C NURSE 7 - Community Nurse

Posting Title
C NURSE 7 - Community Nurse

Position Classification
Nurse 7 (C)

Union
BCN

Work Options

Location
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$39.84 - $64.24 hourly

Close Date
4/6/2025

Job Type
Regular Part Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division
Specialized Intervention and Youth Justice

Job Summary

The Team
The Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services (YFPS) in Kelowna is a dedicated multidisciplinary team providing specialized mental health care to young people involved in the justice system. You'll work alongside psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and administrative staff in a collaborative and supportive environment. This established team brings diverse expertise together to make a meaningful impact on the lives of youth, offering compassionate care and intervention when it's needed most

The Role
As a Community Nurse with YFPS you play a vital role in supporting youth involved in the justice system by providing compassionate, court-mandated mental health care. You assess and treat young people who require specialized services under the Youth Criminal Justice Act and other legislation, including those found unfit to stand trial or not criminally responsible due to a mental disorder (NCRMD) under the Criminal Code of Canada. Your work helps create pathways to recovery and stability, offering youth the opportunity to heal, build resilience, and reintegrate into their communities.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing from a recognized university, and licensed to practice and registered under the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives; OR
• Applicants with equivalent combination of nursing diploma and related nursing experiences and licensed to practice nursing in BC.
  • NOTE: If your degree or diploma was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES). Confirmation of equivalency of your degree is required for you to be considered. Please indicate in your resume (include a copy of the approval; if in progress), proof must be provided on or by the closing date of the posting.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in psychiatric nursing.

Preference will be given to applicants with the following:

• Three (3) or more years) of experience in psychiatric nursing.
• Two (2) or more years' experience working with adolescents in a forensic or community mental health setting.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

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

For questions regarding this position, please contact christopher.douglas@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This is a part-time, two (2) day a week.4 position.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent, temporary or part-time vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.

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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

This is your opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia and work for the BC Public Service. We offer a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits and much more .

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: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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Job Category
Health Services, Social Services

Additional Information