Calgary Police Service - Clinical Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As the Clinical Manager for the Calgary Police Service (CPS), you will oversee a team of Mental Health Therapists and Clinical Support staff, ensuring high quality psychological services for CPS members and their families. This role includes leadership of the clinical team, recruitment, onboarding, supervision, and performance management. The Clinical Manager also supports the planning, delivery, and evaluation of clinical programs, staff development, and continuing education initiatives. Specific duties include:
- Supervise mental health assessments, treatment interventions, and clinical outcome evaluations.
- Provide guidance on clinical practices and identify areas for development.
- Lead structured weekly clinical consultation meetings with an interdisciplinary team, including Mental Health Therapists, Psychiatrists, and consultants.
- Review and approve referrals to external and specialized services; coordinate funding and travel when needed.
- Conduct file audits and review clinical documentation for quality and compliance.
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management of clinical staff.
- Identify and coordinate training opportunities and clinical tool implementation.
- Provide direct intervention or supervision for crisis cases involving CPS members and families.
- Manage case coordination, including gathering referral information and liaising with community providers.
- Monitor and report monthly clinical service statistics and contribute to program development.
Qualifications
- A master's degree in psychology or social work and a minimum of 10 years of demonstrated clinical experience, including at least 5 years of supervisory experience.
- Certification or relevant training in clinical supervision is required.
- Active registration and in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) or Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) is required.
- For applicants with a master's degree of social work, preference will be given to Social Workers with Clinical Registration under the ACSW. Registered Social Workers must have authorization to perform psychosocial interventions.
- Experience supervising Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and evidence-based trauma therapy (Prolonged Exposure, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy) is required.
- The successful applicant will be competent in analytical thinking, coaching and development, communication, conflict resolution, leadership, managing resources, team building and teamwork.
Pre-employment Requirements
- An enhanced security clearance will be conducted.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Education obtained from out of country must have or be able to obtain, an Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for confirmation of equivalent credentials.
Union: Exempt
Business Unit: Calgary Police Service
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 5111 47 Street N.E.
Compensation: Management Level 2 $130,400 -
163,000 per annum
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: August 22, 2025
Job ID #: 312475
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.
Calgary Police Service - Clinical Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As the Clinical Manager for the Calgary Police Service (CPS), you will oversee a team of Mental Health Therapists and Clinical Support staff, ensuring high quality psychological services for CPS members and their families. This role includes leadership of the clinical team, recruitment, onboarding, supervision, and performance management. The Clinical Manager also supports the planning, delivery, and evaluation of clinical programs, staff development, and continuing education initiatives. Specific duties include:
- Supervise mental health assessments, treatment interventions, and clinical outcome evaluations.
- Provide guidance on clinical practices and identify areas for development.
- Lead structured weekly clinical consultation meetings with an interdisciplinary team, including Mental Health Therapists, Psychiatrists, and consultants.
- Review and approve referrals to external and specialized services; coordinate funding and travel when needed.
- Conduct file audits and review clinical documentation for quality and compliance.
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management of clinical staff.
- Identify and coordinate training opportunities and clinical tool implementation.
- Provide direct intervention or supervision for crisis cases involving CPS members and families.
- Manage case coordination, including gathering referral information and liaising with community providers.
- Monitor and report monthly clinical service statistics and contribute to program development.
Qualifications
- A master's degree in psychology or social work and a minimum of 10 years of demonstrated clinical experience, including at least 5 years of supervisory experience.
- Certification or relevant training in clinical supervision is required.
- Active registration and in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) or Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) is required.
- For applicants with a master's degree of social work, preference will be given to Social Workers with Clinical Registration under the ACSW. Registered Social Workers must have authorization to perform psychosocial interventions.
- Experience supervising Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and evidence-based trauma therapy (Prolonged Exposure, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy) is required.
- The successful applicant will be competent in analytical thinking, coaching and development, communication, conflict resolution, leadership, managing resources, team building and teamwork.
Pre-employment Requirements
- An enhanced security clearance will be conducted.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Education obtained from out of country must have or be able to obtain, an Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for confirmation of equivalent credentials.
Union: Exempt
Business Unit: Calgary Police Service
Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 5111 47 Street N.E.
Compensation: Management Level 2 $130,400 -
163,000 per annum
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: August 22, 2025
Job ID #: 312475
About City of Calgary
City of Calgary employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities that support a city of over one million people. If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, and have a desire to learn and grow, join us and make a difference in the lives of Calgarians. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive health benefits and insurance, defined benefit pension plan, work-life balance, flexible work options, health-spending account, diverse and inclusive workplace, learning and development opportunities, wellness programs and more.
A common purpose guides all our choices and decisions - to make life better every day. We anticipate the future and are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and best practices. We are at our best when we take responsibility for our actions and work together for the benefit of the people of Calgary. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
Make working for The City work for you, apply today at www.calgary.ca/careers.
To speak with a City recruiter, connect with Ashu Gandhi, David Fletcher or Jaci Spence-Eising on LinkedIn.