Department of National Defence/Ministère de la Défense nationale

Clinical Psychologists across Canada

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 10, 2026
1 position

$105,672–$123,196 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Master’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Associate

Job summary

Support the mental health and well-being of Canadian Armed Forces members as part of Department of National Defence healthcare teams. The posting specifies clinical psychology qualifications and experience in adult psychodiagnostic assessment, differential diagnosis, and cognitive behavioural therapy.

Job details

The Department of National Defence (DND) is seeking Clinical Psychologists to join its healthcare teams in Victoria, BC; Gagetown, NB; Halifax, NS; Borden, ON; Ottawa, ON; Trenton, ON; Bagotville, QC; Montréal Island, QC; Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC; and Valcartier, QC. In this rewarding role, you will support the mental health and well-being of members of the Canadian Armed Forces. We're looking for candidates who have: A master's degree or doctorate in clinical psychology (or equivalent) from a recognized post-secondary institution; Registration for autonomous practice of psychology with an unrestricted licence from the provincial or territorial regulatory body in the province or territory of intended practice; At least two years of recent experience conducting psycho-diagnostic assessments for adults, including differential diagnosis of mental and behavioural disorders; At least two years of recent experience providing cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). DND offers a comprehensive benefits package, a federal public service pension plan, and opportunities for ongoing professional development and career growth. Click the "Apply" button to learn more and submit your application today!

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a master's degree or doctorate in clinical psychology, or an equivalent qualification, from a recognized post-secondary institution and have an unrestricted licence for autonomous practice in the intended province or territory. They must also have at least two years of recent experience conducting adult psychodiagnostic assessments, including differential diagnosis, and at least two years of recent experience providing cognitive behavioural therapy.