Posting Title

H NURSE 4A - Nurse

Position Classification

Nurse 4A (H)

Union

BCN

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Coquitlam, BC V3K 7B9 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$72,751.32 to $107,808.03 annually

Close Date

9/8/2025

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre

Job Summary

The Team
The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre operates under the Provincial Services Division of the Ministry of Children and Family Development as a designated provincial mental health facility. It provides a comprehensive range of services—including on-site care, community outreach, and ancillary supports—designed to collaboratively assist youth, families, and communities across British Columbia. The Centre serves adolescents aged 12 to 17 who are experiencing significant psychiatric, behavioural, and/or emotional challenges. It also provides specialized services for youth who have been deemed Not Criminally Responsible by Reason of a Mental Disorder (NCRMD) or Unfit to Stand Trial under the Criminal Code of Canada and the Youth Criminal Justice Act. In addition to clinical care, The Maples offers community consultation, professional training and capacity-building initiatives, and the dissemination of current research and literature. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the Centre aims to strengthen the ability of communities to plan for and support high-needs youth, with an emphasis on delivering care as close to home as possible.

For more information about The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre please view our short video here.

The Role
Under the supervision of a Shift Supervisor or Program Coordinator, this position plays a critical role within a multidisciplinary team, delivering direct and comprehensive nursing care to clients at The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre. The incumbent contributes meaningfully to the well-being of youth, families, and communities by facilitating a broad spectrum of mental health services, including on-site, outreach, community-based, and ancillary support. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to joining a dedicated team that upholds an inclusive and supportive environment, fostering positive outcomes for children, youth, and their families.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM) with a designation of RPN or RN.

• Standard First Aid & CPR-C & AED.

• A valid class 5 BC Driver’s license with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience working with adolescents from diverse cultural backgrounds.

• 1 year work experience in the field of adolescent psychiatry.

• Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1.

Willingness Statements:

• Shift work is a requirement as this is a 24-hour facility. Must be able to work days, evenings, midnights and weekends.

• Will be required to support 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 WorkSafeBC guidelines.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Crystal.Lai@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There are currently three (3) positions available:

• Two (2) full-time permanent opportunities; AND
• One (1) temporary if-and-when-needed opportunity until 08/28/2026, with the possibility of extension and/or the position becoming permanent.

These positions have 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:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. 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.

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.

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Job Category

Health Services, Social Services