Psychologist (Masters) - Adult- Mental Health & Addictions Req ID: 223600

Location: Western Zone, Digby General Hospital

Department: MHA WZ Adult DGH

Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1

Union: CUPEHealthcarePosition

Posting Closing Date: 28-Jul-26 About the Opportunity Reporting to the Manager, Adult Outpatient -Mental Health & Addictions, the Psychologist (Masters) is responsible for the delivery of time‑limited, evidence‑based psychological assessments and treatments to individuals with Tier‑3 Mental Disorders and Substance Use Disorders. All services are provided within a Stepped Care framework and practice is guided by disorder‑based clinical care pathways. Each clinician participates in a consultation group to ensure collegial support and effectiveness of assessments and treatments.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

- Successful completion of Masters in Psychology - Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology (NSBEP) - Minimum of two years' clinical experience working in the field of Mental Health & Addictions - Demonstrated knowledge of time‑limited evidence‑based psychological assessments and treatments for Mental Disorders and Substance Use Disorders, and commitment to the same - Demonstrated knowledge of Stepped Care principles and clinical care pathways, and commitment to the same - Demonstrated knowledge of clinical supervision, learning and professional development, and commitment to the same - Demonstrated knowledge in providing culturally informed, non‑judgmental patient and family‑centered care,



and commitment to the same - Demonstrated ability to synthesize information, problem‑solve and utilize good judgment in decision making - Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives and evidence‑based practice - Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices and organizational health - Demonstrated commitment to ongoing clinical supervision, learning and career development - Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours - Permanent full‑time position; 75 hours biweekly Compensation and Benefits $42.21 - $60.34 hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long‑term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

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.

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