Psychologist PhD - Forensic Sexual Behaviour Program - Mental Health & Addictions

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority seeks a clinical psychologist (PhD) to oversee empirically supported assessment and treatment for adults with crossed legal sexual boundaries within the Forensic Sexual Behaviour Program (FSBP). The role encompasses program development, research, and supervision across Nova Scotia’s health zones.

You will conduct risk/need assessments, contribute to research initiatives, and provide expert testimony when required, working collaboratively with DCS/DOJ and across

Qualifications

• PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology from an accredited university program.
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychiatrists (NSRP) and in good standing.
• Experience in a forensic setting with sexual offenders is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program development activities and research within the FSBP.
• Conduct risk/need assessments and provide expert testimony when subpoenaed.
• Facilitate specialized group treatment and supervise practicum students.

Skills

Forensic psychology

Recidivism risk assessment

DSM diagnosis

Expert witness testimony

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology

Job description

About The Opportunity

Reporting to the Health Services Manager, and under the clinical direction of the Clinical Lead to ensure the effective provision of 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 behavior has crossed legal boundaries. Treatment is currently being offered in four Health Zones across the province (groups located in Kentville, Dartmouth, Truro and Sydney), whereas assessment is primarily centralized in Dartmouth where the coordination of FSBP services for the province is based.

The duties of the clinical psychologist (PhD) include program development activities, research, prevention initiatives, sexual recidivism risk/need assessment, and/or the facilitation of specialized group treatment as well as involvement in team meetings. While court testimony is infrequent, it is a potential aspect of any work conducted at the FSBP.

In addition, duties will also include participation in the predoctoral internship program and supervision of practicum students.

Independence will be both expected and encouraged while ensuring that all services are provided in accordance with CPA & NSBEP ethical standards and practice guidelines for Psychologists, the provincial standards of the FSBP, the principles and practices of NS Health, and relevant legislature.

About You

• Recognized PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology from an accredited university program
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychiatrists (NSRP) and in good standing
• Minimum of two years related clinical experience with experience in a forensic setting, particularly with sexual offenders, preferred
• Minimum of two years research experience
• Knowledge and experience with the use of recidivism risk assessment tools
• Knowledge and experience with psychometric tests addressing personality and deception
• Demonstrated skills in DSM diagnosis
• Expertise commensurate with the ability to provide expert witness testimony if subpoenaed
• Knowledge regarding PPG assessment
• Demonstrated ability to work with antisocial, personality disordered, and oppositional populations
• Demonstrated ability to address ethical decisions on a regular basis addressing client rights and risk to the community
• Demonstrated ability to work with counterparts from other disciplines in an effective, collaborative manner designed to optimize outcomes (e.g., DCS, DOJ)
• Competencies in other languages is an asset, French preferred

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

Hours

Permanent full-time position; 15 hours biweekly

Compensation And Benefits

• $54.04 - $70.97 hourly
• $73.46 hourly with 25 years of service with the employer
• Candidate Registered (step 3): $60.80 hourly
• Psychologist PhD (steps 4-6): $64.18 - $70.97 hourly

What You’ll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

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.

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.