Posted 2 months ago
Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) | Mental Health and Substance Use
@ Interior Health Authority
Lillooet, British Columbia
Overview
Interior Health Authority is hiring a casual Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse for its Mental Health and Substance Use team in Lillooet, BC. The nurse provides outreach, assessment, treatment, case management and shared care for people with serious mental illness or problematic substance use. Work is Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30, with 0 to 37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis and no guaranteed hours.
Responsibilities:
- Assess, treat and case manage clients with serious mental health or substance use problems
- Provide urgent outreach and response to clients in crisis
- Deliver specialized treatment to individuals, groups and families
- Provide GP shared care and education
Requirements summary:
- Graduation from an approved school of nursing
- Two years' recent mental health and substance use experience, or equivalent
- Current BCCNM registration
- Valid B.C. driver's licence
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Nursing & personal care |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Client sites, Hospital or clinic, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | BCCNM registration |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required) |
| Fields of study | Nursing |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, 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
- No
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 | 1,365 |
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Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) to join our Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) team in Lillooet, BC. If Nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible and motivated individual interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, apply today!
Who We Are
Interior Health (IH) is committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work life balance is promoted within the IH team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in the Interior Health region from our employees to the population we serve.
What We Offer
We offer a range of employee benefits and services for eligible positions, to support you at every stage of your career:
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Generous Vacation Entitlement
• Employer Paid Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Shift Premiums
• Competitive wages
About the Job
The Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse:
• Functions as a member of the larger Hospitals & Communities Integrated Services (HCIS) or Tertiary Mental Health Services multi-disciplinary care team
• Ensures that persons with serious severe and persistent mental health problems, and/or problematic substance use and/or development disability issues who may or may not be in crisis have access to timely, responsive, evidence based treatment and clinical supports across the continuum of available services
• Provides assessment, treatment, case management, community support, and as required, urgent response to clients who may also have serious functional impairment in the domains of physical health and personal, family, financial, occupational, and social life
• Functions as a primary clinician utilizing a variety of specialized treatment modalities/therapies for individuals, groups of clients and/or their families
In accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Rural and Remote Mental Health and Substance Use Nurse works as an integral part of an integrated mental health and substance use service. The Nurse provides urgent outreach, responsive assessment and treatment, case management, GP shared care, education, and support to individuals experiencing acute and/or chronic mental illness and/or problem substance use.
This is a Casual opportunity. Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work and can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.
Shifts of work will be Monday to Friday days from 08:30 to 16:30 hours.
About this Location
Amidst the rugged beauty of British Columbia's interior, you will find Lillooet; a community that beckons travelers with its rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. Known as the Land of the Gold Rush Trail, this charming town offers a glimpse into its storied past through heritage sites like the Lillooet Museum and the Old Suspension Bridge.
Outdoor enthusiasts will be captivated by the rugged beauty of the surrounding mountains, rivers, and valleys, which provide a natural playground for an abundance of adventures. Tackle the hot and dry summers by visiting the tantalizing Seton Lake, with an array of activities such as swimming, boating, paddle boarding, canoeing, kayaking, trout fishing, and hiking to the wonderful views from the lookout point. Lillooet's warm climate also makes it a prime destination for vineyard tours and wine tasting, with the burgeoning wine industry adding a modern twist to its historical charm.
With its welcoming atmosphere and wealth of experiences, Lillooet invites residents and visitors to explore its hidden treasures and discover the allure of the Cariboo region.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers!
Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply Today!
Qualfications
• Graduation from an approved school of nursing
• Two (2) years’ recent related experience in a mental health and substance use environment or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Current valid B.C. driver’s license
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