C NURSE 7 - Community Nurse

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Telework up to 2 days/week

Job summary

British Columbia Public Service Careers is seeking a C Nurse 7 – Community Nurse in Surrey, BC for a Regular Full Time position. This role is part of the Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services Division and offers hybrid work options with a focus on providing counselling, treatment and assessment for youth involved with the justice system.

The successful candidate will have 3+ years of psychiatric nursing experience, degree in nursing, and BC licensure.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing from a recognized university.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in psychiatric nursing.
• An equivalent combination of nursing diploma and related nursing experiences and licensed to practice nursing in BC may be considered.
• Licensed to practice and registered under the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Responsibilities

• Provide essential counselling, treatment and consultation within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Prepare reports related to assessment and treatment of youth in conflict with the law.

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing

Job description

C NURSE 7 - Community Nurse

Position Classification

Nurse 7 (C)

Union

BCN

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$84,377.23 - $117,319.15 annually

Close Date

9/15/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Youth Justice and Forensic Psychiatric Services Division (YFPS)

Job Summary

The Team

The Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services team is an established group committed to providing essential mental health services to young people involved in the justice system. This team works closely with probation services, community agencies and contracted service providers, as well as Youth Custody Services staff to deliver Court-ordered assessments and treatments. Join us in making a significant impact by supporting youth who are navigating complex legal and mental health challenges.

The Role

In this role, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, directly caring for adolescents facing a variety of mental health and behavioral challenges. You will serve as a primary nursing therapist, case manager, or co-therapist, providing essential counselling, treatment and consultation. You will also prepare reports related to assessment and treatment of young persons in conflict with the law. This position allows you to exercise significant clinical independence, coordinating care and resources to address complex issues. Your work will make a meaningful impact on the lives of adolescents, supporting their mental health and overall well-being within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing from a recognized university.
  • NOTE:If your degree was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES ). You must provide a basic report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in psychiatric nursing.
• An equivalent combination of nursing diploma and related nursing experiences and licensed to practice nursing in BC may be considered.

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements

• Licensed to practice and registered under the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Two (2) or more years’ experience working with adolescents in a forensic or community mental health setting.

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/ proviso requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [e-mail].

About this Position:

• Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies. A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required. Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.