Psychologist PhD/PsyD - Community Based - Mental Health and Addictions

Nova Scotia Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 101,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health invites applications for a Psychologist with PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology for a permanent part-time position in the Central Zone, Bayers Road Community MH. The role covers individual and group psychotherapy, psychological and cognitive assessments, and collaborative care with physicians and community agencies.

Requires NSRP registration or eligibility, 2+ years of relevant experience, and ability to work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology from an accredited program.
• Registered or eligible for NSRP registration.
• Minimum of two years relevant clinical experience.
• Formal training in adult mental health.
• Experience in psychological and cognitive assessment and consultation.
• Experience with structured clinical interviews and assessments.
• Ability to formulate and implement treatment plans.
• Self-directed professional who thrives in a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience educating health care professionals; community education is a plus.
• Competencies in other languages (French preferred).
• Willingness to engage in research and program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation, psychotherapy, and occasional assessment/diagnosis.
• Conduct both individual and group treatments as needed.
• Collaborate with family physicians, other providers, and community agencies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives including peer supervision.

Skills

PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology

NSRP registration

Adult mental health

Psychological assessment

Cognitive assessment

Structured interviews

Treatment planning

Education for health professionals

Program evaluation

Clinical supervision

Research interest

Education

PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology

Job description

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Psychologist PhD/PsyD - Community Based - Mental Health and Addictions

Req ID: 227732
Location: Central Zone, Bayers Road Centre
Department: MHA CZ Bayers Rd Community MH
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly PT (50%) x 1
Union: NSGEUHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 10-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Psychologist is a member of the interdisciplinary team. The incumbent will collaborate with other members of the team while providing consultation, psychotherapy, and occasional assessment and diagnosis. Although individual psychotherapy is the norm, the ability to conduct both individual and group treatment is required. As well, the incumbent will be required to work collaboratively with family physicians and other service providers and community agencies in the context of providing care. The successful candidate will be required to participate in quality improvement initiatives including peer supervision processes for ongoing clinical development.

About You

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

• Recognized PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology from an accredited university program
• Registered or eligible for registration with the NSRP
• A minimum of two years relevant clinical experience is preferred
• Formal training and clinical experience in adult mental health
• Formal training and clinical experience in conducting psychological and cognitive assessment and consultation
• Experience and expertise in conducting structured clinical interviews and assessments
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in formulating and implementing treatment plans
• Self-directed in his/her practice with an ability to work independently and as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team while dealing with challenging clinical situations and crises
• Demonstrated ability and expertise in developing and presenting education programs to health care professionals and community organizations
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in program evaluation and clinical research would be an asset
• Experience with the provision of clinical supervision to students from psychology and other mental health disciplines, and willingness to incorporate such responsibilities into work routine
• Capacity and interest to undertake research and program evaluation as part of work responsibilities
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

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

Hours

• Permanent part-time position; 37.5 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$54.05 - $73.46 hourly

Candidate Registered (step 3): $60.80 hourly

Psychologist PhD (steps 4-5): $64.18 - $70.98 hourly

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.

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.

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