Req ID: 223600
Location: Western Zone, Digby General Hospital
Department: MHA WZ Adult DGH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: CUPE Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 29-Aug-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 required 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 same

Demonstrated knowledge of Stepped Care principles and clinical care pathways, and commitment to same

Demonstrated knowledge of clinical supervision, learning and professional development, and commitment to same

Demonstrated knowledge in providing culturally informed, non-judgmental patient and family centre care, and commitment to 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 professional 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 Advantages
$42.21 - $60.34 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive henefits 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.

What You’ll Love About Nova Scotia Health
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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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