Clinical Child Psychologist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (QAC) in Victoria, BC is seeking a psychologist to provide developmental and psychological assessments and interventions for infants, children and adolescents referred to the Queen Alexandra Centre for Children’s Health. The role reports to the Program Director, Psychology, within VIHA’s patient‑safety oriented framework.

Travel may be required; valid BC driver’s license is needed. Doctoral degree and licensure in good standing are required.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in clinical child psychology and current licensure with BC College of Health and Care Professionals as a Psychologist.
• 1–5 years experience with infants, children, and adolescents with developmental or emotional/behavioral disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmental and psychological assessments and treatments for infants, children, adolescents, and families referred to QAC.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and coordinate care with program leadership.
• Travel may be required; use of personal vehicle may be needed to meet operational requirements.

Skills

Clinical child psychology

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Assessment and treatment planning

Education

Doctoral degree in clinical child psychology

Job description

Queen Alexandra Centre for Children's Health (QAC) - Victoria, BC V8N 1V7 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

08:30 - 16:30

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp PT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$56.02 - $69.98

Paid FTE

0.84

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

60

Planned Start Date

Sep. 7 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Jan. 21 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Program Director or Senior, and under the general direction of the Program Director or Senior, Psychology, provides developmental and psychological assessments and psychological treatment of infants, children, adolescents, and their families referred to the Queen Alexandra Centre for Children's Health.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Doctoral degree in clinical child psychology (or equivalent). Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Psychologist. One (1) to five (5) years experience in working with infants, children, and adolescents with developmental disorders or with emotional or behavioral disturbance. Experience in the supervised practice of clinical child psychology is preferred. Valid BC Driver's license.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work cooperatively with other professional disciplines as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated organizational, planning and instructional skills.
• Ability to keep abreast of current developments in the field of Psychology.

Clinical experience with children and youth required.