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Community Mental Health Nurse – Developmental Disability Mental Health Team (DDMHT) (RN/RPN) – Island Health

Island Health

Job Title: Community Mental Health Nurse – Developmental Disability Mental Health Team (DDMHT) (RN/RPN)

Location: Victoria, BC

Job Description: Close DateJan. 10 2025LocationIsland Mental Health – Victoria, BC V8X 1J5 CA
Island Mental Health Nanaimo – Nanaimo, BC V9V 1C7 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteYesTravel RequirementTravel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirementShift Start Time/End Time0830-1630Days OffWeekend/StatsVacancy TypeTemp FTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$41.42 – $59.52Paid FTE1.0Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS75.0Planned Start DateJan. 27 2025Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Nov. 16 2025Pending Return of IncumbentYesCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)Required for Professional RegistrationJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator or designate, the Developmental Disability Community Mental Health Nurse is a member of an interdisciplinary care team that works within the organization s framework and standards, within a habilitative focused model. This role provides, nursing and clinical assessments, intervention, treatment, outreach and consultation services to individuals with developmental disabilities and co-existing mental health disorder, severe challenging behavior and or substance misuse, within the Vancouver Island/Gulf Island areas..Travel is a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceRegistration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant or a practicing RPN registrant. Canadian Nurses Association certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing; Recognized post basic education related to psychiatric nursing and/or mental illness; Two (2) years recent related experience including working with persons with developmental disabilities and/or mental heath and addictions disorders; A significant understanding of developmental disabilities, mental health and/or alcohol and drug use issues; Knowledge of applicable legislation, such as the Mental Health Act, the Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act and the Guardianship Act; Knowledge of available programs such as community agencies, partner organizations including Provincial Assessment Center, Community Living BC and Ministry of Children & Family Development, their interrelationships, and their function in delivering care in the community to persons with developmental disabilities, mental health and addictions illnesses; Knowledge of developmental disabilities, mental health and/or alcohol and drug use assessments, treatment methodologies, intervention strategies, the change process, and community dynamics; or An equivalent combination of education, training and experienceValid BC Driver’s License.Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to apply nursing process as required and described in BC College of Nurses and Midwives Standards of Nursing Practice.
  • Demonstrated competence congruent within the organization’s framework and standards, and a rehabilitation/recovery focused model in collaboration with client’s support network, as a member of a interdisciplinary care team, the care and treatment of concurrent disorders
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated organizational, problem solving and teaching skills
  • Demonstrated judgment, good observation and client assessment skills, tact and empathy
  • Work collaboratively as part of a interdisciplinary team, partnering with community agencies to provide continuity of care
  • Promote positive change and independence
  • Prioritize and organize workload
  • Ability to carry out the duties of the position
  • Operate a personal computer with a variety of windows based software
  • Foster good public relations
  • Operate related equipment

Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsThis position covers northern Vancouver Island region.Additional ClausesBCNU: PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE. Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement ( Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume). 1) Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting. 2) Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities. The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description.

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