Psychologist Jobs in Colwood, BC

Salary DetailsThe salary range for this position is CAD $52.81 / Hr. - CAD $65.96 / Hr. Job Summary

Come work as a Psychologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Psychologist to join the BC Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Clinic in Victoria, BC. Apply today to join our team!

ABOUT BC OPERATIONAL STRESS INJURY CLINIC :

The BC Operational Stress Injury Clinic (BC OSI Clinic) is an outpatient program where Canadian Force Members, Veterans, and RCMP Members living with mental health conditions related to an operational stress injury and their families can access comprehensive clinical assessment and treatment services. The BC OSI Clinic is one of eleven clinics across Canada funded by Veterans Affairs Canada and staffed by mental health care professionals who work collaboratively to provide specialized care. The psychologist administers and interprets psychological assessments / performs disability assessments and providesevidence based PTSD interventions, consultation, facilitates education of clients, liaises with external agencies, attends case conferences / risk management activities, supervises Psychology Residents / students and participates in research and quality improvement.

As a Psychologist at Vancouver Coastal Health you will :

• Be in charge of psychological services provided to a section of the facility / program for the designated scope of practice area.
• Complete psychological assessments, provide psychological treatment, and evaluate the effectiveness and appropriateness of treatment and facilitate education of clients.
• Maintain client records including the documentation of client diagnosis and most effective form of treatment and prepare progress notes and psychological reports.
• Liaise with external agencies and establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Attend clinical / case conferences.
• Provide formal and informal consultations, participate in quality improvement and risk management activities, provide clinical teaching and supervision to Psychology Residents and students and conduct and participate in research.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

A CPA / APA accredited or recognized Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, or Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology plus specialized training in assessment and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder, mood and anxiety disorders, addictions and other psychological sequela resulting from operational stress.

Two (2) years recent related experience in therapeutic, diagnostic and consultation services in the designated scope of practice areas of mental health & addiction services such as experience working with individuals with mental health issues, substance misuse, anxiety and mood disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Current registration with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia or registration with the College within two year of employment.

Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s license and possession of a personal vehicle with business insurance coverage when required.

Knowledge & Abilities

Closing Statement

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

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