Forensic Clinical Psychologist for Nova Scotia Health Authority
1 week ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Forensic Clinical Psychologist to join our interdisciplinary team at the East Coast Forensic Hospital. As a member of the team, you will provide assessment, diagnosis, consultation, and psychotherapy services to patients within the psychiatric inpatient rehabilitation unit.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in violence risk assessment, personality, and cognitive skills, as well as experience in conducting comprehensive assessments and providing treatment through individual and group settings.
About You- You must hold a recognized MSc in Clinical Psychology from an accredited university program.
- Registration with the NSBEP is required, or eligibility for registration.
- A minimum of two years' relevant clinical experience is preferred.
- Prior experience in a forensic inpatient setting and violence risk assessment training/experience is a significant asset.
The ideal candidate will possess maturity and ability to work effectively with resistant and challenging client groups. Self-directed practice, with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, is essential.
Job Requirements- Provide psychological services to patients within the psychiatric inpatient rehabilitation unit.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of violence risk, personality, and cognitive skills.
- Provide treatment through individual and group settings.
- Participate in the predoctoral internship program and supervise practicum students.
- Testify before the Criminal Code Review Board of Nova Scotia.
The salary for this position is estimated to be between $37.31 - $49.05 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. The benefits package includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
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