Clinical Nurse Specialist

Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care is a 315-bed academic and teaching hospital that provides specialized mental health, addiction and geriatric care. Located on the shores of Georgian Bay, we serve some of the most complex and disadvantaged individuals in Ontario and are the sole provider of high-secure forensic mental health services in the province. The North Simcoe Muskoka Specialized Geriatric Services (NSM SGS) Program is a regional program under the leadership of Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care. The NSM SGS program was established in 2016 to advance the care of frail older adults in the NSM region and their caregivers. With a mandate for leadership, clinical service, education and mentorship, research and ethics as well as advocacy, the program collaborates with a broad variety of partners from within and outside the NSM health system to improve patient outcomes, build capacity and foster system change.

Provide specialized mental health, addiction, and geriatric care within an academic and teaching hospital. Lead clinical services, education, and research to improve patient outcomes for frail older adults and their caregivers.

Requires a professional background in clinical nursing with a focus on mental health and geriatrics. Candidates should be capable of leadership, mentorship, and collaborating with regional health system partners.

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• Clinical Nursing
• Mental Health Care
• Geriatric Care
• Addiction Services
• Patient Advocacy
• Clinical Leadership
• Mentorship
• Research
• Ethics

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Management & Leadership

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 5, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level