Island Health·Parksville, British Columbia
Provide intake, nursing and clinical assessments for clients with mental health and/or alcohol and drug use problems.
Deliver intervention and treatment in the community setting.
Provide consultation and referral for clients and their caregivers/families.
Apply the nursing process in accordance with BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Nursing Practice.
Demonstrate clinical competence congruent with care and treatment of mental illness.
Communicate effectively with clients and in writing.
Work independently with limited supervision and demonstrate initiative.
Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary care team.
Promote positive change and independence.
Prioritize and organize client demands and care needs.
Maintain a commitment to continued professional development
Close Date Location Parksville McCarter Street (PMCS) - Parksville, BC V9P 2G6 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0700-1900/1900-0700 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Regular FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75 Planned Start Date Sep. 1 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent 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
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.
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or practicing RPN.
Recognized post-basic education related to psychiatric nursing and/or mental illness.
Two (2) years recent related experience.
Significant understanding of mental health and/or alcohol and drug use issues.
Knowledge of applicable legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act, Guardianship Act).
Knowledge of available programs and their interrelationships for community care.
Knowledge of mental health and/or alcohol and drug use assessments, treatment methodologies, intervention strategies, change process, and community dynamics (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
Valid BC Driver's License.
Ability to physically and emotionally carry out the duties of the position.
Ability to operate a personal computer with Windows-based software.
Ability to use personal vehicle
Market context
In British Columbia, behavioral-health roles often reflect ongoing demand in acute care, community mental health, and integrated service settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for current BC nursing registration, recent experience with acute mental illness, and comfort working on multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit against the original posting, then tailor your application to show relevant mental-health and team-based experience.