Nova Scotia Health Authority
Psychologist PhD - Forensic Sexual Behaviour Program - Mental Health & Addictions
Job Description
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Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Hospital
Department: MHA CZ ECFH Sex Offender Pgm
Type of Employment: Permanent Part‑Time (20%) – 15 hours bi‑weekly
About The Opportunity
Reporting to the Health Services Manager and under the clinical direction of the Clinical Lead, you will provide empirically supported assessment and treatment services to adults who have crossed legal sexual boundaries as part of the Forensic Sexual Behaviour Program. Treatment is offered in four Health Zones across the province, with assessment primarily centralized in Dartmouth.
Responsibilities
As a clinical psychologist (PhD) you will:
- Develop and refine program activities, conduct research and prevention initiatives, and facilitate specialized group treatment.
- Perform sexual recidivism risk/need assessments and use relevant psychometric tests addressing personality and d...