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Community Nurse

Surrey, BC
Hybrid
Posted Aug 25, 2026
1 position

$87,377–$117,319 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Sep 24, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 3 days per week
Seniority: Associate

Job summary

Provide essential mental health services, counselling, and treatment to youth involved in the justice system. Coordinate care as a primary nursing therapist or case manager within a multi-disciplinary team.

Job details

Ministry of Children and Family Development Surrey (Hybrid) Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement. Community Nurse $84,377.23 - $117,319.15 annually The Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services team is an established group committed to providing essential mental health services to young people involved in the justice system. This team works closely with probation services, community agencies and contracted service providers, as well as Youth Custody Services staff to deliver Court-ordered assessments and treatments. Join us in making a significant impact by supporting youth who are navigating complex legal and mental health challenges. In this role, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, directly caring for adolescents facing a variety of mental health and behavioral challenges. You will serve as a primary nursing therapist, case manager, or co-therapist, providing essential counselling, treatment and consultation. You will also prepare reports related to assessment and treatment of young persons in conflict with the law. This position allows you to exercise significant clinical independence, coordinating care and resources to address complex issues. Your work will make a meaningful impact on the lives of adolescents, supporting their mental health and overall well-being within a collaborative and supportive team environment. For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service, please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca). Qualifications for this role include: Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing from a recognized university. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in psychiatric nursing. An equivalent combination of nursing diploma and related nursing experiences and licensed to practice nursing in BC may be considered. Licensed to practice and registered under the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Preference may be given to applicants with the following: Two (2) or more years’ experience working with adolescents in a forensic or community mental health setting. For more information and to apply online by September 15th, 2026, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/125118

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing or Psychiatric Nursing and registration with the BCCNM. A minimum of three years of experience in psychiatric nursing is required.