DBT-Based Psychologist (PhD) – BPD Treatment & Research

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 98,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Travel coverage

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority's Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment Program in Halifax seeks a psychologist for a permanent part-time (70%) position. You will deliver direct clinical care within an interdisciplinary team, supervise clinicians and trainees, and contribute to program evaluation and scholarly activities.

Qualified applicants hold a PhD/PsyD, NSBEP registration or eligibility, and have experience in evidence-based psychotherapies and psychodiagnostics.

Qualifications

• Must hold PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology from an accredited program.
• Registered or eligible for NSBEP registration.
• Minimum of two years related clinical experience.
• Experience teaching and providing clinical supervision.
• Knowledge of evidence-based interventions for diverse mental health issues.
• Training and experience conducting psychodiagnostic assessments.
• Ability to exercise independent professional judgment and initiative.
• Interest in program evaluation and academic collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care for adults with Borderline Personality Disorder.
• Supervise other clinicians and trainees within the program.
• Contribute to academic mandates, program evaluation, and clinical teaching.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team and participate in service development.

Education

PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology

NSBEP registration or eligibility

Teaching and clinical supervision experience

Evidence-based interventions knowledge

Psychodiagnostic assessment experience

Independent professional judgment and adaptability

Program evaluation interest

Academic appointments eligibility at Dalhousie University

DBT/CBT/ACT training assets

Group treatment experience

Job description

Nova Scotia Health Authority's Borderline Personality Disorder Treatment Program in Halifax seeks a psychologist for a permanent part-time (70%) position. You will deliver direct clinical care within an interdisciplinary team, supervise clinicians and trainees, and contribute to program evaluation and scholarly activities.

Qualified applicants hold a PhD/PsyD, NSBEP registration or eligibility, and have experience in evidence-based psychotherapies and psychodiagnostics.