Community Mental Health Nurse

Department:
Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Bring your expertise and passion to the North and make a lasting difference in Fort Smith, NT.

As a Community Mental Health Nurse, you will lead the delivery of high-quality, client-centered mental health and substance use services, empowering individuals and families, strengthening community wellness, and advancing recovery through compassionate, culturally responsive care.

• Provide comprehensive community mental health nursing services in a primary care setting
• Deliver client-centered care to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges
• Perform case management, including intake, assessment, care planning, and ongoing follow-up
• Administer and monitor medications (including injections) and coordinate lab work
• Support clients in maintaining independence, wellness, and treatment adherence
• Collaborate with physicians, social services, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver integrated care
• Facilitate referrals, system navigation, and access to community and external supports
• Respond to mental health crises and provide timely interventions and counselling
• Deliver outreach services, including home visits and travel within the region
• Provide psychoeducation to clients and families on mental health, substance use, and medications
• Develop and implement individualized care plans using a recovery-oriented approach
• Participate in discharge planning and ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization
• Promote mental health awareness, harm reduction, and suicide prevention initiatives

• A Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from a recognized university with additional training in mental health or psychiatric nursing/Diploma in Psychiatry Nursing AND Three (3) years of experience in Mental Health or Psychiatry

• Licensed practical nurse (LPN) / Registered practical Nurse (RPN) with completion of post-basic courses in psychopharmacology, psychosocial rehabilitation, or an LPN Mental Health Nursing certificate program AND Five (5) years of working experience in mental health