Psychologist

Lifemark; Kentville; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services provider in Kentville is seeking a Psychologist to provide high-quality mental health care as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role includes delivering individual treatment and conducting psychological assessments within a hybrid working environment. A Master's or Ph.D. in Psychology, along with registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners, is required. Proficiency in French is a strong asset. Comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Supportive work environment

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Fully Registered Psychologist w/ formal/psychodiagnostic assessment competencies.
• 2 yrs. of clinical experience working with adult populations on return-to-work preferred.
• Individual professional liability insurance required at time of employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual treatment for conditions including anxiety, trauma, and depression.
• Consult with other mental health service team members.
• Contribute to in-house training sessions and interdisciplinary case discussions.

Skills

Formal assessment competencies

Client-centered biopsychosocial approach

Proficiency in French

Education

Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Psychology from an accredited university

Current registration in good standing with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology

Tools

MMPI-3

PAI

Job description

Psychologist

Lifemark Health Group, Provincial Mental Health Programs & Services

• Position Title:Psychologist
• Location:Julie Skaling Physiotherapy Kentville (70 Exhibition Street, Kentville NS B4N 4K9)
• Status:Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time roles available
• Schedule:8-4:30 Monday-Fri (on-site vs work-from-home days to be determined)
• Location type:Hybrid
• Category:Clinic Operations
• Experience:Fully Registered Psychologist w/ Formal / Psychodiagnostic assessment competencies

Are you a passionate psychologist looking to belong to a supportive, collaborative community to implement our bold vision to optimize the benefit of mental health services to diverse audiences from prevention to intervention? If so, join Lifemark Health Group and grow with us as we build provincial teams in support of our national mental health strategy.

This Psychologist role is attached to Julie Skaling Physiotherapy Kentville, and is well-suited for an individual who is committed to providing a very high standard of professionalism and care when it comes to mental health and well-being. We are focused on return to work, restoring function, preventing injury, and enhancing performance for our patients.

Our Clinic has a multidisciplinary team which includes physiotherapists, massage therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapy assistants, and administrative staff.

We provide treatment for motor vehicle injuries, work related injuries (WCB), Veterans Affairs (PCVRS), Community Services and Department of National Defense (DND).

Some of our services include acupuncture, cancer rehab, lymphedema, dry needling, concussion management, balance and a wide variety of orthopedic and neurological illnesses and injuries.

Build a career while making a difference

You belong here if you value being able to leverage your psychological competencies as a trusted subject‑matter expert to apply evidence‑based and process expertise to meaningful step‑care mental health programs across the mental health continuum (prevention, monitoring and intervention).

You will provide top quality whole‑person care using your client‑centered biopsychosocial approach with both multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams (i.e., physiotherapy, kinesiology, occupational therapy, vocational rehab specialist, case coordinators) and interdisciplinary mental health teams (psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors, social workers, occupational therapists).

Your work will make a difference to the lives Canadian Veterans* via PCVRS, whose service‑related health conditions limits their functioning in civilian life, as well as to employees in organizations focused on workplace health, and insured employees and private payers reaching out on their own for support for their mental health concerns.

*Other clients come to us via 3rd party funders such as the Workers Compensation Board, MVA, LTD/STD…

You will find purpose in this role by:

• Bringing your unique formal assessment competencies to a range of applications, from pre‑employment suitability assessments for high‑risk occupations to diagnostic assessments to guide treatment and psychosocial resource building. This includes administering and scoring the MMPI‑3 and the PAI.
• Delivering individual treatment for conditions including anxiety, trauma, depression, somatic complaints, substance misuse, adjustment and interpersonal issues within the person’s psychosocial context.
• Consulting with other mental health service team members and clinical interdisciplinary teams.
• Leveraging novel approaches to the delivery of mental health services, including adjunct digital therapeutics.
• Contributing to in‑house training sessions and interdisciplinary case discussions.

Education and licensure

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Psychology from an accredited university
• Current registration in good standing with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology (competency with adult populations; clinical (asset: counselling psychology, health / rehabilitation psychology, neuropsychology)
• Individual professional liability insurance required at time of employment
• Trauma training required
• Training/certifications with Cognitive Processing Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, EMDR and other evidence‑based treatments highly desired

Applied experience

• 2 yrs. of clinical experience working with adult populations on return‑to‑work is preferred
• Conducting psychological assessments with adults for various goals, including treatment planning (MMPI‑3, PAI)

Additional abilities

• English and French services are offered. Proficiency in French is a strong asset

Apply online here!

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self‑identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca