HOURS - Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, some evenings, weekends or extended hours may be required

Who We Are

The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community. Our services include emergency food transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs. We are committed to integrating Harm Reduction practices into our programs and to prioritizing the rights, dignity, and choices of those who use substances. By integrating a Harm Reduction framework at Good Shepherd, we can decrease barriers to service and better support some of our community's most marginalized members.

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - Men's Services

Good Shepherd is seeking experienced Registered Practical Nurse interested in providing excellence in care in a community setting. The Good Shepherd Transition Beds program provides brief-stay residential care to marginalized individuals being discharged from hospital who require ongoing medical care and case management services to support optimal recovery and re-integration into the community.

How You Will Make an Impact

• You are a healthcare professional interested in working in a dynamic community setting responding to the needs of people impacted by poverty, homelessness, mental health issues and substance use
• You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that will facilitate improved health status and timely, effective discharge to community for service users

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and currently authorized to practice in the Province of Ontario
• A current Certificate of Competence form the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with diverse and complex health and psycho-social needs
• Strong assessment, crisis management and risk management skills
• Successful candidate will have demonstrated interest and competence in clinical nursing practice related to the care of marginalized individuals
• A commitment to delivering person-centred care within anti-oppressive and harm reduction frameworks is essential
• Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset
• Experience with Venipuncture/Blood Work is considered an asset.
• This position involves shift work including nights as it is a relief opportunity
• A demonstrated ability to work as an effective, responsive and accountable team member;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Committed to anti-racist/anti-oppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd

What We Offer

• Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
• Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
• FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
• Make a difference and provide HOPE

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877.

Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.