Psychiatrist, General and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) 200-1385 (Permanent Specialty)

Island Health
Full-Time Nanaimo, British Columbia Counselors, Social Workers, and Other Community and Social Service Specialists
Posted:
March 23, 2026
Location:
Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatrist to join our Nanaimo Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. As an ACT Psychiatrist, you will play a key role in providing comprehensive psychiatric care and treatment to individuals with severe mental illness (SMI), often accompanied by comorbid substance use disorders and unstable lifestyle/housing. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering intensive, community-based services aimed at helping clients achieve stability, reduce hospitalizations, and enhance their quality of life.



Clinical Duties:



  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnoses for clients.

  • Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, adjusting treatment plans as needed.

  • Provide ongoing medication management and psychoeducation to clients and their families.

  • Collaborate with the ACT team to develop individualiz...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Nanaimo, Canada
Posted: March 23, 2026
Deadline: May 02, 2026