Registered Nurse, Youth Justice Services

at  Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa

Position Title: Registered Nurse, Youth Justice
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Reports to: Assistant Director, Youth Justice
Employment Status: Permanent Full Time
Bargaining Unit Status: Non-union
Annual Salary: $81, 598.40 - $98,092.80
Language requirements: English is essential: French is an asset;
Schedule: Rotational day shift schedule, no night shifts.
Reference Number: 25-009
Closing Date: February 8th, 2025

ABOUT US:

Founded in 1960, the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa (YSB) is one of the largest and most comprehensive non-profit agencies in Ottawa and a registered charity. It provides mental health services, employment programs, emergency shelter, community, health and housing services, and justice programs to youth in the Ottawa area, serving between 2,500 and 3,000 at‑risk individuals aged 12+ and their families every month. YSB employs 350 caring professionals in a unionized environment in over 26 locations across Ottawa.
The Nurse, as a member of the multi-disciplinary team within the Youth Justice Services at William E Hay/Sherwood, will provide direct clinical nursing services to the youth within the program. The Nurse will also support the staff by providing clinical leadership with respect to the physical and mental health of the youth, in collaboration with the Youth Justice team.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbents may be asked to perform other duties as required.

• Delivery of direct clinical services, including; monitoring the physical health of youth within the program and initiating referrals to the Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatrist as indicated; Performing Intake Assessments and ongoing evaluation of youth as required; liaising with clinical staff, pharmacy, and external health providers; Monitoring of medications, (especially psychotropic medication) and providing psychoeducation and support around these with the youth and their family; delivery of health-related teaching to youth including hygiene, sleep, sexual health, nutrition, etc; coordination of primary health care services within the community (non-urgent dental/medical appointments); and support for any emergency health concerns that arise while the youth is in program.
• Medication management, including; training and supporting staff who deliver medications to the youth in the program; maintenance and monitoring of the medication administration processes; ensuring the youth’s medical files are complete and meet Ministry and Organizational compliance standards
• Staff education and training: Develop and provide training and educational materials for staff related to physical and mental health issues impacting youth; collaborate with the clinical staff and clinical director around opportunities for ongoing staff development and training related to key concepts in youth mental health
• Administrative responsibilities/Other: Coordination and oversight of client prescriptions, medications, and medical supplies; Oversee the supplies and physical resources in the medical treatment areas and clinic; regular audits of medical charts; provide supervision to students as needed