Registered Mental Health Clinician

Calgary Police Service; Calgary; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The Calgary Police Services is seeking a Registered Mental Health Clinician to provide psychological services to employees and family members, including assessment and psychotherapy. Primary duties include evaluating clients with workplace stress, mood and anxiety disorders, and substance use issues, and delivering trauma-informed care.

Requirements include a master's degree in Psychology, at least five years of mental health experience, CAP in good standing, and proficiency in evidence-based

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology with a minimum of 5 years in a mental health environment.
• Must be registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) in good standing.
• Experience delivering evidence-based therapy (CBT, DBT) and trauma therapies (EMDR, CPT, ART).

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat employees and their family members for mental health concerns.
• Provide leadership and support in organizational wellness activities.
• Deliver education sessions to employees and public audiences.
• Collaborate with clinical teams and external agencies as needed.

Skills

CBT

DBT

EMDR

Trauma therapy

First responders

Emotional intelligence

Education

Master's degree in Psychology

Job description

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As a Registered Mental Health Clinician, you will provide psychological services including but not limited to assessment and psychotherapy treatment for employees and family members of the Calgary Police Service (CPS). Primary duties include:

• Assess and treat clients with various presenting issues and psychological profiles, which may include workplace stress, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood and anxiety disorders, relationship challenges, and/or substance use and addiction concerns.
• Communicate with clinical teams and when appropriate external agencies such as the Workers Compensation Board and external therapists.
• Provide leadership and support in organizational wellness activities.
• Deliver education sessions to employees, clients, and to public audiences.

Working Conditions

This position works standby duties on a regular rotation.

Qualifications

• A master's degree in Psychology and a minimum of 5 years of experience in a mental health environment.
• Must be registered with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) and in good standing with authorization to provide diagnosis and treatment in Alberta.
• Experience with the delivery of evidence-based therapy (i.e., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is required.
• Experience with the delivery of evidence-based trauma therapy (i.e. Prolonged Exposure, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy) is required.
• Therapy experience working with first responders is an asset.
• Success in this position requires emotional intelligence; creating and sustaining safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces; promoting supportive, balanced and professional accountability; building and maintaining relationships; developing self and others; striving for results.

Pre-employment Requirements

• An enhanced security clearance will be conducted.
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Education obtained from out of country must have or be able to obtain, an Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for confirmation of equivalent credentials.

Position and Pay Information

Business Unit: Calgary Police Services

Union: CUPE Local 38

Position Type: 1 Permanent

Compensation: Pay Grade 15 $56.13 - 75.09 per hour

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week.

Days of work: This position works a 5 day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.