Internationally Educated Psychologist (Masters and PhD)

Job summary

The psychologist will provide assessment, diagnosis, consultation, and psychotherapy as part of an interdisciplinary team. They are also responsible for collaborating with family physicians and community agencies to implement effective treatment plans.

Job details

Req ID: 215176 Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova ScotiaDepartment: Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia HealthType of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities AvailableUnion: Based on Bargaining Unit and Constituent Union/Non-Union Position About the Opportunity The Psychologist is a member of the interdisciplinary team. The incumbent will collaborate with other members of the team while providing assessment, diagnosis, consultation, and psychotherapy. The ability to conduct both individual and group treatment is required. As well, the incumbent will be required to work collaboratively with family physicians and other service providers and community agencies in the context of providing care. The successful candidate will be required to participate in quality improvement initiatives including peer supervision processes for ongoing clinical development. This is a talent posting and opportunities include Mental Health & Addictions and other medical areas across Nova Scotia Health. For more information, please visit Discover Psychologist Career Job Opportunities in Nova Scotia Licensure for International Educated Psychologist Before applying for a psychologist position in Nova Scotia, you’ll need to be licensed by the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP). For U.S.-trained psychologists, this process focuses on confirming that your education, supervised experience, and examinations meet Canadian standards. It typically includes credential review, completion of supervised practice requirements, and passing the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP), with additional assessments as required. We recommend starting the licensing process early to allow time for review—and our team is here to support you throughout the journey. For more information, visit Discover Psychologist Career Job Opportunities in Nova Scotia About You We want to hear from you if you have the following: Recognized PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology or Masters in Psychology from an accredited university program Current registration or eligible as a Psychologist with the Nova Scotia Board Regulator of Psychology (NSRP) or current listing on the Candidate Register under the supervision of a Registered Psychologist A minimum of two years relevant clinical experience is preferred Formal training and clinical experience in conducting psychological and cognitive assessment and consultation Experience and expertise in conducting structured clinical interviews and assessments Demonstrated experience and expertise in formulating and implementing treatment plans Travel may be required Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferredPlease ensure your resume includes all relevant education, experience, training and certifications. Hours Various permanent, assignments (temporary), casual relief (no guarantee of hours), and opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia You will be given the opportunity to specify your work hours and location preferences in the applicationCompensation and Benefits Psychologist (Masters)$42.21 - $58.30 HourlyCandidate Registered (step 4): $49.24 HourlyMasters Registered (steps 5-8): $51.22 - $58.30 Hourly Psychologist (PhD)$54.05 - $69.25 HourlyCandidate Registered (step 3): $60.80 HourlyPsychologist PhD (steps 4-6): $64.18 - $70.98 Hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Nova Scotia Health’s Employee Career Advice (ECA) Program supports internal employees in their career development and progression with résumé-building, interview skill development, resources and advice for optimizing job searches, and more. Employees can book a one-on-one meeting or view upcoming workshops on the ECA Intranet page or via email at [email protected].

What you’ll do

The psychologist will provide assessment, diagnosis, consultation, and psychotherapy as part of an interdisciplinary team. They are also responsible for collaborating with family physicians and community agencies to implement effective treatment plans.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a PhD, PsyD, or Masters in Psychology from an accredited university and be registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Board Regulator of Psychology. A minimum of two years of relevant clinical experience and expertise in psychological assessment are preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Travel insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Life insurance • Defined benefit pension plan

Listed skills

• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Clinical psychology
• Psychological assessment
• Cognitive assessment
• Psychotherapy
• Diagnosis
• Consultation
• Individual treatment
• Group treatment
• Clinical interviews
• Treatment planning
• Quality improvement
• Peer supervision
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Clinical Experience
• Treatment Planning
• Quality Improvement
• Mental Health
• Pre-Clinical Development
• Clinical Psychology
• Cognitive Assessment Systems
• Disabilities
• French Language
• Psychology
• Intranet

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Science & Research
• Educational Psychologist
• Psychologist
• Psychologists
• Clinical and Counseling Psychologists