Posting Title

C Nurse 4A - Nurse

Position Classification

Nurse 4A (C)

Union

BCN

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Vernon, BC V1T 9V2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$78,307.82 - $107,808.03 annually

Close Date

8/17/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre (MATC)

Job Summary

The Team
The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre is a designated mental health facility within the Ministry of Children and Family Development, offering services in Coquitlam, Prince George, and Vernon, along with outreach support across the province. Our multidisciplinary team includes Child and Youth Care Workers, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Nurses, Indigenous Child Care Counsellors, and Recreation staff, who bring a wide range of skills and lived experiences. Together, we work with respect, shared responsibility, and cultural humility to support the mental health and well-being of young people and their families.

The Role
The Nurse is a key member of an interdisciplinary team providing specialized mental health treatment and support to youth. This role delivers direct clinical services, including health and mental health assessments, treatment planning, medication management, safety planning, case coordination, and health education. Working collaboratively with youth, families, caregivers, health professionals, and community partners, the Nurse supports integrated, culturally informed care across residential, school, community, and Satellite settings. Through clinical expertise, advocacy, and coordination of services, this position helps young people achieve their treatment goals, safely navigate the healthcare system, and successfully transition to community-based supports. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth while contributing to innovative and recovery-oriented mental health services.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered or eligible for immediate registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Note: "Immediately eligible for registration" means meeting all requirements for full professional registration and completing the registration process with the relevant BC professional association within six (6) months of employment.
• One (1) or more years of experience providing direct nursing care and clinical interventions to children, youth and families.
• Must possess and maintain a valid class 5 BC Driver's license with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).

Preference may be given for:

• Successful completion of Basic First Aid.
• Current CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification.
• Experience working with adolescents from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

Proviso / Willingness Statements:

• Shift work is a requirement as this is a 24-hour facility. Must be able to work days, evenings, midnights and weekends.
• Travel, as necessary, is a requirement; you may be required to use your own vehicle, with appropriate insurance, on an expense account basis.
• Must be able to deal with aggressive and sometimes abusive youth in a professional manner.
• Must be able to provide educational training to support youth, families, correctional staff, and community partners.
• Must be able to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team in a secure custody setting.
• Must be willing and able to provide First Aid coverage and medical support for staff, as required under WorkSafeBC guidelines.

About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
Part time hours may be considered, if requested.
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.

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 you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

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 the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Job Category

Health Services, Social Services

Additional Information

Job Profile 124759 C NURSE 4 - Nurse