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As a High Risk/Outreach Clinician, you will play a key role in supporting high risk youth and their families in Chilliwack and surrounding areas. You will provide community-based mental health care and direct clinical services. These services include intake, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and crisis intervention for children, youth, and their families who are hard to reach or face barriers accessing traditional Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) office-based services. You'll consult with community agencies, schools, hospitals, and other ministry programs, playing a vital role in community education, development, and early intervention programs. This role provides the chance to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, making a meaningful difference in the mental health and well-being of children and youth. You will thrive in a compassionate, collaborative environment where your skills and dedication will positively affect the lives of children, youth, and families.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s in counselling, Social Work, Educational Counselling, Clinical Counselling, Clinical Psychology or Child and Youth Care or comparable graduate degree at the Master’s level in a similar subject may be considered.
  • NOTE: If your degree was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES). You must provide a basic report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
• Minimum of one (1) year full-time experience in a treatment role working with children and youth with mental health and/or substance use challenges.
• Must possess and maintain 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:

• Two (2) or more years of experience in a treatment role working with children and youth with mental health and/or substance use challenges.
• Experience using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) with children and/or youth.
• Experience treating children and youth with suicidal risk.
• Experience with family based treatment.
• Experience with trauma-informed practice.
• Experience providing services utilizing an outreach model.
• Experience providing services utilizing a strength-based case management model and multi-disciplinary wrap around services.
• Experience liaising with or working in hospital settings.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to one (1) day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.
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.

Forensic Services Officer BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Coquitlam, BC

What is the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital?

The Forensic Psychiatric Hospital (FPH) is a 190-bed secure facility located in Coquitlam, B.C., on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded core territory of the kwikwəƛ'əm First Nation (Kwikwetlem). We treat people who have been found not criminally responsible for a crime or unfit to stand trial due to a mental health disorder. We deliver services to patients using the "Clinical Program Model," which aims to deliver high-quality care to meet the specific needs of patients and is currently the best practice in health care.

Learn about working as a member of the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital team.

Watch this video to learn about working with BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services!

What you'll do

• Provide safe and secure escort for court remanded and maximum security persons to other facilities, including secure facilities, hospitals and specialists outside of the hospital; assumes custody and transport persons in custody from outside agencies to the hospital; transport and escort persons to video courts, as required; searches all persons in custody prior to escort to ensure the person is not carrying any dangerous items and/or illegal substances to ensure the safety and protection to the public and employees of the other agencies.
• In support of the clinical risk assessment of in-custody patients, consult with clinical staff and other resources to determine the security risk and classification of in custody escorts including determining appropriate security precautions; applies restraining devices such as handcuffs, belts, leg irons and belly chains and/or other restraint devices or techniques as required when providing patient escort and security services; ensures required documentation is available for the escort of persons in custody.
• Respond to and investigate all instances of escape including the search and custody of persons who have escaped the hospital; work with local police in the event of an emergency security breaches and/or patient escapes; maintain building and ground security by incorporating regular patrols, maintaining and monitoring alarm systems, communication systems, safety and emergency equipment; provides staffing training in the use of alarm systems, procedures and selected restraint equipment; ensure only authorized vehicles enter and leave the facility.
• Interact with persons in custody in aggressive and/or volatile situations to diffuse the situation and reduce the escalation of aggression by utilizing appropriate de-escalation and safe non harmful control techniques consistent with existing policies and procedures to secure patients on escort who may become agitated in order to maintain custody and ensure the safety of the public.
• Provide direction to, and maintain custody of patients while in court; exchanges information with outside agencies such as Police, Fire Departments, Coroners Office, Sheriff Detachments and Corrections as appropriate; provides security services for BC Review Board members and other visitors such as court reporters, lawyers and other hospital staff; supports the multi-disciplinary planning and coordination of security plans for the transport of patients with other agencies for all high profile cases.

