Job Description

Higher Talent Healthcare is currently seeking qualified Clinical Psychologists for exciting full-time, permanent opportunities on behalf of our client, Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services. These positions are located in both urban and rural settings across the eastern part of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

Who We Are
NL Health Services employs over 21,000 professionals across the province in five geographical zones. We know that it is our people who make our organization great. Health care attracts smart, caring individuals who want to make a difference and help people. We are looking for compassionate professionals to come join us in helping provide health services and quality care in our communities.

The Community
Sitting on the edge of the Atlantic, Newfoundland and Labrador's rugged beauty, breathtaking coastlines and "salt of the earth" people will draw you in. The culture, the character and the comfort you will experience here will make you feel truly at home. A perfect place to put down roots while building a practice, this province offers a mix of modern amenities, historical charm and nature's wonders all in one - just what the doctor ordered, you might say.

The Opportunity
Multiple full time, permanent opportunities are available in Mental Health & Addictions, Rehab & Continuing Care, Long Term Care and Children and Women's Health.

Duties include : clinical assessment of the comprehensive mental needs of the specific group: Adults (including long term care residents), Children, Adolescents and their families who are dealing with complex issues such as addictions, mental health issues, anxiety, behavioral and learning issues, trauma, witnessing violence, child sexual abuse, maltreatment, separation and divorce, and parenting children and adolescents

The successful incumbent(s) will provide advanced clinical intervention to these groups through a broad range of therapeutic frameworks including individual therapy, family therapy, play therapy, group therapy (both with children and parents), and trauma debriefing; research, analyze, and implement theoretical frameworks to address the specific mental health needs of this population; design, develop, implement and evaluate group treatment programs specific to the identified needs; provide community education sessions and consultation. Dependent on the area of care, providing care to the single session walk in clinic is an expectation of this position.

The Clinical Psychologist functions autonomously and may involve direct supervision of provisionally registered psychologists, psychology doctoral residents and students. These positions maintain accountability to the Psychology Professional Practice Consultant for professional integrity and practice issues.

Qualifications

• Graduation with an approved/recognized Doctorate Degree in Clinical Psychology is required
• Registration or provisional registration with Newfoundland and Labrador Psychology Board is required
• Graduate course work and supervised experience in psychological assessment and therapy with children, adolescents, families and groups with a specific focus on mental health issues is required.
• Previous experience supervising Doctoral level residents is preferred.
• Exhibit strong communication, program development and evaluation skills
• Possess strong leadership and supervisory skills that are focused on engaging others and developing coalitions.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strong and comprehensive clinical support, training and mentorship to Clinical Psychologists II's and other supervisees.
• Possess strong analytical, critical reasoning, collaboration, problem solving, decision-making and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively translate and communicate knowledge in the specialized area of psychology practice to others.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research, deliver lectures/clinical education sessions and provide clinical direction and consultation within an interprofessional environment.
• Ability to work autonomously, prioritizing caseloads and client needs.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to participle in the clinical training activities of the psychology discipline.
• Demonstrated strong awareness of ethical principles and standards of professional conduct.
• A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Compensation/Hours and Incentives
Hourly: $45.01 - $53.19

The following Sign on Incentives may be applicable and can be combined:
1. Signing bonus up to $10,000
2. Come Home incentive up to $50,000
3. Annual Market Differential of $15,000*
4. Student Bursary up to $20,000
5. Relocation support
*subject to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval annually.

Hours of Work: 75 bi-weekly (8-hour days) Flexible work arrangement required

For more information, please contact us at [email protected]

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We embrace diversity. Individuals that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills are encouraged to apply. Applicants considered for the position will be subject to a background check. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. This opportunity is open to both candidates legally entitled to work in Canada as well as candidates meeting the immigration requirements to relocate.

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