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# Summary 

# About the organization 

 Planned Parenthood Toronto (PPT) is a fully accredited community health centre that provides primary health care services to youth 13 to 29 years as well as health promotion programming, education, training and research to improve the health and well-being of Toronto’s diverse communities. PPT offers health services at our downtown main site, our North York Satellite site, as well as through mobile health units that work across Toronto.

# About the position 

 We are currently seeking 2 Nurse Practitioners (RN(EC)). Shifts will  primarily be available during our Saturday clinics (shifts run from 9:30am to 2:30pm). Additional shifts will be available to cover vacation and other planned absences. Successful candidates must be available to work at least 1 Sat/month.

At PPT, Nurse Practitioners work within an interdisciplinary health care team to independently and collaboratively provide comprehensive primary and episodic health care to clients with an emphasis on sexual & reproductive health, health promotion, disease prevention and health education. Our Saturday Clinic appointments focus on sexual and reproductive health care needs but may include other primary care issues.

In accordance with PPT’s anti-racist and equity principles, we particularly encourage applications from Black and/or Indigenous communities to better reflect the communities of youth we serve and the specific needs of racialized youth.

We are happy to support newer Nurse Practitioners and will provide a robust orientation that will include training to ensure clinicians are confident providing care related to routine appointment types at PPT’s Saturday Clinic (for example, IUD and Nexplanon insertion and removal, Gender-Affirming Care, and Medical Abortion)

POSITION OVERVIEW                                                                                                                 

The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Registered Nurse – Extended Class (RN(EC)) is a nurse specialist in primary health care with advanced knowledge and decision-making skills, who practices autonomously to offer the full scope of primary health care nurse practitioner practice.  The RN(EC) is expected to meet the standards of practice specific to the Extended Class and function in accordance with relevant legislation and standards of nursing practice set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario.

At PPT, the RN(EC) works within an interdisciplinary health care team to independently and collaboratively provide comprehensive primary and episodic health care to clients with an emphasis on sexual and reproductive health, health promotion, disease prevention and health education. The RN(EC) is responsible for supporting the Agency's mission, values and objectives. PPT is also committed to support NP learning - this position is an excellent opportunity to build your skills related to IUD and Implant insertions/removals, Medical Abortion, and Gender Affirming Care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Nurse Practitioner RN(EC), Locum/Casual practices within the scope of the Extended Class registration through the College of Nurses of Ontario and the policies and procedures of PPT. Physicians support and act as a primary liaison with the RN(EC) as needed in providing care to clients.

Direct client care:

• Provides virtual, over-the-phone and in-person client-centred comprehensive primary and episodic health care to clients as outlined and appropriate within the Extended Class scope of practice.

• Works independently and collaboratively with members of the interdisciplinary team; consults with other health care professionals when client’s condition is beyond the RN(EC) scope of practice and transfers care if appropriate. 

• Provides health education, health promotion, and supportive counselling and/or crisis intervention to clients where appropriate.

• Advocates on an individual basis for and with clients to other agencies and institutions.

• Completes follow-up required by client and/or refers when appropriate.

• Provides anonymous Standard HIV and Point of Care HIV testing with appropriate pre- and post-test counselling.

• Provides educational information on IUDs and does IUD placements and removals with pain management options (training can be provided).

• Provides educational information on the birth control implant and does implant insertions and removals (training can be provided).

• Provides gender-affirming care and supports trans clients for hormone therapy and puberty suppression (training can be provided). 

• Provides medical abortion medication to clients.

• Supports clients with mental health concerns.

Administrative Tasks:

• Maintains complete and accurate records of client visits including data required by Ontario Health.

• Provides support in the development of Health Services protocols and collects data and other appropriate administrative tasks as required. 

# Qualifications

• BScN or equivalent and membership in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RN with Extended Class.

• At least 3 years’ experience working as a Nurse Practitioner in an expanded role in a community-based setting.

• Proficiency in current nursing physical assessment and treatment methods.

• Experience and knowledge working with youth and sexual health issues.

• Proficiency and experience working in a computerized environment.

• Experience with Electronic Medical Records software an asset.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated commitment to equity goals and principles, sexual and reproductive rights and to being youth positive, 2SLGBTQ positive, sex-positive, sex work positive and to being inclusive of diverse sexual and gender identities.

• Commitment to reproductive justice and a pro-choice philosophy.

• Commitment to working from a community development perspective.

• Commitment to working cooperatively in a community-based setting as part of an inter-disciplinary team. 

• Commitment to a client-centred model of health care delivery and experience working in a community development framework.

# Summary 

• Personal Support Worker (PSW) - HHP Homeless Health Program

• $41,928.12 - $50,418.82 CAD per year

• Vacancy Status: Please note that this posting is for an existing position

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

• Location: 1767 Dundas St E, Mississauga, ON, L4X 1L5

# About the position 

 WellFort is seeking a Personal Support Worker to join our Homeless Health Program (HHP).

HOMELESS HEALTH PROGRAM

The Homeless Health Program is a Nurse Practitioner-led initiative that provides essential healthcare services to individuals who are homeless, precariously housed, or transitioning out of homelessness in the Peel Region. We understand the unique challenges faced by those without stable housing, and our goal is to make healthcare accessible, integrated, and responsive.

Our dedicated team includes Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Personal Support Workers, all working together to ensure our patients receive the care they need, where and when they need it. We remove barriers to care for those facing housing instability and poor health.

The program manages 45 medical beds at the Dundas Street Shelter, providing 24/7 care, as well as daytime mobile primary care services at other shelters and drop-ins across the region.

By providing these services, we help hospitals make the best use of their emergency and acute care resources. Patients who no longer need to stay in the hospital but still require medical support can continue their recovery in a shelter bed with healthcare services. We also offer additional support for people in shelters who may need extra medical attention, helping to prevent unnecessary hospital visits.

Our medical services include:

• Care for chronic conditions like diabetes
• Medication management
• Support for substance withdrawal and pain management
• Wound care
• Mental health services and stabilization
• Chiropody (foot care)
• Monitoring and support after hospital stays

This program ensures that structurally vulnerable populations in our community have access to the care they deserve, improving overall health and wellbeing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Personal Support Worker will be a valued and trusted companion to people experiencing homelessness by providing assistance with day-to-day living activities including personal care, meal set up, lifestyle assistance and light housekeeping duties. You will also encourage and assist the client in engaging in exercise, leisure and social activities to promote physical and mental wellbeing while fostering independence. The Personal Support Worker will work with their team to develop care plans, engage in constant client assessment, communicate effectively with colleagues, clients and families, and deliver client-focused care within the scope of their practice.

# Qualifications

 Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Experience):

• Personal Support Worker Certificate from a recognized and accredited school.
• Two to three years’ experience working with people experiencing homelessness or precariously housed in a community/home setting is an asset.

Essential Competencies (Skills and Attributes):

• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional care and customer service to clients and partners
• Ability to work independently and function as a team member, contributing to the growth of the team.
• Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing tradition health care institutions such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, and substance use issues.
• An understanding of and critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
• Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
• Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Ability to multi-task when delegated.
• Strong communication, verbal, listening and writing skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work all shifts and between multiple sites as necessary.
• Good assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of basic computer and keyboarding.
• Oral and/or written fluency in other languages relevant to the community the program serves is a definite asset.