What you bring

Qualifications:

• Grade 12, plus two (2) years recent related experience in a secure correctional or mental health facility, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Completion of a recognized defensive tactics course including training in the use of force, metal detection, search and seizure. Occupational First Aid Level 2.
• Eligible for appointment as a Special Provincial Constable. Current CPR certificate and valid BC Class IV Driver's license.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and effective interpersonal skills including the ability to control and direct hostile/aggressive behaviour of persons in custody.
• Solid understanding of the use of force and applicable legislation as it relates to the able to retrain uncooperative, hostile or violent persons
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

• Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Casual (0.01 FTE)
Wage: $28.95 per hour.

2% of the straight-time hourly rate of pay for employees working in Minimum and Medium security units and community settings; 4% of the straight-time hourly rate of pay for employees working in Maximum and Multi-level security units.
Location: 70 Colony Farm Road, Coquitlam, BC V3C 5X9

What we do

BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services (BCMHSUS) cares for people with complex mental health and substance use challenges.

BCMHSUS is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( PHSA ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BCMHSUS are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments' unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey-one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

Reporting to the assigned supervisor, the Housing & Health Nurse (HHN) is responsible for providing assessment and consultative services for applicants and tenants with complex social and healthcare needs and/or behavioural problems. He/she/they provide training programs and critical event stress management defusing services; and liaise with regional and community health authorities, non-profit housing societies, and co-operative housing groups. The position currently registered as Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) or both may provide direct service delivery to clients participating in BC Housing Programs and provide clinical oversight to other Housing and Health Services staff.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Degree from a recognized program for Registered Nurses or Registered Psychiatric Nurses.
• Eligible to practice nursing in the Province of British Columbia as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN).
• Extensive experience working with persons with psychiatric disorders and complex social and/or health care needs and/or behavioural issues in a community setting.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of signs and symptoms of common medical conditions
• Considerable working knowledge of medications usually prescribed for common medical conditions
• Considerable knowledge of the signs and symptoms of common psychiatric disorders
• Considerable working knowledge of the use of psychotropic medications including contraindications, precautions, adverse effects and usual dosage and route of administration.
• Considerable knowledge of non-pharmaceutical treatment options for the treatment of psychiatric disorders
• Considerable knowledge and skills in psychosocial rehabilitation principles
• Considerable knowledge of the different types of mental health and/or addiction housing models
• Sound knowledge of substance abuse and the different types of treatment programs for substance abuse
• Sound knowledge of the role of community health resources and other social services
• Ability to provide consultation services, crisis intervention, and initiate/coordinate referrals to external agencies for services
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to prepare assessment and consultation reports within established time frames
• Ability to independently plan, organize, and adapt to a changing workload
• Ability to establish workload priorities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment
• Ability to work with a diverse population from various socioeconomic backgrounds
• Ability to deliver training programs
• Ability to provide critical event stress management defusing services to individuals following a traumatic event
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to develop positive working relationships with other agencies and service providers
• Excellent assessment and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Requires travel and working periodic evenings. For positions outside of the Lower Mainland, extensive travel required.
• Valid BC Driver’s License and a reliable vehicle in order to respond to emergency and time-sensitive situation
• Maintain current registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives
• Criminal Record Check required.

Reporting to the Manager, Hazardous Materials, Construction Occupational Health and Safety, the Occupational Health & Safety Advisor provides training, administration, project management, and advice relating to BC Housing’s hazardous materials program, contractor safety program, and OHS program.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in occupational health and safety, construction safety officer/specialist, environmental studies, or other relevant field.
• Considerable directly related work experience, including experience in training adult learners, and health and safety practices.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the Employer.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of the WorkSafeBC Regulations and Workers Compensation Act as well as having some knowledge of other authorities having jurisdiction like the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy.
• Working knowledge of building, mechanical and electrical systems as well as the BC Building Code.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices associated with business analysis and business process improvement.
• Working knowledge/ability to estimate costs for abatement of hazardous materials.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of business tools, templates, software applications and processes to support the various OHS programs.
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and SharePoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, organizational and project leadership skills.
• Strong communication, facilitation, conflict resolution, relationship management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and manage projects, and act as contract administrator.
• Ability to provide training and/or presentations for small to large groups of people.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them through to completion.
• Ability to work under pressure in meeting deadlines and changing priorities.
• Ability to work effectively in a variety of team settings and ability to work independently.
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence and ability to travel on Commission business and work occasional evenings and weekends as required.
• Due to the nature of this role, a valid class 5 driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Legacy, and working closely with the Director, Gift & Estate Planning, the Philanthropy Manager plays a central role in connecting with donors to inspire and support meaningful legacy gifts that reflect their values, life story, and vision for the future. This role is all about people and gift planning, engaging directly with donors, building relationships, and guiding them through thoughtful conversations to explore meaningful legacy options.

