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Posting Title
HCW 12R - Health Care Worker
Position Classification
Health Care Worker R12
Union
GEU
Work Options
On-Site
Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$31.59 to $35.67 hourly
Close Date
11/5/2026
Job Type
If and As When Needed
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service ->
Children & Family Development
Ministry Branch / Division
Youth Justice Services-Youth Justice and Forensic Psychiatric Services
Job Summary The TeamThe 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 multi-disciplinary team works closely with probation services, community agencies and contracted service providers, as well as Youth Custody Services staff to deliver Court-ordered assessments. Join us in making a significant impact by supporting youth who are navigating complex legal and mental health challenges.
The RoleAs a Health Care Worker, you will provide direct care and supervise youth in a secure forensic psychiatric unit. You will support daily activities, nutrition, and hygiene while participating in psychiatric treatment and crisis intervention. By ensuring the safety of residents, staff, and visitors, you will significantly impact the well-being of detained youth needing specialized care. This position offers the chance to provide crucial mental health services to youth experiencing behavioral issues, addictions, and mental health challenges, making it an exciting and rewarding opportunity for candidates passionate about making a difference.
Qualifications:Education and Experience Requirements
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, plus post-secondary credit courses such as: community mental health worker, behavioural sciences, child and youth care, child care counselling, social work, psychology, or nursing, etc.
- Minimum six (6) months experience working in residential youth care, security, mental health or forensic psychiatric related work.
- Must have current certificate in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation).
- An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may be considered.
- Experience with CIPR (Crisis Intervention and Physical Restraints) or equivalent training.
- Certificate or diploma in community mental health work, behavioural sciences, child and youth care, child care counselling, social work, psychology, or nursing, or equivalent.
- Experience in behaviour management with adolescents.
- Shift work is a requirement as this is a 24-hour facility. Must be able to work days/ evenings/ midnights/ weekends.
- Must be able to work in close proximity to potentially aggressive, violent or otherwise unpredictable youth.
- Must be willing and able to provide First Aid coverage and medical support for staff, as required under Work Safe BC guidelines.
There are two (2) temporary as and when needed positions available. These positions require full-time, in-person work at the physical location listed. An eligibility list may be established to fill future full time, part time, 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.
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