Clinical Psychologist | Assertive Community Treatment

We have an exciting permanent, full-time opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist to consult to the Mental Health (MH) Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) teams within Interior Health. This position is based out of the Community Health and Services Centre in beautiful and sunny Kelowna, B.C.

Salary Range:

Effective April 1, 2024, the pay scale for this position is $52.81 to $65.96. Eligible applicants can receive up to $15K signing bonus.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package: We offer a highly competitive salary aligned with industry standards, coupled with an attractive remuneration package.
• Career Growth: At IH, we are committed to your professional development.
• Employer paid training/education: We invest in your success by providing in-house professional development courses relevant to your role.
• Employer paid vacation (per collective agreement): Enjoy generous vacation time, paid in accordance with our collective agreement.
• Employer paid insurance premiums: We provide peace of mind by fully covering the premiums for essential insurance plans.
• Extended Health & Dental coverage: Our extended health and dental plans are designed to go above and beyond basic coverage.
• Contribution to Municipal Pension Plan: We contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.
• Balanced lifestyle: We believe in promoting a balanced lifestyle by fostering a workplace culture that values flexibility, mental wellness, and personal time.

Who are we looking for?

A Clinical Psychologist with experience providing an array of services to a population with diverse and complex mental health presentations. This individual should be able to work well independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

What will you work on?

The Clinical Psychologist is responsible for providing psychological services, including assessment, individual and group therapy, and consultation for conceptualization, treatment planning, and behaviour management to the ACT teams and their clients.

Some Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides comprehensive psychological assessment services, utilizing standardized and evidenced based interview and assessment procedures.
• Incorporates psychological assessment results with the broader treatment plan.
• Provides evidenced based individual short-term therapy/counseling interventions.
• Participates in client/patient conferences and team meetings as required.
• Supports an interdisciplinary approach to client/patient care.
• Provides consultation to the treatment team, clients/patients, family and/or community personnel.
• Evaluates effectiveness and appropriateness of treatment and resources.
• Maintains and orders psychological assessment materials.
• Supports evidence based clinical practice.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Scheduling Information:

Shift types for this position are days and shift times are from 08:00 to 16:00 hours.

How will you create an impact?

The Clinical Psychologist creates a meaningful impact by enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based assessments, therapy, and treatment planning tailored to complex mental health needs.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you:

We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of Canada’s top 100 employers!