Job Description

About the Role

Secure Treatment Unit

The Secure Treatment Unit provide specialized evidence-based assessment and treatment, including using the Risk Needs Responsivity Model of rehabilitation. The programs include, Assessment and Stabilization Unit, Sexual Behaviours Unit, Trauma Disorders Unit, and Aggressive Behaviour Modulation Unit. All units include a range of psychosocial rehabilitation modules that address individual mental health and criminogenic needs. Treatment focuses on mental health recovery and targeting criminogenic needs to facilitate successful community reintegration and reduce recidivism (reoffending).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care consistent with College Standards supportive and with patient treatment/rehabilitation goals for people with mental illness who come into conflict with the law
• Develop and implement, in conjunction with interdisciplinary treatment team, creative treatment plans responsive to individual needs
• Identify and coordinate provision of services and resources, in collaboration with affiliate and community partners, advocating to safeguard the person in care’s entitlements and rights
• Lead and guide other nursing staff in daily work assignments, ensuring work is completed to standards
• Provide patient care for the assigned case load
• Manage and direct the care of patients in crisis situations
• Recognize and intervene around emergent health problems
• Provide a safe, therapeutic environment including acute nursing care, crisis management and stabilization
• Prepare and administer medication as per policy and procedure
• Provide direct assistance with symptom management (includes preparation and administering of medications, individual clinical relationship, etc.).
• Supports the delivery of staff education in collaboration with Professional Practice including clinical, operational and administrative (policies and procedures) priorities as required
• Assists in the STU orientation process for all new hires, students, physicians, etc.
• Assist in championing and implementing priority program and group evaluation projects (ie. Resident Satisfaction Surveys, Group Evaluation Forms)
• Collaborate with Program Nurses & EE Nurses in ensuring the delivery of psycho-educational and other nursing groups (including GP’s medical parade) as required
• Support nursing staff during admissions, ensuring completion and verification of nursing assessments
• Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) data input
• Assist with the coordination of unit beds/occupancy in preparation for admissions
• Attend meetings & committees (ex. Clinical Advisory Committee, Clinical Evaluation Team meetings, Program Planning, etc.) as required
• Apply the Mental Health Act and all other legislation related to the practice of psychiatric nursing
• Work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of The Royal.
• Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Anti-Racism, Discrimination and Harassment Free Workplace policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Up to 3 months Nursing Experience
• Knowledge of mental health/addiction issues
• Clear understanding of MHA and relevant legislation
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in psychiatric nursing practice as articulated in the Canadian Standards of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Practice.
• Knowledge of mental health/addiction issues with specific knowledge about physical/medical compilations related to mental health and addictions
• Able to meet the standards of nursing practice of the College of Nurses
• CPR certification within the last 12 months (BCLS at a minimum)
• Evidence of continuing professional education
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Problem solving, leadership and management skills in responding to complex and rapidly changing situations
• Sensitivity, skills and experience working with diverse individuals and communities

Preferred

• Certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing
• Recognized leadership skills with the ability to build the inter-disciplinary team approach to delivery interventions
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team

Language Requirements

English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset

Benefits

At The Royal, we are committed to supporting your health, well-being, and financial security at every stage of your career through a comprehensive total rewards package that may include:

• HOOPP, one of Canada's leading defined benefit pension plans, helping you build long-term financial security with a predictable lifetime retirement income and valuable employer contributions.
• Competitive health and dental benefits through Medavie Blue Cross (MBC), supporting you and your family's health and wellness needs;
• Life insurance and disability coverage through Manulife, including short-term and long-term disability benefits where applicable, providing added peace of mind;
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) through Telus Health, offering confidential counselling, wellness resources, and support services for you and your eligible family members (excluded casual staff).

Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to helping you thrive personally and professionally—today, tomorrow, and throughout your career at The Royal.