Nurse Practitioner

Responsibilities

• Deliver youth-centered primary care, including assessments, diagnosis, and treatment
• Prescribe and manage pharmacotherapy for mental health and medical needs
• Provide care for biopsychosocial needs, including mental health and substance use
• Offer guidance on sexual health, sleep, nutrition, and general wellness
• Conduct intake assessments and support measurement-based care tools
• Coordinate care through warm handoffs to internal and external partners
• Participate in program evaluation, clinical audits, and quality improvement
• Create a safe, non-judgmental, and culturally responsive environment for youth

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) with NP-PHC completion
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
• Minimum 3 years of experience with complex health, mental health, or substance use needs
• Lived or living experience with barriers faced by youth
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Basic CPR certification
• Proficiency with EMRs and Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing care to youth and marginalized populations
• Prescribing Narcotics and Controlled Substances certificate endorsed by CNO
• Knowledge of community health services in Durham Region
• Experience in community health or integrated care settings
• Lived/living experience with mental health, substance use, or marginalized populations

About the Company

Durham Community Health Centre (DCHC) is a registered, charitable organization providing integrated, accessible, and equitable community-based primary care and wellness services to Durham community members facing multiple barriers to health.