At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide psychological assessments and lead group therapy sessions to support clients on their recovery journey.
- Company: Join Lifemark, a leader in mental health services with a collaborative team culture.
- Benefits: Earn $60-70/hour with comprehensive health benefits and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to equity and providing accommodations for all applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working with a passionate interdisciplinary team.
- Qualifications: Master's or PhD in Psychology with current registration in BC; trauma experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 60 - 70 $ per hour.
Lifemark is seeking a Psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively on a mental health services team that includes other Psychologists, Psychotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Kinesiologists. Program delivery includes stand-alone mental health services as well as working on interdisciplinary teams.
Lifemark is looking for professionals with a passion for rehabilitation and assisting people on their recovery journey toward return to work and/or rehabilitation post-injury. This role allows for a variety of opportunities to contribute your expertise. Your contribution to our team will consist of:
- Providing psychological assessment
- Providing consultation to other Mental Health Service Team members and clinical interdisciplinary teams
- Providing psychological treatment
- Providing clinical oversight/supervision to other clinical team members
- Developing and/or leading group therapy treatment
- Developing and/or leading psychoeducation sessions
- Developing, leading and or contributing to research and outcome evaluation projects at both a provincial and national level
The clientele is composed of adults referred by our funders such as Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services, WorkSafeBC, disability insurers, automobile insurers and private referrals/extended health benefits for a variety of conditions that affect psychological functioning such as acute and chronic injury/pain, head injury, and/or traumatic events/exposures. Common treatment targets include Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, and PTSD.
Qualifications and Formal Education:
- Master's Degree or PhD in Psychology
- Current registration as a Psychologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia
- Maintenance of individual professional liability/malpractice insurance required
Applied Experience:
- Clinical practice and trauma related work experience
- Preference for experience working with an interdisciplinary team with a focus on health and/or rehabilitation
- Experience working with a variety of third-party payers considered an asset
- Practical experience and training in the provision of evidence-based treatment (CBT, ACT, DBT, CPT etc.). Application to health and rehabilitation an asset
- Clinical experience in psychological assessment with a focus on treatment recommendations/planning
Additional Skills and Abilities:
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills required
- Ability to work both autonomously as well as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Efficiency and responsiveness in provision of required clinical documentation
- Understanding of funding system expectations and ability to integrate this into a client centered treatment plan (i.e. time limited, targeted treatment)
- Demonstrated work ethic, reliability, maturity and flexibility
- Caseload management and leadership skills required in this dynamic work setting
- Health/Occupational Rehabilitation an asset
- Experience in utilizing telehealth/virtual care methods in service delivery
Registered Psychologists will be contacted. Registered supervised practice applicants will be considered.
Lifemark offers a very competitive salary and an enhanced health benefits package. Ongoing supervision, consultation and education opportunities are provided.
Inclusion:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.
Accommodation:
Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process.
Psychologist in Surrey employer: Lifemark Health Group
Lifemark Health Group is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture, blending in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. Employees benefit from a strong focus on professional growth, with opportunities to lead innovative projects that enhance healthcare delivery through AI and operational excellence. Located in Brampton or North York, ON, this role offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the health sector while enjoying a supportive and engaging workplace.
