Psychologist I

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Calgary seeks a Psychologist I to join their multidisciplinary team. This role involves assessments, treatment, and follow-up for clients with complex needs. The Psychologist will provide individual and group therapy, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and contribute to program development. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Psychology and experience in community mental health. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovative care.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ experience in community mental health.
• Understanding of Substance Use and Concurrent Disorders.

Responsibilities

• Make independent clinical decisions and plan assessments.
• Provide psychological clinical leadership through consultation.
• Document interactions to facilitate communication.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Collaboration

Clinical Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Psychology

Tools

EMR

EMDR

ART

Job description

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Your Opportunity:

The East Calgary Family Care Clinic (ECFCC) is known for its innovative approach to providing comprehensive primary care for people with complex needs. This includes chronic illnesses, psychosocial stressors, addictions, and social or economic factors impacting health. The team comprises over fifty members across eight professions. The Psychologist I is responsible for assessments, treatment, and follow-up of clients with complex needs, working within a multidisciplinary team to provide services such as individual or group therapy using evidence-based modalities like CBT, EFT, and psycho-educational therapy. The role involves liaising with stakeholders, supporting team members, participating in program planning, and supervising students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Make independent clinical decisions within professional guidelines to ensure client and community safety, and plan assessments and interventions.
• Provide psychological clinical leadership through consultation and collaboration.
• Offer crisis intervention and support.
• Determine assessment protocols, set objectives, and develop treatment plans ethically and professionally.
• Document interactions to facilitate communication and uphold standards.

Description:

As a Psychologist I, you will work with teams to deliver standard psychology services, including screening, assessment, diagnosis, interventions, and educational activities. Collaboration with healthcare professionals and community services is essential. You may supervise psychometrists, provisional psychologists, or students, and contribute to program and policy development, as well as research initiatives.

Additional Details:

• Location: East Calgary Health Centre
• FTE: 0.80
• Salary Range: $43.38 - $57.63
• Shift Pattern: Days and Evenings
• Start Date: 05-JUN-2025

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Psychology from an accredited university.
• Active or eligible registration with the College of Alberta Psychologists.

Additional Requirements:

• 2-4 years’ experience in community mental health.
• Understanding of Substance Use and Concurrent Disorders.
• Experience with EMR, EMDR/ART, trauma treatments.
• Flexibility in a dynamic environment; experience with clients presenting with complex behaviors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in psychological testing and assessments.
• Certification in trauma protocols like EMDR or ART.
• Experience in Primary Care and using Connect Care.

Other Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider