Clinical Educator

Dalhousie University; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

Dalhousie University’s Clinical Psychology PhD Program and the Dalhousie Centre for Psychological Health (CPH) provide evidence-based mental health care to Nova Scotians while supporting graduate training and research.

Reporting to Co-Directors of the Centre for Psychological Health, the Clinical Educator develops and delivers mental health education, training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to support youth mental health practices and services.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a mental health–related discipline with two years experience in education, training, including development or delivery of learning programs (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Demonstrated experience translating clinical knowledge into accessible, practical, and skills-focused learning experiences.
• Proven experience facilitating groups, building partnerships, and collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and anti-oppressive practices.
• Experience working with diverse communities, including Mi’kmaq, African Nova Scotian, 2SLGBTQIA+, and newcomer youth populations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt effectively in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations serving youth to support mental health initiatives.
• Develop training programs, clinical tools, and educational resources to address community needs.
• Translate evidence-based mental health knowledge into practical learning opportunities for frontline providers.
• Deliver training, coaching, and consultation to support the implementation of tools and resources.
• Ensure training materials are culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and accessible.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and collaborate with partners to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Education & Training

Group Facilitation

Trauma-informed

Diversity & Inclusion

Independent Work

Program Delivery

Education

Undergraduate degree in mental health

Graduate degree in mental health

Job description

Salary $63,337 - $84,730 per annum based on 35 hours per week, prorated to $50,670 - $67,784 per annum for 0.8 FTE

Classification

Classification ADM-05

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Dalhousie University’s Clinical Psychology PhD Program and the Dalhousie Centre for Psychological Health ( CPH ) provide evidence-based mental health care to Nova Scotians while supporting graduate training and research. Reporting to Co-Directors of the Centre for Psychological Health, the Clinical Educator develops and delivers mental health education, training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to support youth mental health practices and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations serving youth to support mental health initiatives.
• Develop training programs, clinical tools, and educational resources to address community needs.
• Translate evidence-based mental health knowledge into practical learning opportunities for frontline providers.
• Deliver training, coaching, and consultation to support the implementation of tools and resources.
• Ensure training materials are culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and accessible.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and collaborate with partners to support continuous improvement.

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines. Occasional travel within Nova Scotia required.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a mental health–related discipline with two years experience in education, training, including development or delivery of learning programs (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Demonstrated experience translating clinical knowledge into accessible, practical, and skills-focused learning experiences.
• Proven experience facilitating groups, building partnerships, and collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and anti-oppressive practices.
• Experience working with diverse communities, including Mi’kmaq, African Nova Scotian, 2SLGBTQIA+, and newcomer youth populations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt effectively in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Assets

• Graduate degree in a mental health-related discipline and eligibility for professional registration/licensure in Nova Scotia (or ability to obtain registration).
• Experience working within youth mental health, school-based mental health, or community mental health settings.
• Experience creating online educational modules.

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:

• Self-Awareness & Professionalism
• Integrity
• Respect & Inclusion
• Adaptability
• Knowledge & Thinking Skills

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information. If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here .

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