More specifically, you will:

• Lead personalized donor conversations: Manage a portfolio of legacy donors and prospects, connecting one-to-one through in-person visits, phone, and email, primarily across British Columbia, to explore legacy giving options, inspire donors, and secure and confirm deferred gifts.

• Steward and deepen relationships: Develop and deliver tailored stewardship strategies for current Legacy Circle members, ensuring each donor feels recognized, valued, and celebrated.

• Strengthen and expand advisor relationships: Deepen connections with professional advisors, grow our network, and assist with local and regional engagement efforts to increase visibility and support for the legacy program through direct collaboration with influential advisors.

• Maintain and enhance legacy resources: Work with the Associate Director, Legacy, to proactively identify enhancements to keep tools accurate, compelling, and accessible across digital and print platforms.

• Integrate legacy into broader strategies: Collaborate with Foundation teams to embed legacy giving into broader fundraising and donor engagement strategies, including contributing to donor visit planning and proactively planning and partnering for internal legacy education initiatives to share knowledge across the organization.

What you bring

We understand that no single candidate will perfectly meet all the qualifications outlined for this job posting. The following highlights the qualifications we consider important.

As a Philanthropy Manager, you are passionate about building meaningful relationships with donors and professional advisors. You bring a proven track record of guiding prospective legacy donors through thoughtful conversations that lead to Legacy Circle membership and confirmed planned gifts. You have a strong understanding of gift planning concepts, such as Wills, bequests, registered assets, and insurance, and a familiarity with basic estate and tax considerations relevant to legacy giving. While extensive technical expertise is not required, you approach these conversations with confidence, curiosity, and a natural ease in connecting with donors.

In addition, you bring:

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in a relevant field (e.g., marketing, communications, business, political science, humanities).
• Minimum five years of direct fundraising experience, with significant exposure to gift and legacy planning, or related professional advisor work.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) applied to the preparation of proposals, reports and presentations.
• Strong knowledge and experience using databases; Raiser’s Edge NXT is an asset.
• CFRE designation, and current or past CAGP membership are assets.
• A class 5 driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation.
• A flexible schedule that allows for donor visits and tours, onsite meetings, and occasional after-hours events and meetings.
• An affinity for our values – Think Big, Lead with Heart and Step Up

What you can expect

Ensuring that kids receive the best health care imaginable is no small task, therefore taking care of our team is a top priority. To help you power the possible and to support you in your health, well-being, and career growth, in additional to competitive compensation, we offer perks like a hybrid work environment (minimum of two days per week in office) and nine-day fortnight schedule, generous vacation, topnotch health and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, and a commitment to professional development.

The hiring range for this position is between $89,300 and $99,000. At BCCHF, we are committed to ensuring that compensation is fair and equitable. Your placement in the salary range will be determined by your experience, relevant skills, and qualifications as they relate to this role.

Please note that all team members of BCCHF are required to complete vulnerable sector criminal record check as a condition of employment.

We are looking for a Philanthropy Coordinator to join our Corporate Partnerships team to provide logistical and administrative support to the team, with the aim of enhancing experiences for our corporate donors. Reporting to the Corporate Partnership Manager, the successful candidate will bring a proactive and solutions-oriented approach to supporting donor events, stewardship & volunteer management for donors. In addition, the Coordinator will have the opportunity to work directly with their own portfolio of donors, building relationships and growing these entry level partnerships.

