POSITION TITLE
Smoking Cessation Coordinator
SHIFT TYPE
Monday - Friday (Days as per schedule)
DEPT/PROGRAM
Integrated Health Delivery System
JOB CLASS
Registered Nurse
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Temporary Casual (up to 24 months)
RATE OF PAY
$44.69-$55.94 per hour
WORK SCHEDULE
As needed
EMPLOYEE GROUP
OPSEU
VACANCY TYPE
POSTING DATE
May 12, 2026
HYBRID ELIGIBLE
No
NUMBER
1
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 Clinical Director, Acute Assessment Programs is currently seeking a Temporary Casual Smoking Cessation Coordinator. The purpose of the position is to work in collaboration in implementation of the Ottawa Model for Smoking Cessation.
For information about funding incentives for nurses, our enhanced employee referral program, housing, orientation and other employment-related information please follow this link to our employment web page. https://www.waypointcentre.ca/get-involved/join-our-team
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
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Implement activities outlined in the Ottawa Model for Smoking Cessation Implementation Work Plan.
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Be familiar with the implementation plan, program components, and partnership agreement.
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Develop and maintain regular phone calls, face-to-face meetings, and working relationships with all key players of affiliated institutions to facilitate a smooth program implementation.
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Coordinate Smoking Cessation Task Force meetings on a monthly basis, or as needed. (set agenda, invite participants, assign tasks).
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Develop training schedule and implement annually and on demand for new staff.
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Coordinate implementation of smoking cessation forms, policies, and guidelines in respective clinical areas, and maintain all program records.
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Conduct pre- and post-implementation data collection and analysis (i.e., internal audits); prepare reports.
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Provide regular reports to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute and to Co-leads on the progress of the implementation, smoking cessation consult data, smoking cessation quitting rates, and trend analysis.
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Enlist support from the employee assistance program and occupational health nurse for employee smoking cessation support programs.
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Troubleshoot and problem solve issues arising during program implementation and maintenance.
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Collaborate as necessary with community agencies (Quit Lines, Public Health Units, Tobacco Control Area Network) to facilitate program development and integration of programs.
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Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team to facilitate program launch, maintenance, and continued sustainability and share program results, ensure program sustainability with innovative and creative measures.
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Provide program progress and evaluation reports on a quarterly basis for Task Force and Co- Leads.
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Act as a smoking cessation resource and main contact person (must remain current).
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or health-related discipline and current Certificate of Competence with designated College (e.g., CNO, COTO, OCSWSSW)
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Three to five years related healthcare experience with strong knowledge of related clinical area and care processes
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Previous experience in program implementation and coordination as well as previous experience/training in tobacco dependence treatment
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High level of Microsoft software knowledge (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
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Demonstrated ability to function and participate as a central member of a multi-disciplinary team
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Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
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Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
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Proven written and verbal communication skills
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Proven ability to adapt readily to change
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Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values (Caring, Respect, Accountability, Innovation), and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
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Preference for proficiency in French/English language skills
WHAT WE OFFER:
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Includes 6% in lieu of vacation to start and 14% in lieu of benefits OR 10% if enrolling in HOOPP
- Eligible to participate in the Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
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Access to Waypoint’s Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
HOW DO I APPLY?
Waypoint employees apply through the Employee Self-Service portal at https://employees.waypointcentre.ca and external applicants apply to Join our Team, Career Opportunities | Waypoint by quoting Job ID WC26-106. Attach your cover letter and resume detailing why you are interested in this opportunity and how you meet the qualifications and key accountabilities specified. Waypoint does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.
