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Posted March 5, 2010
Red Deer College

RED DEER COLLEGE IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR:
PSYCHOLOGY INSTRUCTORS
Probationary Full Time (Leading to Continuous Appointment) x 2 positions*, 1 Sessional position
*subject to budget approval

DUTIES:

The successful candidates will instruct junior, as well as senior, courses in our collaborative BA program. A Ph.D. (or near completion) in psychology with an emphasis in cognitive neuroscience, cognition, sensation and perception, brain and behavior, or a related field is required. The ability to instruct statistics would be an asset. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate evidence of scholarly productivity and teaching excellence.

The Department has a strong University Transfer program and a collaborative BA degree with the University of Calgary. At Red Deer College, students experience high quality education enhanced by smaller class sizes and personalized learning.

Join a BA program with a strong commitment to undergraduate education and experience a collegial working environment.

The successful candidate will fulfill the following responsibilities:

  • Teach and develop curriculum for junior and senior psychology courses
  • Potential to supervise student research
  • Demonstrate commitment to professional development and scholarship
  • Contribute to the goals and activities of the Department, the College and the community

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ph.D. (or near completion)
  • Evidence of active research
  • Post secondary teaching experience preferred

For further information contact:

Dr. Jane MacNeil, Chairperson
Humanities and Social Sciences
Phone: (403)342-3319
Email: jane.macneil@rdc.ab.ca

Dr. Michelle Soucy-Dahl, Head of Psychology
Phone: (403) 342-3543
Email: michelle.soucy-dahl@rdc.ab.ca

Visit Department Website for additional information.

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience

Please send your resume and the names of three references to:

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
RED DEER COLLEGE
BOX 5005
RED DEER AB T4N 5H5
FAX #:(403)342-3161
EMAIL: HRO@RDC.AB.CA
(Send in Microsoft Word or ASCII Text format)
http://www.rdc.ab.ca/human_resources/

Review of applications will begin at NOON on March 26th , 2010 and will continue until a suitable candidate is found. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Posted February 11, 2010
Community Neurorehab Services

CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST - PART TIME

Want to make a difference?
You can.  Community Neurorehab Services (CNS) is a Calgary-based clinic helping people with personal or family stroke or brain-injury related issues.  We are community-based and focus on individual needs.  We encompass family issues, we are holistic.  Join a high-performing team that focuses on improving and maintaining every aspect of life for individuals recovering from brain dysfunction.

As part of the interdisciplinary team you will participate in assessment and treatment of psychosocial concerns for individuals with brain injury or cognitive dysfunction secondary to another medical condition. CNS is a fast paced, high performance team that produces outstanding outcomes for stakeholders, with strong support for our staff.

You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team of professionals and rehabilitation specialists, in collaboration and consultation with other psychologists.

If you are seeking the opportunity to: 

  • Work with a team of professionals and rehabilitation specialists committed to a high degree of interdisciplinary team collaboration.
  • Manage a diverse and challenging caseload with regular consultation and support with other psychologists.
  • Provide a variety of clinical activities including Neuropsychological Assessment and direct interventions (individual, family and group) to persons with stroke and brain injury.
  • Contribute in a fast paced multi-tasking-working environment with strong support.
  • Develop project management, research and presentation skills. 

And your qualifications include: 

  • You are registered, or eligible for registration with supervision, with the College of Alberta Psychologists and Canadian Psychological Association.
  • Completion of a PhD from a recognized clinical / rehabilitation degree program.
  • Experience in neuropsychological assessment and or have completed graduate assessment course work.
  • An excellent attendance record, reliability and personal suitability as demonstrated in your employment record and references.  

Wage: To be determined by qualifications with eligibility for benefits at 6 months into the term.

Dates: Available March 1, 2010 (position will remain open until suitable candidate is identified)

Supervision: If required, will be provided by a Registered Clinical/Neuropsychologist and follows standard practice guidelines outlined with the College of Alberta Psychologists.

To learn more about CNS visit our web address at www.alliance-cns.com .
Further information is available by telephone at (403) 215-1501.
Applications for this position may be forwarded by resume, in confidence to the Director. Fax (403) 215-1505, email: cns1@telus.net 

Posted February 11, 2010
Viking/Beaver Family & Community Support Services

requires a Part-time GENERAL FAMILY COUNSELLOR (3 month contract position).

Duties: Support individuals and families to function to their potential by providing counselling, referrals, and advocating on their behalf.

