Nurse B - Community Mental Health Nurse at Saskatchewan… · Regina

Under the direction of a Manager and as part of the interdisciplinary team, the Community Mental Health Nurse provides a complex range of screening, triage, assessment, treatment and case coordination services to a community mental health and addictions population The incumbent provides program consultation and co-ordination, evaluation of clinical interventions, supervision, preceptor students in formal clinical practicum, and provides professional and public education regarding mental health and addiction issues and resources. The incumbent will provide nursing leadership and clinical expertise in the development and maintenance of community mental health and addiction treatment programs and ensure nursing practice standards are maintained.

Position #: V44172

Expected Start Date: August 17, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Population and Public Health - Regina

City/Town: Regina

Department: Community Recovery Services

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: February 05, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

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

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Under the direction of a Manager and as part of the interdisciplinary team, the Community Mental Health Nurse provides a complex range of screening, triage, assessment, treatment and case coordination services to a community mental health and addictions population The incumbent provides program consultation and co-ordination, evaluation of clinical interventions, supervision, preceptor students in formal clinical practicum, and provides professional and public education regarding mental health and addiction issues and resources. The incumbent will provide nursing leadership and clinical expertise in the development and maintenance of community mental health and addiction treatment programs and ensure nursing practice standards are maintained.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Must have min 2 yrs post grad recent recognized mental health & addiction exp

Education

• Graduation from an approved school of psychiatric nursing
• Graduate from school of general nursing with training in psychiatric nursing

Other Education and Training

• Workplace Assessment & Violence Education (WAVE)

Competencies

• Conflict resolution skills
• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Cultural competency

Knowledge and Abilities

• Able to work independently in a self motivated manner & respond under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated approaches to problem solving w/strong decision-making capability
• Knowledge and practical application of the Mental Health Services Act
• Exp. in mental health & addictions community outreach & crisis interventions
• Knowledge in various intervention strategies for individuals and groups
• Excellent knowledge and skills related to community psychiatric nursing practice
• Demonstrated leadership skills, workload management and administration skills.
• Excellent consultation & public relation skills
• Extensive knowledge of community resources for clients and caregivers
• Ability to enter and retrieve data in computer database systems
• Ability to identify, implement and evaluate areas of client difficulty.
• Work collaboratively w/ a multidisciplinary team & other agencies in the commnty
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of SK - CRPNS
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/

About the Team

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.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

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

About the Company

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, safe and patient-centred.