Position #: 158910

Expected Start Date: September 28, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Biggar & District Health Centre

City/Town: Biggar

Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs;

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: March 28, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440

Travel Required: Yes

: As a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, the CMHN is accountable for the provision of screening, assessment, referral, case management, and treatment of individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. This includes persons who may be at risk of developing disability due to mental illness. The CMHN is accountable for the provision of education aimed at prevention and early intervention services to reduce incidence and disability due to mental illness.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

- Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing (BPN)

Licenses

- Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)

Other Education and Training

- Workplace Assessment & Violence Education (WAVE)
- Psychiatric Nursing diploma is acceptable
- Nursing diploma is acceptable
- Bachelor of Nursing is acceptable

Competencies

- Basic - Computer skills
- Basic - Public relations skills
- Basic - Organizational skills
- Intermediate - Communication skills
- Intermediate - Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

- Ability to design, initiate and conduct in service training for others.
- Knowledge and practical application of the Mental Health Services Act
- Knowledge of Mental Health Approved Home Policy & Regulations
- Ability to conduct assessments/prioritize client needs/develop treatment plans
- Knowledge in psychiatric diagnoses, treatment, and medications
- Knowledge of the Child and Family Service's Act




- Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge of Ministry of Social Services policies, procedures, and regulations

Other Information

- For more information on the town of Biggar please visit https://townofbiggar.com/
- May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
- Registered/eligible with College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of SK - CRPNS
- Biggar is located approximately 93 km west of Saskatoon
- Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, protected and patient-centred.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

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Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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