Summary
Description
The Team
Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services (YFPS) is mandated to provide inpatient and outpatient Court-ordered and Court-related assessment and treatment services to young persons in conflict with the law, pursuant to the Youth Criminal Justice Act. YFPS also provides services to young persons found unfit to stand trial and those youth found not criminally responsible due to a mental disorder (NCRMD), pursuant to the Criminal Code of Canada.
Services are provided through outpatient clinics and contracted service providers located throughout the province. Assessment and treatment services for youth may include specialized treatment services for: youth who may have committed violent or sexual offences; youth who have offended and are experiencing mental health, behavioral, or substance use problems; and youth in custody facilities who need mental health services.
The Role
As a Licensed Psychologist, you will conduct independent psychological assessments for youth involved in the justice system, whether residing in the community or in custody. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver specialized counseling and therapeutic interventions, while also providing supervision and mentorship to junior psychologists and students. Your expertise will be instrumental in enhancing the quality and effectiveness of assessment and treatment services, contributing meaningfully to the mental health and rehabilitation of justice-involved youth.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC).
- 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.
- NOTE: If this education was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES).
- Experience with adolescent population; writing reports to Court; 3 years minimum clinical experience.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with no restriction or equivalent (i.e. from another Canadian Province).
Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
- Three (3) years of experience and/or 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.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Erica.Moore@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
One (1) regular part time position (0.6 FTE, 42 hours biweekly) available.
Flexible work options are available, this position may be able to work up to one day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill 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.
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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.
Cover Letter: YES – A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
Resume: YES – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.
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