Psychologist

Lifemark; Saint John; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is seeking a Psychologist to engage in psychological assessments and provide treatment for complex conditions. The role includes collaboration within interdisciplinary teams and developing mental health programs. Candidates must have a Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Psychology and be registered. The position offers flexibility with options for virtual or hybrid work.

Qualifications

• Conducting psychological assessments with adults.
• Providing evidence-based treatments grounded in cognitive-behavioral approaches.
• Utilizing telehealth/virtual care methods.

Responsibilities

• Engaging in psychological assessments to identify diagnoses.
• Providing psychological treatment for complex conditions.
• Collaborating within interdisciplinary Mental Health teams.

Skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Psychology

Current registration in good standing with provincial College/Board of Psychologists

Job description

Overview

Psychologist - Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services (PCVRS)

Fully virtual or hybrid with presence at Lifemark Physiotherapy Saint John (206-555 Somerset Street, Saint John NB E2K 4X2). Salaried and fee-for-service options for part-time and full-time roles. English and bilingual French are assets.

Lifemark is excited about our partnership with Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services (PCVRS), the national contractor for the administration and delivery of medical, psycho-social and vocational rehabilitation services with both multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams (physiotherapy, kinesiology, occupational therapy, vocational rehab specialist, case coordinators) and interdisciplinary mental health teams (psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors, social workers, occupational therapists). This offers a more consistent, holistic and integrated approach to care, improving experiences for both providers and participants.

The PCVRS work is a major component of this role; however, you will also apply your psychological competencies as a trusted subject-matter expert to deliver evidence-based and process-focused mental health programs across the mental health continuum (prevention, monitoring and intervention).

You will find purpose in this role by:

• Engaging in psychological (diagnostic) assessments to identify diagnoses, level of distress and functional impairment and to recommend treatment
• Providing psychological treatment for more complex conditions (anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, concurrent disorders) and psychosocial needs
• Working autonomously, providing one-to-one psychological services, and collaborating within interdisciplinary Mental Health teams
• Providing supervision as appropriate to other psychologists and psychotherapists
• Providing consultation to other team members and management on clinical cases or practice dilemmas
• Developing new mental health program content for the unique needs of various client groups
• Leveraging novel approaches to the delivery of mental health services, including adjunct digital therapeutics
• Bringing your 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
• Consulting with other mental health service team members and clinical interdisciplinary teams
• 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 provincial College/Board of Psychologists (competency with adult populations; clinical as asset: counselling psychology, health/rehabilitation psychology, neuropsychology)
• Individual professional liability insurance required at time of employment

Applied experience

• Conducting psychological assessments with adults for various goals, including treatment planning
• Providing evidence-based treatments grounded in cognitive-behavioral approaches
• Developing and evaluating mental health programs is considered an asset
• Working in interdisciplinary teams and with third-party payers is considered an asset
• Utilizing telehealth/virtual care methods is considered an asset

Additional abilities

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work autonomously and as part of interdisciplinary teams
• Efficient with required clinical documentation
• Able to manage a diverse caseload within a dynamic work setting

Visit Lifemark Health Group at lifemarkhealthgroup.ca or email [e-mail] for additional information about the company.

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 members of 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 [e-mail]