Psychiatric Aide

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a casual Psychiatric Aide to join our team at the South Hills Tertiary Psychiatric Rehabilitation Centre in Kamloops, B.C. The role involves providing hands‑on personal care and emotional support to patients in a 20‑bed unit focused on rehabilitation and community reintegration.

We’re looking for a compassionate, dependable, and emotionally intelligent individual who is genuinely committed to supporting people through some of their most vulnerable moments. The ideal candidate brings a calm, patient presence and is comfortable providing hands‑on personal care while building respectful, therapeutic relationships with patients. The successful candidate is a strong team player who communicates clearly, follows established procedures, and can adapt to a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

This role requires someone who is observant, attentive to detail, and can recognize changes in patient behaviour or well‑being and respond appropriately. The candidate must be confident in maintaining a safe and supportive environment, including the ability to handle challenging situations using non‑violent crisis intervention techniques.

• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career growth opportunities
• Employer‑paid training and education
• Balanced lifestyle support

The Psychiatric Aide performs a variety of duties in the personal care and emotional support of patients, including assisting with daily living activities, monitoring patients’ health and safety, and supporting therapeutic activities. These duties are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, standards, and philosophies of the South Hills Tertiary Psychiatric Rehabilitation Centre, Tertiary Mental Health and Addictions Services, and Interior Health.

The unit consists of two 20‑bed sections designed for the treatment of adults with serious and persistent symptoms of mental illness. The program focuses on rehabilitation and recovery, with the goal of preparing individuals for community reintegration. Admission is by physician referral only, and most patients are transferred from hospital to hospital using patient transport or ambulance services.

Shift times are 08:00–20:00, 20:00–08:00, with shift types including days, evenings, and nights. This is a casual opportunity—hours can vary from 0 to 37.5 hours per week. Many careers begin with casual employment and may lead to permanent or temporary positions.

By joining our team, you will leverage your skills to make a meaningful professional and personal impact. Your contributions will shape the future of the organization and enrich the community, extending far beyond the workplace.

• Grade 12 education
• Resident Care Attendant Certificate
• One year of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Current First Aid, CPR, and Food Safe certificates
• Valid BC driver’s license (Class
  5)
• BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker registry (include registration number)
• BC Community Care Association (BCCA) registration number