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate donor engagement and fundraising activities for Corporate Partnerships Manager & Philanthropy Associates portfolios, including liaising with donors, creating collateral, event support and data entry into Raiser’s Edge.
• Manage a portfolio of existing corporate partners; provide support for their campaigns and donations and continually look for ways to enhance relationships these partners.
• Manage and review incoming independent community event requests from corporate partners and provide support to these events as needed.
• Prepare briefing and debriefing notes for donor meetings and ensuring follow-up on identified actions; manage next steps as needed, either independently or in a supporting role, depending on the donor.
• Maintain donor records in donor database, proactively input notes and actions and ensure information/actions are brought forward.
• In partnership with Volunteer Relations, coordinate corporate volunteer engagement opportunities, including outreach volunteers and corporate impact days
• Collaborate with the Experience team to develop recognition and stewardship processes in order to ensure meaningful and consistent stewardship activities for corporate partners; assist in the planning of recognition initiatives as needed.
• Request prospective donor funding opportunities from the Strategic Partnerships team and review them to determine next steps.
• Provide high-level administrative support including coordinating meetings, preparing expense report and managing donor mail-outs
• Collaborate with other teams across the Foundation and Hospital to support and strengthen donor relationships.

What you bring

We understand that no single candidate will perfectly meet all the qualifications outlined for this job posting. The following highlights the qualifications we consider important.

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., administration, business, marketing, fundraising, etc).
• Minimum of three years’ experience working in administration, project management, event support/coordination or other relevant experience; experience working in a non-profit fundraising environment is considered an asset.
• Well-developed time management and organization skills with an ability to efficiently manage a diverse range of assignments while meeting multiple deadlines
• Demonstrated knowledge of fundraising
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with people at all levels, including donors, hospital partners, senior volunteers, patient families and internal colleagues.
• Excellent customer service ethic with an ability to create and foster positive relationships.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and with discretion
• Passion for project management & coordination
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and project management tools (ex. Asana).
• Experience with database administration; Raiser’s Edge experience is an asset.
• An affinity for our values – Think Big, Step Up, and Lead with Heart.

What you can expect

Ensuring that kids receive the best health care imaginable is no small task, therefore taking care of our team is a top priority. To help you power the possible and to support you in your health, well-being, and career growth, in additional to competitive compensation, we offer perks like a hybrid work environment (minimum of two days per week in office) and nine-day fortnight schedule, generous vacation, topnotch health and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, and a commitment to professional development.

The hiring range for this position is between $59,670 and $66,000. At BCCHF, we are committed to ensuring that compensation is fair and equitable. Your placement in the salary range will be determined by your experience, relevant skills, and qualifications as they relate to this role.

Please note that all team members of BCCHF are required to complete vulnerable sector criminal record check as a condition of employment.

• Facility and Work Location- L'Assomption,  
• Employee Type -  Regular Employee FT  Salaried

Requisition ID: 15432 
Department: Community & Social Services Dept. 
Service: Long Term Care Services 
Employment Type: Multiple Casual Positions
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
Salary Information: $33.881- $39.647per hour (2024 rates of pay)
Location: Various - 200 Island Lodge Road, 55 Lodge Road, 9 Meridian Place, 275 Perrier Avenue
City: Ottawa, ON 
Job Category: Long term Care
Application Close: 28/11/2025

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing.       
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.  
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. 
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Requisition ID: 17180 
Department: Ottawa Public Health 
Service: Ottawa Public Health Dept. 
Branch: ComHlth,Wellness&Chro DiseasePrevService 
Employment Type: Up to 3 Full-time Temporary-Up to 6 months
Work Hours: 35.00hours per week
Affiliation: CIPP
Salary Information: $38.547- $46.906per hour (2025 rates of pay)
Location: Various Locations (Efforts will be made to assign based on preference)
City: Ottawa, ON 
Job Category: Ottawa Public Health
Application Close: 30/06/2025

Applications received will be used to staff current and on-going requirements for up to December 31st, 2025. 

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing.       
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa’s satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.  
• Driver’s License Requirement:  This position requires the successful candidate to use their own transportation.
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.