Posted 6 months ago
Psychiatric Aide
@ Interior Health Authority
Kamloops, British Columbia
Overview
Interior Health Authority is hiring a casual Psychiatric Aide at the South Hills Tertiary Psychiatric Rehabilitation Centre in Kamloops, B.C. The role provides personal care and emotional support to adults with serious and persistent mental illness across day, evening and night shifts. The posting states a casual schedule with no guaranteed hours, ranging from 0 to 37.5 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care and emotional support to patients
- Observe and respond to changes in patient behaviour or well-being
- Maintain a safe and supportive environment
- Handle challenging situations with non-violent crisis intervention
- Follow policies, procedures and standards of Interior Health
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12
- Resident Care Attendant Certificate
- One year of recent related experience or equivalent
- Current First Aid, CPR and Food Safe certificates
- Valid BC Class 5 driver's licence
- BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker registry
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Resident Care Attendant Certificate, First Aid, CPR, Food Safe, Class 5, BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker registry |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training |
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Interior Health Authority
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Full company description
With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient manner, to the highest professional and quality standards. Our uniqueness is in who we are and where we are. Our geographical location offers the choice of an active urban lifestyle or quiet rural setting. Whether you’re in clinical care, management, or in a supporting role, your impact will be felt. Your passion and motivation combined with our commitment to set new standards of excellence makes Interior Health the right choice for you. We thrive as a direct result of state-of-the-art equipment, forwarding thinking and strong leadership. We are here for your whole life from career choices to family benefits to work/life balance. At Interior Health there is always room to grow.
- LinkedIn followers
- 44,807
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 10,028
- Reported office locations
- 505 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 0C5, CA
- Other recorded names
- Interior Health Authority
- Specialties
- Health Care
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Kelowna, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2001 |
| Specialties | Health Care |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,354 |
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We are currently seeking a casual Psychiatric Aide to join our team at the South Hills Tertiary Psychiatric Rehabilitation Centre in Kamloops, B.C.
Who are we looking for?
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 observant and attentive to detail, who can recognize changes in patient behaviour or well-being and respond appropriately. We are looking for someone who is confident in maintaining a safe and supportive environment, including the ability to handle challenging situations using non-violent crisis intervention techniques.
What we offer:
• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career Growth
• Employer paid training/education
• Balanced lifestyle
What Will You Work On?
The Psychiatric Aide performs a variety of duties in the personal care and emotional support of patients. These duties are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, standards and philosophies of Hillside Interior Acute Psychiatric Centre; Tertiary Mental Health and Addictions Services, and Interior Health.
About this unit
South Hills Tertiary Psychiatric Rehabilitation consists of two - 20 bed units specifically designed for the treatment of adults with serious and persistent symptoms of mental illness. This program is focused on rehabilitation and recovery with the goal of preparing individuals for community reintegration. Admission is by physician referral only. In most cases individuals will be transferred from hospital to hospital using Patient Transport or ambulance services.
The programs within the tertiary umbrella of services are provided within the service delivery framework of psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery. Rehabilitation combines empowering principles with practical strategies in facilitating recovery for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. The goal is to improve the quality of life for individuals by assisting them to assume responsibility over their lives and to function as actively and independently in society as possible. The programs are designed to both strengthen the individual’s skills and to develop the environmental supports necessary to sustain the individual in the community.
Scheduling Information:
Shift times are from 08:00 to 20:00, 20:00 to 08:00 hours and shift types are days, evenings and nights. This is a Casual opportunity. Casual means there are no guaranteed hours and work requirements can vary from 0 - 37.5 hours per week. Many careers with us begin with casual employment and lead to permanent or temporary career opportunities.
How will you create an impact?
By joining our IH team, you'll have the platform to leverage your skills and expertise for meaningful impact both professionally and personally. Your contributions will not only shape the future of our organization but also enrich the community, leaving a lasting legacy that extends far beyond the confines of the workplace.
Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you
We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all. We offer the opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.
Come live, work and play where others only vacation. Make a difference. Love your work. Apply today!
Qualfications
Education, Training and Experience:
• Grade 12
• Resident Care Attendant Certificate
• One-year recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Current First Aid, CPR, and Food Safe Certificates
• A valid BC driver’s license (Class 5)
• BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker registry (please include your registration number)
As part of your application, please ensure to:
• Upload your resume, cover letter (if Out of Province indicate if you are relocating to the area and when)
• Upload a copy of your Certificate
• Upload copy of your Food Safe Certificate (Must be valid prior to starting the position)
• Upload copy of your First Aid and CPR
• Provide your BCCA registration #
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