Registered Practical Nurse - Withdrawal Management Program

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community provides a range of residential and community-based treatment services to individuals struggling with addiction and concurrent mental health issues. Our Agency is committed to taking the journey together and supporting those with whom we work to grow, thrive, and contribute to society.

About the Role:

The Withdrawal Management Services Program is an 8 bed, Level 2 residential facility that provides short term support and stabilization for individuals experiencing substance use concerns. The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) delivers direct client care within the residential WMS program, working to the full scope of practice.

In this role, the RPN will work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, including Nurse Practitioners, peers and Counsellors dedicated to improving health outcomes for individuals impacted by substance use.

Why Work for Us?

• Competitive Wages
  
• Enhanced vacation entitlement
  
• Shift Premium for staff working overnight hours (currently + $5/hr)
• RRSP matching plan
  
• Paid wellness days available
• Enrollment in STC's health/dental plan for part time and full time staff (no employee co-pay)
• Professional and career development opportunities
  

Number of opportunities available

• 6 positions available - New!

Location and Hours of Work Information:

• Days - 6am-4pm
• Afternoons - 2pm-12am
• Overnights - 10pm-8am

• Shifts are scheduled on a rotational basis and include working every second weekend. Some work required on statutory holidays where it falls on the regular working day/schedule. Schedule includes working 7 shifts over 14 days.
  

Qualifications:

• Practical Nursing Diploma from a CNO-recognized program
  
• Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) required; Member of RPNO an asset
• Evidence of Professional practice liability insurance (minimum $2 million)
• Minimum two years of progressive experience in addictions or mental health; Experience in inpatient or community setting preferred
• One year of recent experience in withdrawal management preferred
• Experience in concurrent disorders or trauma informed practice an asset
• Knowledge of suicide prevention and crisis intervention strategies
• Lived experience with addictions and/or mental health an asset
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License, with reliable (own) transportation
• Vulnerable Sector Screening check required pre-employment; PWSG Clearance may be required at the discretion of the Agency
• Satisfactory reference check required pre-employment
• Current First Aid and CPR certification required pre-employment
• May be required to meet occupational health and policy requirements of partner Agency locations including full COVID-19 vaccination, annual influenza vaccination and full immunization series
  

Role Overview:

Direct Client Support

• Screen, assess, and manage bio-psycho/social/spiritual care needs of patients with substance use disorder, in accordance with best practices
• Provide care that is recovery oriented, trauma-informed and uses principles of harm reduction and address social determinants of health
• Provide screening, assessment, and management for concurrent health conditions such as mental health disorders and/or wound care; Provide testing, education and treatment planning for blood borne and sexually transmitted infection
• Conduct health assessments as appropriate, including completing withdrawal scales, anxiety and aggression monitoring, self-harm and suicide assessments, mental, emotional and behavioural wellbeing assessments including ability to care for self
• Communicate effectively and regularly with the interdisciplinary care team, in formal and informal case conferences, team meetings
• Rapidly respond to safety concerns and medical emergencies; initiate measures to relieve crisis or emergent situations
• Provide nursing interventions and treatments as ordered
• Collect specimens for diagnostic testing such as blood and urine as required
• Liaise with pharmacy and RAAM medical team to facilitate client transitions to and from WMS
• Manage client medications through the complete cycle of obtaining/liaising with the community pharmacy, verifying medication, dispensing medication, and ensuring onsite quality and safety of the medication reconciliation process, handling and monitoring for the program

Administrative and Reporting

• Complete all documentation in accordance with STC policies and CNO standards
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and contribute to collaborative care planning
• Participation in regular team meetings
• Provide input into program development, policy updates, and quality improvement initiatives
• Perform additional related duties as assigned to support program operations and client care

Posting will be open until November 11, 2026 at 4pm. When applying, please state your preferred shift/hours of work.

We look forward to meeting you!

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community accommodates the needs of applicants throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Human Rights legislation. Should you require it, accommodation can be made at any point, upon request.

Stonehenge Therapeutic Community recognizes that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce. We believe in equitable opportunities for all and encourage cultural diversity as part of the recruitment and selection processes. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to enrich our collective growth and learning.