Mental Health Nurse (Casual/Irregular On-Call)

Provide compassionate mental health care in an unconventional setting We are seeking caring and compassionate Mental Health Nurses to join our health care team at the South West Detention Centre. Mental Health Nurses who work in corrections practice a wide range of nursing skills in an unconventional setting. They play an important part of the rehabilitation process by helping patients in custody achieve independence and self-care. This helps increase the chance of a patient leaving custody successfully re-entering the community. If you are a conscientious Mental Health Nurse with a dedicated commitment to patient-centered mental health care and the wellbeing of others, don't miss this rewarding opportunity! About the job As a Mental Health Nurse with the South West Detention Centre, you will work collaboratively as a member of the inter-professional health care team and apply your specialized knowledge. You can expect the typical day to include activities such as: • Conducting mental health assessments for the purposes of triage and on-going care • Monitoring treatment plans and response to health care interventions • Communicating with community care providers to obtain mental health histories and facilitate transitional care • Coordinating care with other members of the health care team, such as primary care, psychiatry, social work and psychology • Sharing your expertise and contributing to mental health program development • Applying your knowledge of crisis prevention and intervention • Practising in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario Practice Standards, Ministry expectations, and the security requirements of the institution What you bring to the team Mandatory requirements You are currently a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario. The successful candidate will be required to be registered for a mental health nurse certification program upon job offer and complete certification requirements within a specified period. The ministry will accept the following certification or proof of enrolment: • Canadian Nurses Association – Current Psychiatric and Mental Health Certification • Centre for Addiction and Mental Health - Concurrent Disorders Certification • Accredited Colleges in Canada – Mental Health Certification Specialized Mental Health Knowledge and Experience You have knowledge of: • mental illness, mental health nursing theory, community mental health resources, evidence-based practices and current treatment options acquired through enrolment in or completion of a post-diploma/post-degree certificate program in mental health, and supplemented by continuing education in mental health/psychiatry • mental health evidence-based practices and current treatment options and experience completing comprehensive mental health assessments You can interpret and apply relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act, Regulated Health Professions Act, Health Care Consent Act, and Personal Health Information Protection Act Clinical Assessment, Critical Reasoning and Analytical Skills You can: • collect, interpret and evaluate health information for mental health assessments and treatment and care plans • evaluate responses to planned interventions, and modify interventions in collaboration with the inter-professional team • respond to emergency situations and implement appropriate interventions Communication and Interpersonal Skills You can: • present information clearly and concisely • adapt your communication style for diverse populations • work collaboratively with others • encourage patient participation in their plan of care • document care and progress through progress notes, care plans, and summaries • support patients in achieving identified treatment goals Hours of Work The hours of work for the irregularly-scheduled, casual positions are 0-40 hours per week. You are expected to work rotating shifts in a health care unit that provides 7 days per week service, up to 24 hours a day. Additional information Address: 1 English Temporary - Irregular On-Call, duration up to 6 months, 4819 8th Concession Rd, RR3, Maidstone, West Region, Vulnerable Sector Check, Credit History Check, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union Understanding the job ad - definitions Schedule: 4-7 Category: Health and Social Services Posted on: Monday, August 31, 2026 Note: About security checks: A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities. If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in. Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential. T-CL-247550/26(4) How to apply: You must apply online. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours. All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Remember: The deadline to apply is Tuesday, September 15, 2026 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation is available under the Ontario's Human Rights Code .

Provide compassionate mental health care and rehabilitation support to patients within a correctional facility. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, monitoring treatment plans, and collaborating with an inter-professional healthcare team.

Must be a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and obtain a mental health nurse certification. Requires specialized knowledge of mental illness, evidence-based practices, and relevant healthcare legislation.

• crisis interventionPreferred

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• Mental Health Assessment
• Crisis Prevention
• Crisis Intervention
• Triage
• Treatment Planning
• Clinical Assessment
• Critical Reasoning
• Inter-professional Collaboration
• Patient-Centered Care
• Case Documentation
• Legislative Interpretation
• Transitional Care Coordination

• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services
• Security & Safety

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 30, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Not Applicable