Clinical psychologist Jobs in New Westminster, BC

Job ID 2434572_pl355 Date posted 07 / 28 / 2025

Contract Psychologist Opportunities with Correctional Health Services

Come work with the BCMHSUS Community Transition Teams be a part of providing comprehensive care coordination and peer support to ensure seamless transitions for clients after release from provincial custody. The teams support clients with substance use disorders, as well as complex mental health and / or substance use needs.

We :

• Reduce overdose deaths
• Enhance health outcomes
• Reduce harms associated with repeat involvement with the criminal justice system

There are 10 teams located across the province. The Provincial Community Transition Team Hub (the Hub) is located in the Lower Mainland. It provides coordination and standardization across the regional teams. The Hub also supports quality improvement activities as well as education and training for CTT staff.

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BCMHSUS is seeking a Psychologist to join the Community Transition Teams and support individuals during their critical transition from BC Correctional Centres to community living. Psychologists play an essential role in delivering trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care by providing psychological assessments, interventions, and risk evaluations for clients with complex mental health and substance use needs.

As a key member of the CTT’s multidisciplinary team, the Psychologist contributes their clinical expertise to guide care planning, promote client stabilization, and support reintegration. Working in collaboration with nurses, social workers, Indigenous Patient Navigators, peer support workers, and community partners, the Psychologist helps bridge service gaps between correctional facilities and community-based care, contributing to safer transitions and improved health outcomes.

Located throughout the province, CTT teams are linked to each BC provincial correctional centre. Psychologists within this model work virtually providing flexible and responsive care that reflects the unique risks, strengths, and needs of this underserved population.

We welcome skilled clinicians with a commitment to forensic mental health, social justice, and culturally safe care to join the CTT program and make a meaningful impact on the lives of people reintegrating into their communities.

Role Review

As a CTT Contract Psychologist, you will play a key role in supporting the mental wellness and risk stabilization of individuals during their reintegration. The primary mode of service provision for this role is via virtual health care and includes options for remote work.

Depending on the clinical needs and region, your responsibilities may include :

Qualifications

You have :

BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services (BCMHSUS) is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) which provides specialized health to British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include : Patients first – Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and BCMHSUS here :

We hire on the basis of merit and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where everyone can come to work and be their best, authentic self.

We invite you to apply now with your resume and cover letter directly to Dr. Martin Zakrzewski, at