Licensed Practical Nurse

Do you have a passion for working with individuals who are going through significant substance use and/or mental health issues? Do you want to work with a multidisciplinary team that offers support... Show more Full-time +1 Do you have experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental health and substance use disorders? Are you interested in being part of a wraparound clinic supporting a multidisci... Show more Do you have a passion for working with individuals who are going through significant substance use and/or mental health issues? Do you want to work with a multidisciplinary team that offers support services in evidence-based Assertive Community Treatment? If so, this position may be for you Who Are We

Since , The Alex has been a community-based, not-for-profit organization providing integrated primary health care, community support services, and housing-focused programs to individuals and families who experience barriers to accessing traditional health, housing, and social service systems. Services are grounded in principles of health equity, low-barrier access, trauma-informed practice, cultural safety, harm reduction, and person-centered care. Pathways to Housing (Pathways or P2H)

operates as an evidence based Assertive Community Treatment team, adhering to the ACT Fidelity framework and guided by recovery and recovery-oriented supportive housing principles. Through team-based outreach, onsite programming, and access to subsidized housing, the program provides integrated primary care, psychiatric care, mental health services, and social support to participants who have been chronically unhoused and are living with psychotic illness. Reporting to the Clinical Team Lead, the Registered Nurse (RN) is a key member of the Pathways ACT Team. The RN is responsible for providing medical interventions to support program participants to achieve health and housing stability while reintegrating into the community. Some of the interventions provided by the RN include assessment, treatment, education, referral, urgent response, and triage for program participants. Furthermore, the RN contributes to a wide range of needs and is responsive to ACT Team duties. This is a

permanent, part-time position . What You Will Do

Program Philosophy

Offer culturally sensitive services, where indicated. Uphold the principles of ACT Model, Harm Reduction, Housing First and Trauma Informed Care. Understand the Residential Tenancy Act, Mental Health Act and Community Treatment Orders. Understand and follow program policies and procedures. Administrative

Complete monthly evidence-based assessment tools with program participants and required data entry. Create, implement and update participant-centered service plan goals, safety planning, housing support plans. Complete administrative tasks, workflow processes, and task tracking to ensure the timely and effective completion of nursing responsibilities. Complete required documentation with excellence, in accordance with agency policy and procedures, and respective of professional college requirements. Participant Care

Provide single-staff, assertive outreach services to individuals with significant mental health and addiction concerns (predominantly Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective and Bipolar Disorder). Support program participants who experience acute, severe and persistent mental health and substance use disorders. Provide provision of nursing care in collaboration with the Housing First Medical Clinic. Perform assessments, offer health education, engage in illness prevention, and connect participants to health resources. Perform laboratory procedures and prepare specimens for transfer according to policies and procedures. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of crisis management and the impact of trauma on mental health and addiction issues. Identify risk factors that could lead to eviction and work alongside program participants to reduce the likelihood of eviction, including supporting with regular unit inspections. Accompany and/or provide transportation support to clients, sometimes in personal vehicle, to external appointments and assist with activities of daily living as required. Advocate for the rights of program participants. Aid participants with systems navigation, including justice, financial, and health care system(s). Assist participants with obtaining and maintaining income support. Assist program participants with rent payment and rental arrear payment plans as needed. Understand and support participants with medication assistance as required. Demonstrate strong crisis support and de-escalation skills. Facilitate staff naloxone training. Team

Demonstrate exceptional written and oral communication skills, including active listening skills. Actively participate in daily team meeting, medical meetings and case planning meetings. Demonstrate initiative and an ability to work as