Psychologist (Masters) - Forensic Sexual Behaviour Program - Mental Health & Addictions - Jobs in Dartmouth, NS

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Req ID: 140562Company: Nova Scotia HealthLocation: Provincial Zone, Nova Scotia HospitalDepartment: MHA CZ ECFH Sex Offender PgmType of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (40% FTE) x 1 position(s)Status: NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 3-Oct-22Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.ResponsibilitiesThe Forensic Sexual Behaviour Program (FSBP) offers specialized assessment and treatment services to individuals in Nova Scotia whose sexual behavior has crossed legal boundaries. Treatment is currently being offered in four areas across the province (Kentville, Dartmouth, Truro and Sydney), whereas assessment is primarily centralized in Dartmouth where the coordination of FSBP services for the province is based. The Clinical Psychologist will work under the direction of the Program Lead to ensure the effective provision of evidenced-based services while enhancing community safety. Duties include the facilitation of specialized group treatment and risk assessment, as well as program development activities, research, and involvement in multidisciplinary team meetings. While court testimony is infrequent, it is a potential aspect of any work conducted at the FSBP. Independence will be both expected and encouraged.Please Note: This position is eligible for a bi-weekly market adjustmentRecruitment incentives and /or relocation may be offered to the successful candidates based on qualifying criteria.Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MA/MSc) from a recognized, accredited program in Clinical Psychology or Forensic Psychology (or equivalent)
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners (NSBEP) in good standing
• Minimum of two years related clinical experience
• Minimum of two years research experience including use of SPSS
• Requires demonstrated ability to conduct diagnostic psychological interviews and assessments
• Requires independent professional judgement, initiative, self-reliance and adaptability in developing, organizing, supervising and delivering high quality psychological services and programs
• Requires demonstrated ability for effective self-care and stress management
• Risk assessment training is preferred
• Knowledge and experience with psychometric tests addressing personality and deception is preferred
• Demonstrated skills in DSM-V diagnosis is an asset
• Experience in a forensic setting, particularly with sexual offenders is preferred
• Competencies in other languages is an asset; Mi’kmaq, Arabic, or French preferred
• Successful candidates must have a clear CRC/VSS.

**A skill test will be included as part of the selection process**PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Hours of WorkPermanent, Part Time (40%) Position; 30 hours bi-weeklyTravel may be required, based on operational need.Salary InformationPsychologist Candidate:$42.04 hourlyOR:Psychologist Registered:$43.74 - $47.38 hourlyOnce Youve AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000. For more details and instructions, please visit Recruitment - IncentivesThis is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, Nova Scotia Health requires all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.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, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Follow Us!https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaHealthAuthority/https://www.instagram.com/novascotiahealthauthorityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/nsha/https://twitter.com/healthnsQuick Apply

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