LP 6A - Forensic Psychologist

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Coquitlam; Hybrid; CAD 106,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre, a program of the Ministry of Children and Family Development within the BC Public Service, seeks a Forensic Psychologist. The role focuses on formalized assessments for youth with severe mental health needs, supporting access to services and treatment planning.

Qualifications include a Ph.D./PsyD, 1600-hour internship, at least 1 year of child/youth experience, and BC licensure.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Clinical/Applied Psychology, Counselling Psychology, or PsyD; equivalency may be required for degrees obtained outside Canada.
• Completion of a psychological internship totaling 1600 hours in child/youth mental health or hospital settings with formal assessments and treatment.
• Minimum of one year FTE experience with children/youth and families, providing community-based mental health services.
• Experience in Child and Adolescent Psychology and Forensic Psychology.
• Valid BC Class 5 driver's license (no restrictions).

Responsibilities

• Provide formalized assessments for youth with severe mental health challenges and diagnostic clarification.
• Prepare assessments and reports for BC Review Board and BC Mental Health Act Review Board.
• Collaborate in treatment planning and act as a clinical care team member; provide consultation to the clinical team.
• Occasional travel between locations may be required and flexibility for part-time hours.

Education

Ph.D. in Clinical/Applied Psychology, Counselling Psychology, or PsyD

Internship 1600 hours in child/youth mental health

1+ year full-time experience with children/youth

Experience in Child & Adolescent and Forensic Psychology

BC Driver’s licence (Class 5)

Job description

LP 6A - Forensic Psychologist - (125108)

LP 6A - Forensic Psychologist

Position Classification

Licensed Psychologist 6A

Union

PEA

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Coquitlam, BC V3K 7B9 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Vernon, BC V1T 9V2 CA

Salary Range

$106,185.97 - $135,238.32 annually, ($58.14 -$74.05 hourly)

Close Date

10/20/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Maples Adolescent Treatment Center

Job Summary

The Team

The Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre is a program of Provincial Services Division of the Ministry of Children and Family Development. The Maples is a designated provincial mental health facility providing on-site, community, outreach and ancillary services to collaboratively support young people, families and communities. The Maples provides services for young people aged 7 – 17 struggling with severe and enduring mental health challenges as well as young people found Not Criminally Responsible by Reason of a Mental Disorder (NCRMD) or Unfit to Stand Trial under the Criminal Code of Canada & Youth Criminal Justice Act. Additional services include community consultation service, training/capacity building opportunities and ongoing sharing of current literature. Through a multi-disciplinary approach, our objective is to collaboratively enhance the capacity of communities to plan and care for challenging young people through a closer to home focus.

The Role

The Forensic Psychologist provides formalized assessments for young people with severe mental health challenges. These assessments provide diagnostic clarification, which is required for evidence informed treatment. Assessments are also helpful for the young person to access supports through community, children and youth with support needs (CYSN) and Community Living BC (CLBC). In this role, you will also complete assessments and reports for the BC Review Board (Criminal Code of Canada) and for the BC Mental Health Act Review Board. These assessments are crucial for understanding treatability and the young person’s ability to maintain safety for themselves and others. Additional tasks include collaborating in treatment planning, being a member of clinical care team and providing consultation to the clinical team.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Ph.D. in Clinical/Applied Psychology, Counselling Psychology, or PsyD.
  • NOTE: If this education was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services ( ICES ). You must provide a basic report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
• Completion of a psychological pre-or post-doctoral internship of 1600 hours in a child and youth mental health or hospital setting with specialization in formal psychological assessment, diagnoses, and treatment of mental health disorders.
• Minimum of one year full-time equivalent experience working with children and youth and their families, with responsibility for providing a wide range of community based mental health services.
• Experience in Child and Adolescent Psychology and Forensic Psychology.
• Must possess and maintain a valid class 5 BC Driver’s license with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements

• Registered (or in the process of being registered) with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia(CHCPBC) as a Psychologist. Note: Applicants with a Ph. D. and eligible for registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia may be considered for appointment at a lower classification. As a condition of continued employment, such an appointee is required to become registered as a Licensed Psychologist.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/ proviso requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [e-mail]

About this Position:

This position can be based out of any of the locations listed above (Coquitlam, Prince George or Vernon). Occasional travel between Coquitlam, Prince George and Vernon may be required to provide services.

Part time hours may be considered, if requested.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies for all locations listed above.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including one of the best pension plans available, and a healthy work-life balance within a diverse and inclusive work environment. Professional Employees Association members enjoy a 35-hour work week, four weeks of annual paid leave, and a 7% allowance in lieu of Overtime, Shiftwork and Standby (OSS), which can be taken as either additional salary or time off. Other benefits include coverage of professional fees, comprehensive dental and medical plans, and a wide range of career development and learning opportunities.