Psychologist

Homewood Health Centre; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in Halifax seeks a Clinical Psychologist to conduct assessments and develop treatment plans for injured workers. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in clinical psychology, extensive clinical experience, and strong interpersonal skills. This full-time role offers the chance to improve patient outcomes through evidence-based practices in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience.
• Demonstrated clinical experience with a range of psychological disorders.
• Clinical experience working with First Responders is preferred.
• Experience with PTSD, mood/anxiety disorders and chronic pain desired.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments for injured workers.
• Prepare detailed reports including diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team on treatment and return-to-work readiness.
• Provide clinical education, supervise students and interns.
• Engage in quality improvement and tool development with leadership.

Skills

Psycho-diagnostic assessment

Clinical experience with psychological disorders

Strong communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Experience with quality improvement initiatives

Education

PhD in clinical psychology

Registration with NSBEP

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct evidence-based, occupational-focused psychological assessments for injured workers insured by Workers Compensation Board of Nova Scotia (WCB-NS), with an emphasis on functional and psychological outcomes
• Prepare detailed reports, including psychometric data, diagnoses, prognoses, treatment plans and fit-to-work statements
• Work with a diverse population, including those with PTSD, mood and anxiety disorders, substance use and concurrent conditions
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans
• Assist with project requests and contribute to the ongoing improvement of clinical standards and protocols
• Collaborate with the Director to develop and refine assessment and treatment tools to improve outcomes
• Ensure the compatibility of services across the team and external partners, focusing on high-quality, evidence-based care
• Conduct audits of cases and contribute to the development of cohesive assessment services
• Provide consultation to Treatment Managers and Service Providers on assessment, treatment plans and psychological readiness for return-to-work (RTW)
• Offer clinical education and training, to the interdisciplinary team and external organizations, on evidence-based treatment protocols
• Supervise students and interns, providing guidance and evaluation to enhance their skills in mental health and substance use assessment

What You Bring

• PhD in clinical psychology from CPA/APA approved program
• Registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology (NSBEP)
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience
• Psycho-diagnostic assessment and psychotherapy skills
• Demonstrated clinical experience with a range of psychological disorders (e.g., PTSD, mood and anxiety disorders, somatic disorders, personality disorders)
• Clinical experience working with First Responders, as well as with third-party payers (e.g., WCB-NS, insurers, employers), are preferred
• Experience working with patients with comorbid physical injuries and chronic pain disorders would be an asset
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage ongoing work in an efficient manner
• Able to provide clinical consultation to an interdisciplinary team where required
• Experience with quality improvement initiatives is preferred
• Demonstrated program development and evaluation skills is also preferred
• Ability to work independently as well as within a collaborative environment
• An awareness and acknowledgement of the value of using measurement-based care when supporting patients/clients to help guide clinical decision making; experience an asset

Why work with us

Homewood Health is Canada’s largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!

Homewood Health Inc. is committed to ensuring that its teams reflect the diversity of our community and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. In accordance with the various provincial legislations that we operate under, Homewood Health is committed to working in collaboration with any team member who may require workplace accommodation in order to successfully perform any or all aspects of their role.

Join us at Homewood Health™ and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Mental Health Care