Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time 08:30-17:15 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75.0 Planned Start Date Jul. 2 2024 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Jan. 1 2025 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Working in the community setting as a member of a multidisciplinary care team, the Mental Health & Addiction Services Nurse provides intake, nursing and clinical assessments, intervention, treatment, consultation and referral for clients experiencing mental health and/or alcohol and drug use problems and their caregivers/families.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceRegistration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant. Recognized post basic education related to psychiatric nursing and/or mental illness. Two (2) years recent related experience. A significant understanding of mental health and/or alcohol and drug use issues. Knowledge of applicable legislation, such as the Mental Health Act and the Guardianship Act. Knowledge of available programs, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering care in the community to persons with mental illnesses. Knowledge of mental health and/or alcohol and drug use assessments, treatment methodologies, intervention strategies, the change process, and community dynamics; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's License.
Skills And AbilitiesApply nursing process as required and described in BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Nursing Practice.Demonstrate clinical competence congruent with the care and treatment of mental illness;Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writingDeal with others effectivelySound organizational, problem solving and teaching skillsSound judgment, good observation and client assessment skills, tact and empathyWork independently, demonstrating initiative, with limited supervisionWork cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary teamPromote positive change and independencePrioritize and organize client demands made and care needsPhysically and emotionally carry out the duties of the positionOperate a personal computer with a variety of windows based softwareFoster good public relationsOperate related equipmentMaintain a commitment to continued professional development as required by the employerUse personal vehicle Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD1903.pdf Additional information for applicants This is a temporary full-time outreach case management position with the Community Support Team. The successful applicant will have extensive experience supporting clients living with mental health and substance use challenges and who reside in the community. In your past clinical experience you will have demonstrated skill liaising with both medical and psychiatric acute care services, community GP and NP offices, and other community partners. You will have demonstrated expertise in mental health assessments and working cooperatively with other team members. Finally, your approach will be recovery orientated and holistic and you will be able to demonstrate through your past experience an ability to support clients effectively in the community. Additional Clauses Vaccination Notification: To keep our employees, clients and the communities we serve safe, Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded. Requisition CA Nurses Bargaining Association Affiliation/Union BCNU