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Consulting Psychologist, Disability ManagementCanada Life • Calgary, AB, CA
Consulting Psychologist, Disability Management

Consulting Psychologist, Disability Management

Canada Life • Calgary, AB, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Job Description

*This is a REMOTE position and can be a full-time or part-time position*

We are looking for a Consulting Psychologist, Disability Management who is an expert in the field of mental health to support Canada Life’s Group Disability Mental Health Strategy. The psychologist will provide leadership; providing solutions and services for absence and disability related to mental health. This role collaborates with internal business partners in Alberta to create innovative and positive results for our customer and business.

What you will do

  • Provide mental health expertise to a team of dedicated disability management staff in Alberta; working on either a full or part time basisParticipate in weekly file review discussions with our case management teamIdentify files where more in depth psychological review is appropriate and arrange discussions with the appropriate stakeholders (Case Manager, Team Manager, etc.)Review referred claim files to answer specific questions regarding impairment, diagnoses, treatment and recoveryCall treatment providers if required to gather information in order to improve claims managementProvide expertise into the development of disability management best practicesMonitor emerging developments in the field of mental health and recommend actions as required to enhance claim management practicesRecommend specific ongoing education opportunities for disability claims staff Represent Canada Life in ad hoc customer facing meetings

What you will bring

  • PhD in Psychology
  • License to practice
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience conducting therapy
  • Broad understanding of DSM 5 diagnostic criteria utilized in rendering diagnoses for psychological disorders
  • In depth knowledge of the diagnostic criteria required for Depressive, Anxiety, Posttraumatic Stress, Substance Use, Bipolar and Personality Disorders and TBI
  • Knowledge of common mental health screening tools utilized in primary care (e.g., GAD-7, PHQ-9, BAI, BDI, CAGE)
  • Knowledge of common evidence based psychological tests such as the MMPI, PAI, Millon
  • Excellent diagnostic skills: able to distinguish and evaluate the relative value of subjective and objective information in a diagnostic framework
  • Knowledge of most common evidence-based treatments (e.g., CBT, DBT, Exposure Therapy, IP, EMDR, Mindfulness, Substance Use)
  • Knowledge of what constitutes an effective treatment plan and an ineffective treatment plan
  • Possess strong business acumen, with demonstrated aptitude for strategic, analytical and critical thinking
  • Exhibit high-level communication skills to instill confidence and inspiration in our case management team; able to explain medical information clearly and accurately verbally and in writing to non-medical employees and customers
  • Able to work collaboratively with peers, non-medical and senior staff with diverse views

Highly Desirable Competencies:

  • Leadership and coaching experience
  • Knowledge of insurance medicine

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact .

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