LP 6A
- Licensed Psychologist
- (126388) Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn. Posting Title LP 6A
- Licensed Psychologist Position Classification Licensed Psychologist 6A Union PEA Work Options Hybrid Location Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary) Salary Range $106,185.97
- $135,238.32 annually Close Date 11/1/2026

Job Type
Regular Full Time Temporary End Date 4/10/2028 Ministry/Organization BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development Ministry Branch / Division Youth Justice and Forensic Psychiatric Services Branch/Youth Justice Division Job Summary The Team The Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services team is an established group committed to providing essential mental health services to young people involved in the justice system. Our multidisciplinary team works closely with probation services, community agencies and contracted service providers, as well as Youth Custody Services staff to deliver Court-ordered assessments and treatments. Join us in making a significant impact by supporting youth who are navigating complex legal and mental health challenges. The Role As a Licensed Psychologist, you will provide independent psychological assessments for young people involved in the justice system. You'll work with multi-disciplinary clinicians providing specialized counseling and therapy, supervise junior psychologists and students, and collaborate on research projects. Your work will play a crucial role in shaping effective assessment and treatment services, ultimately supporting the mental health and rehabilitation of young people in the justice system.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Ph.
D. in Clinical Psychology.
- NOTE:



If your degree was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services ( ICES ). Qualified registration and certification requirements
- Registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia(CHCPBC) as a Psychologist.
- Applicants with a Ph. D. and eligible for registration with the College of CHCPBC may be considered for appointment at a lower classification. NB: As a condition of continued employment, such an appointee is required to become registered as a Licensed Psychologist. Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
- Three (3) years experience/training in Clinical Adolescent Psychology.
- Post Graduate training in Forensic Psychology. Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/ proviso requirements. About this Position: This is a temporary opportunity until April 10, 2028. This position may be extended or become permanent Flexible work options are available, this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement. Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification. An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.



A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) will be required. Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment. Working for the BC Public Service: The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace. We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process. The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews. The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits , including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning anddevelopment. Regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), have a 35 hour work week, and 4 weeks’ annual paidleave entitlement.
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