Registered Nurse; Mental Health Services, Mobile Crisis Intervention Team

The Mobile Crisis Intervention Team (MCIT) Registered Nurse (RN) partners with a Toronto Police Service officer to provide secondary response to police-directed calls regarding individuals identified as a person in crisis (PIC). The primary role of the MCIT Registered Nurse is to provide prompt on-site mental health/crisis assessment and intervention and referral to the most appropriate hospital or community services and supports as needed.

The MCIT RN will liaise with hospital and community resources and supports as needed. In addition, the MCIT RN and Police Officer(s) will participate in outreach and liaison with community partners and key stakeholders. All services are provided in accordance with the Standards of Practice established by the College of Nurses of Ontario and with current legislation.

The Mobile Crisis Intervention Team (MCIT) Registered Nurse (RN) partners with a Toronto Police Service officer to provide secondary response to police-directed calls regarding individuals identified as a person in crisis (PIC). The primary role of the MCIT Registered Nurse is to provide prompt on-site mental health/crisis assessment and intervention and referral to the most appropriate hospital or community services and supports as needed.

The MCIT RN will liaise with hospital and community resources and supports as needed. In addition, the MCIT RN and Police Officer(s) will participate in outreach and liaison with community partners and key stakeholders. All services are provided in accordance with the Standards of Practice established by the College of Nurses of Ontario and with current legislation.

The Mobile Crisis Intervention Team (MCIT) is a collaborative initiative between Michael Garron Hospital and the Toronto Police Services, 53, 54, and 55 Divisions. This innovative program provides mobile crisis intervention within the geographical areas of these Divisions.

• Registered Nurse with current Certificate of Registration issued by the College of Nurses.
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an accredited educational institution.
• Current BCLS/CPR certification.
• Completion of MCIT Level 1 course required.
• Completion of MCIT Level 2 course - Certified Crisis Intervention Specialist (CCIS) preferred.
• Current Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification (or equivalent), or obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Canadian Nurses Association Certificate in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing preferred.

• Minimum of 1 year experience working in Mobile Crisis Intervention Team (MCIT) required
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an acute mental health and/or community mental health settings preferred.
• Fluency in a second language is an asset.
• Experience working with individuals with substance use and/or addictions is an asset.
• Excellent crisis intervention, de-escalation, clinical assessment, supportive counselling skills
• Exemplary communication skills.
• Proven ability in problem solving, decision making, and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of and ability to access community resources.
• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team in a fast paced, demanding environment.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Ontario Mental Health Act, PHIPA, HCCA.
• Sound knowledge of the principles of the therapeutic relationship and their application to Crisis Intervention.
• Demonstrates excellent organizational, time-management skills, and team building skills.
• Excellent work performance, punctuality, and attendance.
• Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to…