H NURSE 4 Nurse-CLOSING DATE EXTENDED

The Team
The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre is a program of Provincial Services Division of the Ministry of Children and Family Development. The Maples is a designated provincial mental health facility providing on-site community outreach and ancillary services to collaboratively support youth families and communities. The Maples target population consists of troubled youth in British Columbia with significant psychiatric and/or behavioural and/or emotional difficulties ages 12 to 17; as well as youth found Not Criminally Responsible by Reason of a Mental Disorder (NCRMD) or Unfit to Stand Trial under the Criminal Code of Canada & Youth Criminal Justice Act. Additional services include community consultation service training/capacity building opportunities and ongoing sharing of current literature. Through a multi-disciplinary approach our objective is to collaboratively enhance the capacity of communities to plan and care for challenging youth through a closer to home focus.

The Role
Under the direction of a Shift Supervisor or Program Coordinator the Nurse 4A performs vital work as a member of an interdisciplinary team providing direct comprehensive nursing care to clients at The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre. This position impacts the lives of youth families and communities by offering on-site community outreach and ancillary mental health services. Candidates should be excited to join a passionate team committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where children youth and their families thrive.Please check out this video and Experience Requirements

• Registered or eligible for immediate registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience working with adolescents from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• 1 years work experience in the field of adolescent psychiatry.
• Standard First Aid & CPR-C & AED.
• Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1.

Willingness Statements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Drivers License with no restrictions and meets the transportation requirements of the Ministry.
• Shift work is a requirement as this is a 24-hour facility. Must be able to work days/ evenings/ midnights/ weekends.
• Will be required to work around youth who are distressed and facing challenges which may occasionally involve exposure to unpleasant situations or behaviour with angry abusive or abused clients; exposure to hazards from frequently working around youth in crisis who may display volatile behaviour.
• Travel as necessary is a requirement.
• Provide First Aid coverage and medical support for staff as required under WorkSafe BC guidelines.

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About this Position:
AMENDMENT JANUARY 26 2026: CLOSING DATE EXTENDED UNTIL FEBRUARY 10 2026.
There are two (2) permanent positions and three (3) temporary positions available. The temporary opportunities are until February 1 positions may be extended or become permanent.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future 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.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples such as your responsibilities projects youve worked on or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process including helpful tips and videos about the application process visit theYour Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining aCareer Conversation.

Cover Letter: NO- Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES- Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES- You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge skills abilities competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying visit theTechnical Assistancepage of MyHR.