Provide core mental health and addictions nursing services in an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) or intensive outreach team.
Deliver services primarily in community settings, with possible facility-based services as required.
Provide assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and support for clients in partnership with clients, families, and community health care resources.
Develop, plan, implement, and maintain a full range of clinical services and client-centered rehabilitation programs in response to identified client rehabilitation plans.
Work under the general direction of the team leader or designate.
Continuously improve quality and safety as a shared responsibility
Close Date Location Victoria Johnson Street (VJS) - Victoria, BC V8V 3N7 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time 0830-1630 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Temp FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 1 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75.00 Planned Start Date Jul. 14 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Jan. 11 2028 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 Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), 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. Under the general direction of the team leader or designate, serves as a Mental Health & Addictions Nurse in a multidisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment or intensive outreach team. Services are primarily provided in community settings but may also occur in facility settings as required. Provides core mental health and addictions services including assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and support for clients in partnership with client, family and community health care resources. In response to an identified client rehabilitation plan, develops, plans, implements, and maintains a full range of clinical services and client centered rehabilitation programs.
Qualifications
Education, Training And Experience Graduation from a recognized nursing program plus a minimum of one year's recent psychiatric nursing experience with adults with a variety of mental disorders. A minimum of six months of experience supporting mental health clients in a community setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant. Current CPR certification required. Knowledge of Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) model; assessment and treatment and case management methodologies; learning theories of mental disorder and intervention strategies. Knowledge of relevant mental health and addictions legislation including legal statutory boundaries governing consumer rights. Knowledge of community mental health and addictions programs, services, resources and promotion. Knowledge of other health disciplines (including primary care physicians) and their role in client care. Skills And Abilities
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing;
Demonstrated ability to use the nursing process in mental health treatment programs i.e. such as assess (physical, mental/physiological/functional and environmental), plan, implement, make decisions, organize, prioritize, evaluate and communicate as required;
Ability to administer and monitor the side effects of psychotropic medications;
Ability to work independently in a community setting;
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment;
Demonstrated ability to practice initiative, good interpersonal, crisis intervention, leadership and teaching skills, and effective communication and counseling with individuals, families and groups; and demonstrated critical thinking and problem solving skills;
Ability to manage aggressive behaviour and to use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques where appropriate;
Ability to adapt and accept change as the program evolves;
Physical ability to perform the duties of the job;
Ability to operate related equipment.
Ability to operate applicable computer systems
Valid Class 5 BC driver's license and use of a personal vehicle available to travel between work sites.
Travel is a requirement of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Program Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD1120.pdf Additional information for applicants This posting is for the Victoria High-Complexity Care Team (HCCT) LOCATED AT 2020 RICHMOND RD. Experience working in MHSU and primary care is strongly recommended. The HCCT is a physician-lead primary care team providing trauma-informed, culturally sensitive care to the most medically and socially complex patients in Victoria. Modeled after the Westshore HCCT, which has served the Western Communities since 2019, it is a multidisciplinary organization including FPs, NP, SW, RN, Pharmacy and Psych Consult Liaison. From our office near the Royal Jubilee Hospital, we care for patients living in Victoria, Oak Bay, Vic West, and Saanich (to the border with Central Saanich). The RN is the sole nurse supporting the clinic and their team. Travel is a requirement since the RN does home visits to support patients Additional Clauses BCNU: PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE. Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement ( Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume). 1) Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting. 2) Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities. The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description. Requisition CA Nurses Bargaining Association Affiliation/Union BCNU
Requirements
Graduation from a recognized nursing program.
Minimum of one year's recent psychiatric nursing experience with adults with a variety of mental disorders.
Minimum of six months of experience supporting mental health clients in a community setting (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or practicing RPN.
Current CPR certification required.
Knowledge of PSR model; assessment and treatment and case management methodologies.
Knowledge of mental health and addictions legislation and legal statutory boundaries governing consumer rights.
Knowledge of community mental health and addictions programs, services, resources, and promotion.
Knowledge of other health disciplines (including primary care physicians) and their role in client care.
Ability to administer and monitor side effects of psychotropic medications.
Ability to work independently in a community setting and effectively in a team environment.
Ability to manage aggressive behaviour and use non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques.
Physical ability to perform job duties; ability to operate related equipment and applicable computer systems.
Valid Class 5 BC driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for travel between work sites.
Travel between multiple sites may be required
Graduation from a recognized nursing program
Crisis intervention
Leadership and teaching skills
Operate related equipment
Case management methodologies
Critical thinking and problem solving
Administering and monitoring side effects of psychotropic medications
Managing aggressive behaviour
Non-violent crisis intervention and behavioural management techniques
Posting details
Employment type
Temporary
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$41 - CA$60/hr
Location
Victoria, British Columbia
Application
Employer website
Clear verbal and written communication
Mental health and addictions assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and support
Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) model knowledge
Nursing process in mental health treatment programs (assess, plan, implement, evaluate, communicate)
Independent work in a community setting
Teamwork and cooperative work in a multidisciplinary environment
Effective communication and counseling with individuals, families, and groups
Adaptability to program change
Operate applicable computer systems
Valid Class 5 BC driver's license and ability to travel between work sites using personal vehicle
Market context
BC nursing roles remain in steady demand
In British Columbia, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, with competition often strongest for positions that require recent clinical experience or post-basic education. Candidates with current BCCNM RN registration, Basic Life Support (Level C) where required, and experience aligned to the unit usually stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then match your resume to the specific unit skills and recent experience listed.