Qualifications:   Minimum Psychology, Social Work or related counselling degree, and two years experience in a related responsible position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  Preference will be given to those belonging to a related professional association.

Must possess a valid Alberta Driver's License and vehicle.                             

Term:   Nine (9) afternoon/evening hours one day per week, from April 27, 2010 to July 27, 2010

Mail, Fax or Email Resumes to:
Joanne Stewart, Director
Box 688   Viking, AB  T0B 4N0
Fax (780) 336-4725    Email jstewart@vbfcss.com
Please include an expected hourly contract rate with application.

Applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. March 26th, 2010.

Posted February 9, 2010
Human Solution

Clinical Manager, Substance Abuse Services, Southern Alberta

This clinical assessment services and quality assurance role will require you to provide substance abuse assessments (SAE), have oversight over quality assurance and provide network support. Additionally, you will be required to provide bridge counselling and relapse prevention support. Assuming the required experience, supporting Humans Solutions customers with training and decision support will also be required.

Key areas of responsibility include:
1)         Assist in the identification and training of our growing service network.
2)         According to established standards, ensure the quality of services and reporting.
3)         Provide SAE assessments and reports, counselling support, and related customer consultation and training.

You will have a minimum of a Masters degree in Psychology or Social Work, and be a Registered Psychologist or Registered Social Worker. Formal training and experience in substance abuse is required. Familiarity with substance abuse assessment and treatment best practices, provincial and federal legislation, and privacy legislation would be an asset.

This position is available in our Calgary office. Salary is negotiable, based on experience. Attractive benefit package provided.

About Human Solutions Canada Inc.

Human SolutionsTM creates and implements solutions for the health and productivity of organizations and their employees. We are a Canadian-based company and maintain strong relationships with a wide range of industries and organizations-private and public, large and small, union and non-union-across Canada, the United States, and around the world.

Applications

Please send an e-mail accompanied by a cover letter and resume to: careers@humansolutions.ca

Closing Date:  Open until the right candidate has been identified

Posted February 9, 2010
Human Solutions Humaines

NATIONAL PRACTICE MANAGER, SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES - EDMONTON, CALGARY OR VANCOUVER

This senior role will require you to provide quality assurance leadership for our national substance abuse practice. You will oversee our clinical network of substance abuse service providers ensuring strong professional standards, methodologies and expertise to meet our customer's needs. This role will also include direct clinical services.

Key areas of responsibility include:
1)         create the required capacity to deliver services out of specified offices through the identification and development of the service network
2)         maintain a common professional service standard, tools, methodologies, and reporting that will ensure the quality of product and service delivery
3)         support revenue growth and respond to customer inquires when required

You will have a minimum of a Masters degree in Psychology or Social Work, and be a Registered Psychologist or RSW. Formal training and experience in substance abuse is required. Familiarity with substance abuse assessment and treatment best practices, provincial and federal legislation, and privacy legislation. Knowledge of jurisprudence in this field would be an asset.

This position can be based in our Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver offices. Salary is negotiable, based on experience. Attractive benefit package provided.

About Human Solutions Canada Inc.

Human SolutionsTM creates and implements solutions for the health and productivity of organizations and their employees. We are a Canadian-based company and maintain strong relationships with a wide range of industries and organizations-private and public, large and small, union and non-union-across Canada, the United States, and around the world.

Please send an e-mail accompanied by a cover letter and resume to: careers@humansolutions.ca

Closing Date:  Open until the right candidate has been identified

Posted February 2, 2010
Human Solutions

CLINICAL MANAGER OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR ALBERTA NORTH

Looking for a Rewarding Career Opportunity as a Clinical Manager?
Human Solutions is looking for an individual passionate about helping people. Someone who balances effective clinical and managerial experience. This well-rounded professional works well with diverse clientele, clinicians, and community partners. With a multi-disciplinary approach to care, the Clinical Manager brings expertise in the areas of solution-focused counselling, case management and consultation, and team leadership. 

The Position
Human Solutions is seeking a registered psychologist or registered mental health professional to serve as Clinical Manager of Professional Services for Alberta North. In this service-oriented clinical and leadership role, excelling in quality assurance and cost management within our Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP) are key objectives of this position. By actively managing a network of counsellors and building quality relationships with our growing network of service providers, your unwavering commitment to quality will ensure that our sterling reputation continues to flourish. Providing clinical supervision and upholding accreditation standards are core responsibilities. Reporting to the Regional Director of Professional Services for Western Canada, your proactive and responsive troubleshooting, reliability, and flexibility will make you a valued member of the Edmonton team.

