Clinical Psychologist (Instructor)
Dalhousie University
Date: 23 hours ago
City: Halifax, NS
Contract type: Full time
Position Information
Position Title
Clinical Psychologist (Instructor)
Posting Number F727P
Type of position Limited Term
Department/Unit Psychology and Neuroscience
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
About the opportunity The Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Dalhousie University invites applications for two 5 year, limited-term Instructor appointments with the Centre for Psychological Health (CPH). The CPH was established in 2023, as part of the Dalhousie Clinical Psychology PhD Program, in partnership with the Nova Scotia Office of Addiction and Mental Health to provide high quality training experiences for students in the Dalhousie Clinical Psychology Program and to meet community needs for psychological services.
This position reports to the Dean of the Faculty of Science through the co-Directors of the CPH and the Director of Clinical Training (DCT) of the Clinical Psychology PhD program, in the Department of Psychology & Neuroscience. The Clinical Psychologist (CP) will work within a clinic team consisting of primarily psychologists and clinical psychology graduate students, as well as allied health professionals and other academic support personnel. The CP will primarily provide supervision and training to clinical psychology graduate students, with some limited involvement in direct psychological intervention as well as psychological assessments as appropriate for training purposes and continuity of care. Ultimately, this position will support the training and service mission of the CPH in providing breadth and depth of training for students across diverse psychological skills, and much needed mental health services to those currently facing barriers within the Halifax community, and throughout Nova Scotia.
There are one or two full-time (.5 FTE or greater) positions available. Positions will be 5 year limited-term appointments.
Applicants must have a PhD/PsyD and is/will be eligible for registration as a Registered Psychologist with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology, as well as appropriate liability insurance as outlined by the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology. Scope of practice must include therapy and assessment with adults and/or children and youth. The applicant must demonstrate experience conducting psychological assessments and interventions with a broad range of presenting concerns and psychological conditions, such as mood and anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, and trauma and stressor related disorders. The applicant must demonstrate skill and effectiveness in the application of a broad spectrum of evidence-based psychological interventions/therapies, especially Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or Trauma-focused interventions. The applicant must also demonstrate experience in supervision of providing psychological services, sensitive and appropriate care for clients from a range of diverse backgrounds (e.g., racial, cultural, gender-identity, sexual orientation, disability) and have excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and organizational skills.
Strongly Preferred:
Please note that applications for this position must include a “Teaching Statement.” This statement is not re: teaching per se and should instead address clinical supervision experience, philosophy, and interest. Applicants should also supply the names of three references.
This position is a part of the Dalhousie Faculty Association (DFA) Bargaining Unit.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here
Posting Detail Information Open Date
Close Date 11/10/2025
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19668
Posting Number F727P
Type of position Limited Term
Department/Unit Psychology and Neuroscience
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
About the opportunity The Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Dalhousie University invites applications for two 5 year, limited-term Instructor appointments with the Centre for Psychological Health (CPH). The CPH was established in 2023, as part of the Dalhousie Clinical Psychology PhD Program, in partnership with the Nova Scotia Office of Addiction and Mental Health to provide high quality training experiences for students in the Dalhousie Clinical Psychology Program and to meet community needs for psychological services.
This position reports to the Dean of the Faculty of Science through the co-Directors of the CPH and the Director of Clinical Training (DCT) of the Clinical Psychology PhD program, in the Department of Psychology & Neuroscience. The Clinical Psychologist (CP) will work within a clinic team consisting of primarily psychologists and clinical psychology graduate students, as well as allied health professionals and other academic support personnel. The CP will primarily provide supervision and training to clinical psychology graduate students, with some limited involvement in direct psychological intervention as well as psychological assessments as appropriate for training purposes and continuity of care. Ultimately, this position will support the training and service mission of the CPH in providing breadth and depth of training for students across diverse psychological skills, and much needed mental health services to those currently facing barriers within the Halifax community, and throughout Nova Scotia.
There are one or two full-time (.5 FTE or greater) positions available. Positions will be 5 year limited-term appointments.
Applicants must have a PhD/PsyD and is/will be eligible for registration as a Registered Psychologist with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology, as well as appropriate liability insurance as outlined by the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology. Scope of practice must include therapy and assessment with adults and/or children and youth. The applicant must demonstrate experience conducting psychological assessments and interventions with a broad range of presenting concerns and psychological conditions, such as mood and anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, and trauma and stressor related disorders. The applicant must demonstrate skill and effectiveness in the application of a broad spectrum of evidence-based psychological interventions/therapies, especially Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or Trauma-focused interventions. The applicant must also demonstrate experience in supervision of providing psychological services, sensitive and appropriate care for clients from a range of diverse backgrounds (e.g., racial, cultural, gender-identity, sexual orientation, disability) and have excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and organizational skills.
Strongly Preferred:
- Strong skills in working within a team approach to training and supervision,
- Demonstrated skills in forming connections and liaising with community organizations.
- Demonstrated initiative and strong skills in problem-solving and decision-making.
- Scope of practice includes assessment and therapy skills working with children, adolescents, and adults (i.e., across the lifespan).
- Demonstrated experience in assessment and treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders, trauma and stressor related disorders and/or addiction related disorders.
Please note that applications for this position must include a “Teaching Statement.” This statement is not re: teaching per se and should instead address clinical supervision experience, philosophy, and interest. Applicants should also supply the names of three references.
This position is a part of the Dalhousie Faculty Association (DFA) Bargaining Unit.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here
Posting Detail Information Open Date
Close Date 11/10/2025
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19668
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