Position Summary Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Follow the path to an exciting career as a Registered Care Aide at GR Baker Memorial Hospital.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, & RN/RPN’s, the Registered Care Aide-MHSU provides assistance to patients with acute mental illness and substance use disorders within a variety of services i.e. Psychiatry, Emergency (Quick Response Team), Inpatient Withdrawal units. This position provides support as directed by the care plan utilizing psychosocial rehabilitation principles in all care aspects.

Qualfications

Must have current registration with the BC Care Aide Registry.

Grade 10 plus graduation from a recognized Nursing Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience and registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license.

Skills and Abilities

Basic knowledge of Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation, psychiatric disorders, medications and side effects, withdrawal management and psychosocial rehabilitation principles

Ability to establish and maintain rapport with patients including conflict resolution and crisis intervention skills.

Ability to operate related equipment/instruments.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Ability to prioritize duties and responsibilities.

Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Where you will be working: Facility: Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through





GR Baker Memorial Hospital

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More about Northern Health Northern Health (NH) boasts the most affordable communities in BC to live, work, and play. NH covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometres and offers health services in 26 communities, 55 First Nations communities, 11 Métis chartered communities, and Inuit families.

We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You! Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

Benefits for Indigenous Employees: Ceremonial, Cultural, and Spiritual Leave, Access to NH Indigenous Community of Practice.

Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.

Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.

Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.

Employee referral program with attractive incentives.

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.

Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.

Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

International Applicants Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants

📌 REGISTERED CARE AIDE, MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE (Winnipeg)
🏢 Northern Health
📍 Winnipeg