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29 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
CA$10.88/hr · p10p90 · CA$125/hr
this role: CA$32.42/hrmedian CA$34.97/hr
Shaded band: the middle 50% of 129 posted behavioral health roles in Toronto, Ontario rates. This role sits in the 39th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 7% below the Toronto, Ontario median for behavioral health roles.
The Registered Practical Nurse provides client-centred psychiatric and general nursing care as part of an interprofessional team. Responsibilities include performing clinical assessments, developing care plans, and ensuring the safety and security of the care environment.
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is a member of an interprofessional clinical team and provides client-centred psychiatric and general nursing care to individuals with mental health and/or addiction issues. The RPN practices in accordance with professional nursing standards, relevant legislation, and organizational policies, while ensuring the safety, dignity, and security of the care environment. Using a collaborative nursing model, the RPN contributes to assessment, care planning, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing clinical communication.
Key Responsibilities
Client Care & Clinical Assessment
Perform ongoing clinical assessments, including mental status, physical assessments, and behavioural observations
Monitor and evaluate clients responses to pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical interventions
Identify changes in client condition and respond appropriately using clinical judgment and evidence-based interventions
Provide psychiatric and general nursing care in a safe, respectful, and dignified manner
Care Planning & Implementation
Collaborate with the primary nurse and interprofessional team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care
Support recovery-oriented, client-centred care aligned with assessed needs and priorities
Apply crisis intervention strategies and de-escalation techniques when required
Intervene effectively in situations involving disturbed or high-risk behaviour
Risk Management & Safety
Ensure the safety and security of the client care environment
Develop, implement, and monitor risk management plans as required
Ensure compliance with legal, clinical, and safety-related care directives
Apply sound knowledge of risk assessment and risk mitigation strategies
Documentation & Communication
Complete accurate, timely, and professional clinical documentation
Communicate consistently and effectively with members of the interprofessional team
Share relevant clinical observations to support continuity of care and treatment planning
Requirements
Candidates must be registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and hold current BCLS/CPR certification. Proficiency in psychiatric nursing, medication administration, and the ability to manage high-risk behaviors are required.
professional certificate
Risk management
Medication administration
Computer literacy
Crisis intervention
Clinical assessment
Care planning
Patient safety
Interprofessional collaboration
Clinical documentation
Mental status assessment
De-escalation techniques
Psychiatric nursing
Behavioral observation
Evidence-based interventions
Addiction-related care
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time, Temporary
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
CA$32 - CA$38/hr
Location
Toronto, Ontario
Posted
Sep 2, 2026
Closes
Oct 1, 2026
Application
Employer website
Interprofessional Collaboration
Work collaboratively within a diverse interprofessional team
Contribute nursing expertise to clinical discussions, care planning, and service delivery
Demonstrate effective teamwork, professionalism, and accountability
Program Development, Education & Student Support
Contribute to program development and quality improvement initiatives
Provide education, guidance, and supervision to students as required
Support learning and professional development within the clinical environment
Professional Practice & Workplace Responsibilities
Practice in accordance with College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards, relevant legislation, and organizational policies
Demonstrate professionalism, critical thinking, organization, and self-direction
Support a healthy, inclusive, and respectful workplace that values diversity and teamwork
Utilize computer-based systems for documentation and communication
Participate in rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, and extended shifts as required
Qualifications
Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/CPR) certification
Medication administration certification or completion of an RPN program that includes medication administration
Demonstrated knowledge of psychiatric nursing and/or addiction-related care
Ability to perform mental status, behavioural, and physical assessments
Demonstrated ability to manage and intervene in situations involving disturbed behaviour
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team
Strong organizational skills and ability to complete accurate clinical documentation
Computer literacy
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse ethno-cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
Nice to Haves
Experience working with individuals with mental illness and/or addictions
Experience in forensic, recovery-oriented, or geriatric mental health settings
Knowledge of forensic legal and health systems and risk assessment processes
Experience with crisis intervention and recovery-oriented models of care
Experience contributing to program development or quality improvement initiatives
Experience supervising or supporting students
Proficiency in a second language and/or bilingualism (French/English)
Salary Range
$32.42 – $38.33 per hour
If you are interested in this position, please ensure that you apply before 5pm EST of the closing date. If your application is received past 5pm EST of the closing date, your application will not be accepted.
CAMH is a fully affiliated teaching hospital and research institute of the University of Toronto. As a CAMH employee, you will contribute to our mission by supporting teaching, research, and clinical care across the hospital.
CAMH is dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to foster a workplace, teaching, and learning environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination or harassment.
CAMH strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples; Black and other racialized communities; LGBTQ2S+ communities; women; and people with disabilities, including those with lived experience of mental health and substance use challenges.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.
Through its core values of Courage, Respect and Excellence, CAMH is implementing its Strategic Plan: Connected CAMH, to transform lives, ignite innovation and discovery, revolutionize education and drive social change. CAMH is more than a hospital, it is a cause. CAMH is on a mission to change the way society thinks about and responds to mental illness. They aim to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and shape a world where mental illness is central to our healthcare system – a world where Mental Health is Health.
To learn more about CAMH, please visit their website at
www.camh.ca.
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Market context
Behavioral health roles remain in steady demand
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.
