Psychologist III (Masters) Adult - Mental Health & Addictions

About the Opportunity

Are you looking for a fulfilling career in one of the most beautiful parts of the country? The South Shore of Nova Scotia is known for its coastal beauty – miles of shoreline, amazing seafood, numerous lighthouses and warm welcomes. We are looking for mental health and addiction professionals who are committed to evidence informed clinical care while working from a client centered and trauma informed model. We offer flexible work schedules and value ongoing professional development. We are committed to offering trainings and skill development in evidence-based treatment modalities to develop your practice in a wide variety of clinical skills, from generalist to more specialized interventions. For more information, please call to set a time to connect with the manager or a lead for the teams. We look forward to speaking with you!

Reporting to the Manager, Adult Outpatient - Mental Health & Addictions, the Psychologist (Masters) is responsible for the delivery of time-limited, evidence based psychological assessments and treatments to individuals, with Tier-3 Mental Disorders and Substance Use Disorders. All services are provided within a Stepped Care framework and practice is guided by disorder based clinical care pathways. Each clinician participates in a consultation group to ensure collegial support and effectiveness of assessments and treatments.

About You

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

• Successful completion of Masters in Psychology
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology (NSBEP)
• Minimum of two years' clinical experience required working in the field of Mental Health & Addictions
• Demonstrated knowledge of time-limited evidence based psychological assessments and treatments for Mental Disorders and Substance Use Disorders, and commitment to same
• Demonstrated knowledge of Stepped Care principles and clinical care pathways, and commitment to same
• Demonstrated knowledge of clinical supervision, learning and professional development, and commitment to same
• Demonstrated knowledge in providing culturally informed, non-judgmental patient and family centre care, and commitment to same
• Demonstrated accountability and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information, problem solve and utilize good judgment in decision making
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives and evidence based practice
• Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices and organizational health
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing clinical supervision, learning and professional development
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure to handle multiple projects concurrently and maintain personal health and to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• 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

Compensation and Incentives

37.12 - $48.80 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. (Permanent Long Assignments Only)