The Opportunity

Hours of Work

Your Qualifications

• Ph.D/Psy D Degree in Clinical Psychology from an accredited university program.
• Completion of an APA or CPA Accredited Predoctoral Internship in Psychology.
• Currently registered, or eligible to be registered, with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology.
• Minimum five (5) years of formal training and clinical experience in child/adolescent mental health; at least two years clinical experience as a Ph D/DPsych prepared Psychologist.
• Demonstrated experience and skills in assessment and treatment of youth and families where a young person is struggling with mental health and/or addictions issues. A particular skill set in working with disruptive behaviours is an asset.
• Demonstrated proficiency in providing both family and individual therapy.
• Recent experience in providing clinical supervision to staff/team preferred as well as demonstrated ability to consult with both other professionals.
• Theoretical knowledge and practice competency in a family systems approach preferred. Knowledge and experience in the Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy model an asset.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated excellent time management, workload prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interprofessional care team, while effectively carrying out administrative and clinical responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of Trauma Informed Care preferred.
• NCI Certification required.
• Successful completion of CPR Level C Health Care Provider course in the last 12 months required.
• Understanding of, and commitment to, evidence informed practice/best practice.
• Ability to participate in the clinical training activities of the Psychology Discipline.
• Competencies in other languages an asset.
• Holds a valid minimal Class 5 Nova Scotia driver’s license and reliable transportation required.