Canadian Addiction Treatment Centers·Bala, Ontario
The Nursing Support provides physical and mental care to clients, including vitals monitoring, personal care, and housekeeping. They work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse to support daily client needs and report clinical changes.
Reference ID: GNS764
Line of Business: Inpatient, GreeneStone Centre for Recovery
Location: Bala, ON (3571 Muskoka District Road 169, Muskoka Lakes, ON P0C 1A0)
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Vacancy Status: This Posting is in Replacement for an Existing Vacancy
36 - 40 Hours Per Week
$18.50 - $21.00 Per Hour
As a multidisciplinary healthcare team - Together, we: Compassion – we meet people where they are, ready to help
Accountability – we take responsibility for outcomes
Respect – we work well with others
Excellence – we deliver exceptional experiences to everyone we encounter
Wellness: Healthcare Spending Account for you and your family along with Employee Assistant Programs through TELUS Health, discounted GoodLife fitness memberships, paid time off for vacation, wellness days for illness, and mental health, and bereavement.
Career Development: Professional Development, Lunch & Learn Sessions and access to 100+ courses within the Company’s Learning Management System.
Preparation for the Future: Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP/DPSP).
Employee Recognition: Service Recognition Program.
The Nursing Support provides care that meets the supportive, physical, and mental needs of a client. The ideal candidate will provide support to the nurse on duty, including but not limited to: able to take vitals, de-escalate situations, light housekeeping, filing, and general support to clients.
Minimum of 1-year experience as a Support Worker or similar field
Ability to demonstrate empathy and treat clients with dignity and respect
Ability to stand, bend, walk, crouch, kneel and reach freely and for extended periods of time
Ability to lift or move 25 pounds independently; ability to assist clients with standing, walking, sitting; able to reposition clients in bed
Provision of a recent and acceptable Criminal Reference Check.
Current First Aid and CPR Certification is required.
Strong commitment to working with individuals living with addiction and mental health.
Personal Support Worker Certification from an approved post-secondary educational institution OR currently enrolled in or completed a nursing program is an asset
Founded in 1995, Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres (CATC) operates three inpatient addiction treatment centres, a national network of more than 70 outpatient substance use disorder treatment clinics and specialty pharmacies in Canada.
CATC delivers services in a supportive, compassionate, and judgment-free environment. We are committed to improving the lives of individuals affected by addiction through a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach that prioritizes quality care and an exceptional patient experience.
Our outpatient clinics provide walk-in support in person or virtually to enable community-based access to accredited treatment programs. Our CARE teams provide rapid access to a team of medical professionals, pharmacy services and wrap-around supports to engage patients through stabilization and treatment plans that enable patient success in achieving care goals.
Our inpatient treatment centres provide structured, 24/7 medically supported care in a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals who require intensive stabilization and recovery support. Care is focused on building a strong foundation for long-term recovery through accredited, evidence-based programming. Our secure virtual counselling services make care more accessible through flexible, remote connections with qualified professionals.
Please visit www.canatc.ca for more information!
Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres remains an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for all applicants upon request at any stage of the selection process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Candidates must have at least one year of experience as a support worker and possess current First Aid and CPR certification. A Personal Support Worker certification or enrollment in a nursing program is considered an asset.
Market context
In Ontario, behavioral-health roles are typically driven by ongoing need in community, outpatient, and support settings serving people with mental health or substance use challenges. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for experience with diverse populations plus a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor’s in social work or a related field preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant client-facing experience and readiness to work with varied needs.
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