Job Description

The BC OSI Clinic in Victoria (yes, beautiful Victoria!) is looking to add a permanent, full-time Psychologist to their multidisciplinary team specialized in providing assessment, treatment and community outreach to veterans, active service members, and RCMP members.  

This is a unionized position within Vancouver Coastal Health that comes with a competitive benefits package and pension plan for eligible employees. The BC OSI network includes over 50 mental health clinicians from three sites: Vancouver, Victoria and Comox.  The multidisciplinary team consists of Psychology, Psychiatry, Nursing, Social Work and Clinical Counsellors.  Weekly, multidisciplinary rounds occur remotely for an integrated team approach with clinicians from all three sites. 

We offer clinical services for trauma and related disorders and other mental health conditions from an evidence-based framework in a multidisciplinary setting.  The BC OSI Clinic is a rich training environment for new doctoral graduates.  The clinic offers intensive training in Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure Therapy with the goal of supporting you in becoming certified (“preferred provider”) in these modalities.  Furthermore, the clinic offers clinical supervision as you pursue registration with the College of Psychologists of BC.  This is a collegial and supportive environment for early career psychologists.

Contact

If you would like to express interest or learn more about the position, please contact Dr. Brad Hallam at brad.hallam@vch.ca.  The external job posting will be available soon on the VCH job board (https://www.vch.ca/en/careers/how-apply/how-apply-external-applicant), and applicants must formally apply to be considered for the position.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Clinic Director and Clinical Leader and under the clinical direction of the Professional Practice Leader, the Psychologist provides psychological services at the BC OSI Clinic at the Victoria site, part of Vancouver Coastal Health. The Psychologist works within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with the established standards of professional practice of the College of Psychologists of British Columbia and within the vision and values of the organization. The Psychologist is responsible for the development, management and provision of psychology services including assessment, treatment (group and individual) and community outreach to federal servants and their families.

Who we are:

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is one of five regional health authorities in British Columbia working in partnership with the Ministry of Health to provide high quality, appropriate and timely health services to British Columbians.

Guided by our core values of we care for everyone, we are always learning and we strive for better results, we deliver community and acute care services to more than 1.25 million people—25 per cent of the province’s population—including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples living in the region.  We are proud to care for residents living in the communities of Richmond, Vancouver, North Shore, Sea-to-Sky Corridor, Sunshine Coast, Powell River, Bella Bella and Bella Coola located within the traditional territories of the Heiltsuk, Kitasoo-Xai’xais, Lil’wat, Musqueam, N’Quatqua, Nuxalk, Samahquam, shíshálh, Skatin, Squamish, Tla’amin, Tsleil-Waututh, Wuikinuxv, and Xa’xtsa. VCH also provides specialized, complex care and services for people throughout B.C. and serves as the province’s hub for health care education and research.

Qualifications / Skills and Education
Education
Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology or Counselling Psychology from an accredited University plus one year of supervised internship. Recent related, experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

 Current registration with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia or commitment to obtaining registration within fifteen (15) months of employment.

Skills and Abilities

·       Knowledge of therapeutic, diagnostic and consultation techniques.
Knowledge of psychology assessment and treatment methods and tools.
Knowledge of evidence based psychological practice.
Ability to function as a team member, leader and facilitator.
Ability to communicate with and deal effectively with co-workers, clients and their families, both one-on-one and in groups.
Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
Ability to teach and provide clinical supervision.
Ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Ability to operate related equipment including personal computer and related word processing and spreadsheet software.

As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Providence Health Care must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

 

Psychologist- The Ottawa Hospital Rehabilitation Centre- Full-time

Job Number 98520

The Ottawa Hospital Rehabilitation Centre (TOHRC) specializes in the physical and cognitive rehabilitation of those who have experienced a disabling physical illness or injury. 

As a member of the interprofessional team, the psychologist will provide assessment, consultation and treatment to TOHRC patients.

This position is 5 days per week (1.0 FTE).

Please Contact Dr. Amanda Pontefract for details apontefract@toh.ca

FULL DETAILS HERE: https://careers.providencehealthcare.org/jobs/40017?

Psychologist - Eating Disorders Discovery Day Mental Health Program (Part-Time, Permanent)

Job Description

Are you a value-driven Psychologist passionate about caring for and supporting people with eating disorders? 

 Are you looking to be part of a diverse interdisciplinary Allied Health team with a fantastic culture doing impactful work supporting some of our province's most marginalized communities while earning competitive pay?

The Eating Disorders Program at St. Paul's Hospital is looking to add a permanent, part-time Psychologist to their interdisciplinary team specialized in supporting patients who are working toward nutritional, medical, and psychosocial recovery goals.  

This is a unionized position within the hospital that comes with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package and pension plan for eligibile employees. 

If you’d like to join a tight-knit and supportive departmental working environment that fosters a sense of community amongst practitioners dedicated to patient care, apply today! No cover letter required.

 Position Summary
Reporting to the Program Director, Mental Health, and under the clinical direction of the Professional Practice Leader, the Psychologist, Discovery Day Program is in charge of psychological services for the Discovery Day Program at the St. Paul’s Hospital site, part of the Eating Disorders Program (Mental Health Program). The Psychologist, Discovery Day Program works within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with the established standards of professional practice of the College of Psychologists of British Columbia and within the vision and values of the organization. The Psychologist, Discovery Day Program is responsible for the development, management and provision of psychology services within the Discovery Day Program including providing individual and group therapy to clients.

