Role and Facility Information
ROLE AND FACILITY INFORMATION
Join the dedicated team at the South Okanagan Similkameen Division of Family Practice in Penticton as an MHSU Outreach Nurse Practitioner. In this role, you will provide essential support to individuals facing mental health challenges.Responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive mental health assessments, creating short-term engagement and treatment plans, delivering counselling and therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with community resources to
address various social determinants of health. Outreach activities may involve virtual consultations, visiting primary care clinics, conducting home visits to reach patients who have difficulty accessing clinic-based services, and engaging in community outreach to build partnerships and deliver mental health education.
As a member of the Community Walk-In Clinic (CWIC) team, you will contribute to the delivery of primary care services for both attached and unattached patients, with a strong emphasis on mental health. You will also offer consultative support and recommendations to patient medical home primary care providers (MRPs) regarding mental health management, educate patients on mental health care and prevention, and work closely with family physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and integrated care. Additionally, you will manage referrals to mental health specialists and services as required and consistently monitor patient progress to adjust treatment plans as necessary.
Specialized training and interests in mental health, such as certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or other therapeutic modalities, will be highly valued. A commitment to integrated care models, preventive mental health strategies, and the ability to manage complex cases are essential for this role. If you are passionate about holistic care and want to make a significant impact on mental health in the community, we invite you to apply. We offer 0.20 FTE to 1.0 FTE permanent positions.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
In the South Okanagan, you can enjoy pristine lakes and mountains with endless opportunity for water sports, road
cycling, mountain biking, a top-rated climbing destination, three world class ski hills and two world class cross-country ski
areas. There again, you can enjoy the sun and scenery at a restaurant or winery, and sip on local wine while enjoying a
delicious meal. Culture and opportunities for creativity abound – music, markets, painting, pottery, theatre, dancing –
we’ve got it all. And when you need an urban fix, Kelowna is just a 45-minute drive away and Vancouver is less than an
hour by air. Enjoy a well-compensated, satisfying career and unlimited recreational opportunities. Join us - we’d love to
share this great life with you.
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