Ministry of Children and Family Development

Location: Maple Ridge (Hybrid)
Position: Psychologist
Salary: $50.4066 - $64.2624 hourly

The Ridge Meadows Child and Youth Mental Health team is a close-knit, creative, and collaborative group of ten clinicians dedicated to supporting children and youth with moderate to severe mental health challenges. Together, they make a meaningful impact by improving the mental health and well-being of the young people they serve.

As a Psychologist, you’ll provide direct clinical treatment and conduct standardized psychological assessments to support children and youth with mental health needs. Your work will play a vital role in addressing the growing demand for mental health services for young people, helping them thrive. This position offers the opportunity to grow and learn as part of a multidisciplinary, community-based team committed to making a meaningful difference.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Clinical/Applied Psychology, Counselling Psychology, OR PsyD.
  • Registered with, or eligible for registration with, the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC).
    • Note: If you are registered as a Psychologist in another province, equivalencies for out-of-province applicants may be considered by the CHCPBC. Please contact the College for registration requirements in BC.
• Internship:
  • Completion of a pre- or post-doctoral internship of 1,600 hours in a child and youth mental health or hospital setting, specializing in formal psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders.
• Experience:
  • Minimum one year of full-time equivalent experience working with children and youth and their families, providing a wide range of community-based mental health services.
  • Experience in clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology.

Preference May Be Given To Applicants Who:

• Have 2+ years of experience working with children, youth, and their families, providing a wide range of community-based mental health services.
• Have experience using Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
• Have experience or knowledge of Child and Youth Mental Health Services in British Columbia.
• Self-identify as having Indigenous heritage (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

How to Apply:

For more information, a complete list of qualifications, and to apply online, please visit:
BC Public Service Jobs - Posting #117927

Deadline to Apply: January 5, 2025