H NURSE 4A - Psychiatric Nurse

The Team The Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services team; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services team is seeking a passionate nurse to provide essential mental health services to young individuals involved in the justice system. This full-time role involves assessing and supervising youth in a secure unit, participating in treatment and ensuring their safety, with a significant impact on their well-being.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Learning opportunities

Career development

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for BCCNM.
• Level 1 OFA required.
• Experience in residential youth care or mental health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nursing assessments and provide direct care to youth.
• Supervise youth in a secure forensic psychiatric unit.
• Participate in psychiatric treatment and crisis intervention.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Nursing

Supervision

Education

Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse designation

Assessment by International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES)

Job description

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 multi-disciplinary team works closely with probation services community agencies and contracted service providers as well as Youth Custody Services staff to deliver Court-ordered assessments. 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 conduct nursing assessments provide direct care and supervise youth in a secure forensic psychiatric unit. You will support daily activities nutrition and hygiene while participating in psychiatric treatment and crisis intervention. By ensuring the safety of residents staff and visitors you will significantly impact the well-being of detained youth needing specialized care. This position offers the chance to provide crucial mental health services to youth experiencing behavioral issues addictions and mental health challenges making it an exciting and rewarding opportunity for candidates passionate about making a difference.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered or eligible for registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM) with a designation of either Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse.

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.

• As a condition of employment must have Level 1 OFA.
• As a condition of employment must Provide First Aid coverage and medical support for staff as required under WorkSafe BC guidelines.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following :

• Minimum 1 year of experience working in residential youth care security mental health or forensic psychiatric related work; OR an equivalent combination of experience education and / or training may be considered.
• Crisis Intervention and Physical Restraint (CIPR) training; OR an equivalent combination of experience education and / or training may be considered.

Willingness Statements :

• 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.

For questions regarding this position please contact .

About this Position :

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 :

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplaceto 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 Serviceis available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations status or non-status Mtis or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information please see What We Offer.

How to Apply :

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge skills abilities competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter : NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume : YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

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

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 72751 - 107808

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