Mental Health Nurse Coordinator

Mental Health Nurse Coordinator (Temporary 6-month contract)

At Ottawa Inner City Health, we do health care differently. It’s part of who we are. We are a nurse-led, trauma-informed organization working on the frontlines of homelessness and mental health. We work in the margins- the grey area- with clients experiencing complex trauma, mental illness, and substance use challenges. Our approach is hands-on, harm reduction focused, relationship-driven, and rooted in human dignity.

We are currently seeking 1 Temporary Full Time (6 months) Mental Health Nurse Coordinator (MHNC) who is passionate about equitable health care and ready to lead clinical practice on a team that’s not afraid to get into the nitty-gritty. This position will start in mid-late January.

Why this role matters :

As a MHNC, you’ll be at the heart of our mental health services, supporting people experiencing homelessness across multiple program sites. You’ll assess, plan, work with partner organizations, and deliver care to some of the most under served members of our community, while shaping a culture of compassion, advocacy, and trauma-informed excellence. We work in a supportive team environment and provide extensive ongoing training and support to our nurses.

Responsibilities :

• Build therapeutic, trust-based relationships with clients navigating homelessness and mental health challenges.
• Complete holistic mental health assessments, including tools such as the MoCA and PHQ-9.
• Co-create individualized, trauma-informed care plans in collaboration with clients and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide clinical leadership and work closely with attending psychiatrists to implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Monitor care plans, ensure clients’ voices guide every decision and transition.
• Work with equity-seeking communities to create more accessible and equitable healthcare for all.
• Act as a strong advocate, walking alongside clients as they access housing, care, and stability.
• Support and supervise front-line client care workers and nursing students, modelling trauma-informed and harm-reduction practices.
• Participate in ongoing data collection, evaluation, and research to strengthen our programs.
• Attend ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Engage in after-hours on-call rotation to ensure 24 / 7 support to staff and clients.

Qualifications :

Ottawa Inner City Health welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.