Psychologist (Masters) - Forensic Sexual Behaviour Program - Mental Health & Addictions

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Nova Scotia seeks a Clinical Psychologist to provide assessment and treatment services for adults who have crossed legal sexual boundaries. The role involves facilitating group treatment, conducting assessments, and using independent professional judgment. Candidates need a Master's degree, registration with NSBEP, and experience in a forensic setting. A competitive hourly rate and benefits package are included.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Recruitment incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years related clinical experience.
• Minimum of two years research experience.
• Competencies in Mi’kmaq, Arabic, or French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide empirically supported assessment and treatment services.
• Facilitate specialized group treatment.
• Complete forensic risk/needs assessments.

Skills

Diagnostic psychological interviews

Recidivism risk assessment tools

Psychometric tests

DSM diagnosis

Self-care and stress management

Forensic setting experience

Education

Master’s degree in Clinical or Forensic Psychology

Registration with the NSBEP

Job description

Overview

Req ID: 192921; Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Hospital; Department: MHA CZ ECFH Sex Offender Pgm; Type of Employment: Permanent Part-Time (40%) x 1; NSGEU Healthcare Position; Posting Closing Date: 14-Oct-25.

About the Opportunity

The Clinical Psychologist reports to the Health Services Manager or designate, and works under the direction of the Clinical Lead to effectively provide empirically supported assessment and treatment services to adults who have crossed legal sexual boundaries. The Forensic Sexual Behaviour Program (FSBP) offers specialized assessment and treatment services to individuals in Nova Scotia whose sexual behaviour has crossed legal boundaries. Treatment is currently being offered at four sites across the province (Kentville, Dartmouth, Truro and Sydney), whereas assessment is primarily centralized in Dartmouth where the coordination of FSBP services for the province is based.

The Psychologist provides evidenced-based services while enhancing community safety. Duties include the facilitation of specialized group treatment, completion of forensic risk/needs assessments, involvement in program development and quality improvement activities, supervision of practicum students, and participation in team meetings and case consultations. While court testimony is infrequent, it is a potential aspect of any work conducted at the FSBP. Independence will be both expected and encouraged.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Master’s degree (MA/MSc) from a recognized, accredited program in Clinical Psychology or Forensic Psychology (or equivalent)
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners (NSBEP) and in good standing
• Minimum of two years related clinical experience
• Minimum of two years research experience
• Requires demonstrated ability to conduct diagnostic psychological interviews
• Knowledge and experience with the use of recidivism risk assessment tools is preferred
• Knowledge and experience with the use of psychometric tests to assess personality and deception
• Demonstrated skills in DSM diagnosis
• Requires independent professional judgement, initiative, self-reliance and adaptability in developing, organizing, supervising and delivering high quality psychological services and programs
• Requires demonstrated ability for effective self-care and stress management
• Experience in a forensic setting, particularly with those who have committed sexual offences, is preferred
• Competencies in other languages is an asset; Mi’kmaq, Arabic, or French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent, Part-Time / 30 Hours Bi-Weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$53.89 - $68.19 Hourly

Recruitment Incentives may be available based on qualifying criteria.

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You\'ve Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.