Who we are:

Providence is a non-profit healthcare provider with over fifteen sites, including a large tertiary hospital in the heart of Vancouver’s beautiful and vibrant Downtown, a smaller community hospital in the idyllic Mount Pleasant neighborhood, five long-term care facilities, as well as other clinics. 

 As a leading teaching and research organization, and the provincial referral center for Cardiac, HIV/AIDS, and Renal Care, we provide services ranging from acute and long-term care to leading substance use and addiction treatment supporting some of BC’s most marginalized communities. Guided by the motto “how you want to be treated”, delivering exceptional patient and family-centered care is our mission.

Qualifications / Skills and Education
Education
Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from an accredited University plus one year of supervised internship. Recent related, experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

 Current registration with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia or commitment to obtaining registration within fifteen (15) months of employment.

 Please note: Psychologists registered in Alberta, who are graduates of a Master’s of Psychology program, will be considered for the position, if they are eligible for registration with the College of Psychologists of B.C.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of therapeutic, diagnostic and consultation techniques.
  Knowledge of psychology assessment and treatment methods and tools.
  Knowledge of evidence based psychological practice.
  Ability to function as a team member, leader and facilitator.
  Ability to communicate with and deal effectively with co-workers, clients and their families, both one-on-one and in groups.
  Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
  Ability to teach and provide clinical supervision.
  Ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
  Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
  Ability to operate related equipment including personal computer and related word processing and spreadsheet software.

Vaccination FlagAs per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Providence Health Care must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

Come work as a Psychologist at Vancouver Coastal Health!

We have positions available in:

-  Acquired Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Support, GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre, Vancouver

-  Youth Concurrent Disorders, Carlile Centre, North Vancouver

-  Inpatient Psychiatry, qathet General Hospital, Powell River

-  Post-Transplant Clinic, Vancouver General Hospital, Vancouver

Learn more at: https://careers-vch.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1&searchKeyword=psychologist&searchRelation=keyword_all

Please contact Psychology Practice Leader, Dr. Angie Ji for further information (Angie.Ji@vch.ca). Current Residents are strongly encouraged to reach out if interested.

Psychology Positions at The Ottawa Hospital

The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is hiring psychologists.   TOH is a dynamic and innovative environment that delivers patient-centred care through inter-professional collaborations.  This multi-campus organization is one of Canada’s largest Academic Health Sciences Centres and is affiliated with the University of Ottawa. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (OHRI) is nationally recognized as a leader in health research.

TOH Psychologists are part of an accomplished, collegial and vibrant group of Psychology staff, who are actively involved in clinical service, research, teaching and training.  TOH Psychology has a CPA accredited predoctoral internship program in Clinical Psychology. Psychologists also have academic appointments with the School of Psychology at the University of Ottawa and supervise doctoral level practicum students.  Psychologists are provided opportunity to participate in professional development opportunities, including TOH Psychology Lunch and Learn activities.  Early career psychologists at TOH can participate in a mentorship group.  As highly valued members of the TOH team, Psychologists are often involved in program and corporate initiatives to enhance patient care. 

We have a great compensation package and provide clinical supervision until licensed for autonomous practice.

Current residents/interns are welcome to apply!

TOH Psychology has openings for the following positions:

Psychologist –Viral Hepatitis Program - Part-time

Job Number 91647

The Ottawa Hospital Viral Hepatitis Program psychologist collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, consultation, and treatment for outpatients throughout the cascade of hepatitis care.  The program provides services to hepatitis C infected populations in the Eastern Ontario region on site, in the community and virtually.  Opportunities exist for program evaluation, program development, group therapy and research.

This position is 2 days per week (0.40 FTE)

Psychologist –On Track: The Champlain First Episode Psychosis Program – Full-time

Job Number 95795On Track is a voluntary, rehabilitative program that provides care for people who are experiencing symptoms of psychosis or early symptoms of a possible psychotic illness.  The program is community-based, located at 1355 Bank Street. The psychologist works closely with the care team to provide assessment, consultation, individual and group treatment to outpatients of On Track.   

This position is 5 days a week (1.0 FTE).

Psychologist- Psychosocial Oncology Program (PSOP) – Part time

Job Number 97795

PSOP provides emotional, psychological, social, practical and rehabilitation support to patients with cancer.   The psychologist provides assessment, treatment and consultation services for outpatients of PSOP with a specific, but not exclusive focus on AYA (adolescents and young adults, age 18-39) throughout their treatment trajectory.

 This position is 2 days a week (0.4 FTE) with flexibility to work virtually.

Psychologist- Pain Clinic -Part time

Job Number 98268

The Pain Medicine Unit is an outpatient interdisciplinary program with a stepped-care approach to treating individuals with chronic pain.

The psychologist provides assessment, treatment (group and individual) and consultation for adult outpatients with co-morbid pain and psychological issues. 

This position is 4 days a week (0.8 FTE).

Please submit an online application including the Job Opening number, via our external website by clicking the following link:

https://www.ottawahospital.on.ca/en/career-opportunities/

These positions will remain open until filled.   Thank you for your interest in Psychology at The Ottawa Hospital.

If you would like more information on any of the positions, please contact the Psychology Profession Leader, Dr. Amanda Pontefract at apontefract@TOH.ca