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 Danielle.Gorton@gov.bc.ca.
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.
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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.
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.
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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.
