovery Program, and community partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide community mental health and substance use nursing services
- Manage complex mental health and substance use cases
- Conduct assessments, triage, referrals, and care planning
- Administer and monitor psychiatric medications
- Provide crisis intervention for urgent mental health situations
Requirements
- Baccalaureate degree in Psychiatric Nursing or Nursing required
- Minimum two years' mental health or psychiatry experience required
- Registration or eligibility with CANNN required
- Proof of immunization meeting public health requirements
- Willingness to obtain required certifications and training
Support recovery-oriented community care through assessments, medication support, crisis intervention, and coordinated nursing services across Beaufort Delta communities.
Community Mental Health Nurse Inuvik employer: gov
The Workers' Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being of its employees while making a significant impact on the lives of workers across the NWT and Nunavut. With a strong commitment to professional development, a generous benefits package including a Northern Living Allowance, and a workplace culture that values diversity and work-life balance, the WSCC fosters an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Join us in our mission to promote workplace health and safety, and be part of a team that truly values your contributions.
