This is a casual position. Shifts are offered on an as-needed basis, in accordance with operational requirements and the applicable Collective Agreement. Employees may be contacted to fill available shifts based on their availability and operational needs.

Under the direction of the Program Director and Clinical Coordinator, and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, the LPN provides a broad range of nursing functions and direct care; including psychiatric and physical assessments, crisis interventions, medication administration, group facilitation and other duties as required. The LPN role is in accordance with the LPN scope of practice and clinical direction is provided by the RPN/RN on duty. The LPN is responsible for implementing the delivery of trauma-informed care for people that may have or have experienced homelessness, severe addictions, mental illness, concurrent disorders, trauma and family, cultural and community disconnection.

As a member of the multi-disciplinary team, the nurse shares information with team and other professionals in relation to client progress, care planning and interventions. Graduation from a recognized program for Licensed Practical Nurses and ability to maintain full practising licensewith the BCCNM Class 5 Driver's License Valid First Aid Certificate (“Emergency First Aid – Community Care” or equivalent) Criminal Records Clearance from the BC Ministry of Justice.

Immunization

Records A positive understanding of the issues facing women / men with complex needs related to psychiatric disability, addiction, past trauma / victimization. A good understanding of mental illness, addiction issues, psychotrophic medications and psychosocial rehabilitation principles/ strengths-based model. Knowledge of, and ability to implement psychosocial rehabilitation framework and strength-based, recovery-oriented techniques Knowledge of trauma-informed care.





Knowledge of and ability to implement techniques related to concurrent disorders (mental illness and addiction), including motivation enhancement techniques and harm reduction. Knowledge of an ability to work with the culturally diverse group of clients, including Aboriginal clients. Knowledge of housing issues and community resources in Metro Vancouver.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Ability to operate related equipment (i.e. computers) Coast Mental Health (Coast) is one of the largest mental health non-profit societies in Canada and operates a large array of innovative housing and community-based rehabilitation services for people with a mental illness living in and around Vancouver. Coast operates in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia providing approximately 1000 people with supportive housing and 4000 clients living in the community with a wide variety of programs and services. Coast fosters a client-driven, recovery-oriented environment that promotes restoring health, personal growth and a return to society for individuals with a mental illness through advocacy and providing direct programs and services.

Coast is deeply invested in cultural safety, reconciliation, and anti-racism. Our employees receive training on cultural humility, trauma-informed practice, and inclusive leadership. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and value lived experience alongside professional qualifications.

We operate client-centered care under the principles of psychosocial rehabilitation.





We offer a variety of work placement opportunities within the organization. We care about our employees, and believe in living our values and culture throughout the organization Vision Care, Dental Care, Prescription Drugs, Naturopath, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Group Life, Massage therapy, Physiotherapy, and Unlimited Out-of-Province and Out-of-Country Emergencies. ~ Long-term disability programs.Short-term disability programs available to exempt positions only. ~5 days of paid leave for Indigenous Employees for Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual events per year. ~8 weeks of paid leave for gender affirming care for medical procedures for transgender and gender diverse employees, cumulative total. ~ Employee and Family Assistance Program, which includes personal counselling, Life Coaching, Financial Coaching, Legal Referral and Advisory Services, and Health Coaching. In addition, Coast provides a cognitive behavioural therapy program (CBT abilities program) and Headversity for managing a variety of life issues and includes self-paced therapeutic support. ~ Municipal Pension Plan with guaranteed lifetime monthly pension when you retire.

For any unionized positions, current/internal Coast employees must apply within seven (7) days of the posting date withtheir internal UKG account (using their Coast email address), in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Current/internal Coast employees who apply to a unionized position using an external account (or email), or after the seven (7) day deadline will be considered an external candidate.

Coast Mental

Health is committed to creating a culture of diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion or disability. #

📌 LPN Ambulatory Care (Surrey)
🏢 Coast Mental Health
📍 Surrey