Nurse; RN; RPN; Casual

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Program Director, and as a member of a multidisciplinary team, the nurse provides a broad range of psychiatric and nursing functions and direct care, including psychiatric assessment, pharmacotherapy, and crisis intervention to clients who live in a supported housing setting. Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) within a client‑centered, trauma‑informed, recovery‑focused care model and the vision and values of the organization.

The RN / RPN / LPN is responsible for the delivery of care for people who have experienced homelessness, mental illness, trauma, family/cultural and community disconnection, physical health deterioration and behavioral issues or challenges. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the nurse shares information with the team and other professionals regarding client progress, care plans, helpful interventions or approaches and provides input into the development and/or maintenance of the program’s services designed to meet the needs of the program’s participants.

• Graduation from an approved school of Nursing with current practicing membership with the BCCNM and at least three years of recent related experience in mental health and addiction, either in a hospital or community setting.
• Ability to provide/obtain the following upon hire:
  • A valid First Aid Certificate ("Emergency First Aid – Community" or equivalent)
  • A valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License and access to a vehicle

• Broad knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client‑centered, trauma‑informed model of care and concurrent disorders.
• Broad knowledge of BCCNM’s standards for nursing practice.
• Knowledge of mental illness and substance use treatment.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology (indications and side‑effects).
• Broad knowledge of community mental health services, resources, and referral procedures.
• Demonstrated ability in nursing practice related to assessment of mental status and physical health.
• Demonstrated ability to use factual information and basic principles and procedures to support nursing decisions and actions with relevant research‑based evidence.
• Demonstrated ability to manage aggressive, distraught and suicidal behaviour.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement care plans.
• Demonstrated ability to assess patient responses to care and to respond appropriately.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem‑solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to work alone as well as collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing in an effective and professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with clients and their families, co‑workers, physicians and staff of external agencies.
• Demonstrated group facilitation and individual therapy skills in insight‑oriented and psycho‑educational groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work with culturally diverse clients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources and health‑related support services.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in a time‑effective and efficient manner.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

• 100% employer‑paid benefits for employees and their families.
• Vision Care, Dental Care, Prescription Drugs, Naturopath, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Group Life, Massage therapy, Physiotherapy, and Unlimited out‑of‑province and out‑of‑country emergencies.
• General sick‑leave accruals.
• Long‑term disability programs. Short‑term disability programs available to exempt positions only.
• 5 days of paid leave for Indigenous employees for ceremonial, cultural, and spiritual events each year.
• 8 weeks of paid leave for gender‑affirming care for medical procedures for transgender and gender‑diverse employees, cumulative total.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program, including personal counselling, life coaching, financial coaching, legal referral and advisory services, and health coaching. Coastal provides a cognitive behavioural therapy program (CBT abilities program) and Headversity for managing a variety of life issues with self‑paced therapeutic support.
• Municipal Pension Plan with guaranteed lifetime monthly pension when you retire. More information can be found at

Coast Mental Health is committed to creating a culture of diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.