H Nurse 4

Government of British Columbia; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial health service in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Nurse 4A to join their adolescent treatment team dedicated to mental health. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care to troubled youth while ensuring an inclusive and supportive environment. Candidates should be registered nurses or psychiatric nurses, with a preference for experience in adolescent psychiatry. The position requires shift work in a 24-hour facility, with responsibilities including direct patient care and crisis intervention. Compensation is competitive, and the position offers opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) in good standing.
• Preference for experience with adolescents in psychiatric settings.
• Standard First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to youth in a multidisciplinary team.
• Support youth facing emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Maintain a safe environment during shifts.

Skills

Experience with adolescents from diverse backgrounds

Nursing assessment and care

Crisis intervention skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN)

Tools

First Aid & CPR-C & AED

Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1

Job description

The Team

The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre is a program of the Provincial Services Division of the Ministry of Children and Family Development. The Maples is a designated provincial mental health facility providing on-site, community, outreach and ancillary services to collaboratively support youth, families and communities. The Maples target population consists of troubled youth in British Columbia with significant psychiatric and/or behavioural and/or emotional difficulties, ages 12 to 17; as well as youth found Not Criminally Responsible by Reason of a Mental Disorder (NCRMD) or Unfit to Stand Trial under the Criminal Code of Canada and Youth Criminal Justice Act. Additional services include community consultation service, training/capacity building opportunities and ongoing sharing of current literature. Through a multi-disciplinary approach, our objective is to collaboratively enhance the capacity of communities to plan and care for challenging youth through a closer to home focus.

The Role

Under the direction of a Shift Supervisor or Program Coordinator, the Nurse 4A performs vital work as a member of an interdisciplinary team, providing direct, comprehensive nursing care to clients at The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre. This position impacts the lives of youth, families, and communities by offering on-site, community, outreach, and ancillary mental health services. Candidates should be excited to join a passionate team committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where children, youth, and their families thrive. The candidate may view the related video at: https://youtu.be/q24fUsoNoLA

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered or eligible for immediate registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience working with adolescents from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• 1+ years work experience in the field of adolescent psychiatry.
• Standard First Aid & CPR-C & AED.
• Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1.

Willingness Statements

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with no restrictions and meets the transportation requirements of the Ministry.
• Shift work is a requirement as this is a 24-hour facility. Must be able to work days/evenings/midnights/weekends.
• Will be required to work around youth who are distressed and facing challenges which may occasionally involve exposure to unpleasant situations or behaviour with angry, abusive, or abused clients; exposure to hazards from frequently working around youth in crisis who may display volatile behaviour.
• Travel, as necessary, is a requirement.
• Provide First Aid coverage and medical support for staff, as required under WorkSafe BC guidelines.

Contact and About this Position

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

AMENDMENT JANUARY 26, 2026: CLOSING DATE EXTENDED UNTIL FEBRUARY 10, 2026. There are two (2) permanent positions and three (3) temporary positions available. The temporary opportunities are until February 1, 2027. These positions may be extended or become permanent. This position has full time on-site requirements. 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

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How to Apply

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• Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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