As Clinical Manager and a mental health professional, you will lead your team in areas including counselling, crisis intervention, telephonic counselling, and exemplary case management. You will ensure your team is responsive to the needs of clients in a timely and effective way. You will foster an environment of teamwork, responsible professionals and flexibility with client needs at the cornerstone. As Clinical Manager, you will contribute to crisis management and intervention as well as manager consultations. You will bring to your team enthusiasm, commitment, and solid communication skills.

As a key member of Professional Services, you will collaborate with senior personnel in other departments including Account Management and Business Development. For specific customers, you may serve as the program manager. Fostering strong working relationships with every customer is part of the role. Participation in customer orientations may be required from time to time. In addition, you bring a solid track record of effective project management skills.

Working With Us

The position is located in our Edmonton office. Minimal travel will be required. Salary is negotiable and is based on experience. An attractive benefit package is provided.

About Human SolutionsTM

Human Solutions creates and implements solutions for the health and productivity of organizations and their employees. We are a Canadian-based industry leader renowned for our strong relationships with a wide range of industries and organizations - private and public, large and small, union and non-union - across Canada, the United States and around the world.

Please send an email accompanied by your resume and statement of work-related interests to: careers@humansolutions.ca

Open until the right candidate has been identified.

Posted January 22, 2010
CBI Health Group

Position:           Psychologist
Term:               Part Time (approximately 1-2 days per week)
Location:          CBI Health Edmonton
Start Date:        Negotiable 

Description:  CBI Health Edmonton is looking for a Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team.  The primary duties will include direct patient care in the treatment of MVA, LTD/STD clients that may include addressing mood disorders, post traumatic stress, chronic pain disorders, fibromyalgia, etc.  You will be working closely with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and kinesiologists as part of an integrated health care team. 

Qualifications:  A Masters Degree from an APA/CPA accredited university program is required. Doctorate degree (Ph.D.) in Psychology from an accredited university program with internship from APA-CPA accredited internship program strongly preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience satisfactory to the Employer may be considered. Experience in performing psychological assessments, as well as knowledge of administration and interpretation of a variety of standardized cognitive and personality assessment instruments is essential.  Strong communication, organization, and report writing skills with experience counseling within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation setting.  

Our Company:  CBI Health Group is one of Canada's premier providers of quality Health Care and Rehabilitation Services. The success of our system is dependent upon the strength of our people and considerable resources are focused on hiring, training and developing staff. We offer competitive salary and benefits, continuing education opportunities, innovative practices, and a team concept of delivery of care. 

Interested applicants please forward your resumes to ccey@cbi.ca
All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

For more information please contact:  

Cassandra Cey, Regional Recruitment Officer
CBI Health Alberta
#940, 999 - 36th Street NE, Calgary, Alberta
Ph: (403) 463-8784  Fax: (403) 272-4595
Email: ccey@cbi.ca
Website: www.cbi.ca  

Posted January 22, 2010
The CARDIAC WELLNESS INSTITUTE OF CALGARY, INC

is currently taking applications for a  permanent part-time (12 - 20 hours/week) Clinical Psychologist or Social Worker.  

Job Summary:

The position provides advanced level practice within the context of a cardiac rehabilitation interdisciplinary team. This includes direct clinical care with individuals and family members; group psychoeducation; case consultation; and program development.   Clinical care for individuals and family members is short term and includes psychosocial assessment, therapeutic intervention, and resource referrals.  Group psychoeducation includes delivery of classes, and peer planning and debriefing.  Interdisciplinary case consultation is in both a group structured format and on an ad hoc basis as required.  

Applicants should have the following qualifications:

  • Minimum Master's degree
  • Registered Psychologist or Social Worker in the Province of Alberta.
  • Minimum five years professional practice experience.
  • Advanced skill in counseling and/or crisis intervention with individuals and families facing chronic health conditions.
  • Demonstrated comfort and ability to assess and intervene within a short-term mental health model.
  • Knowledge of adult learning principles and demonstrated experience/skill in providing education to clients.
  • Ability to perform all duties in accordance with related legislation.
  • Demonstrated ability to work within a self-directed environment with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a multidisciplinary team. 

Closing date:  "Until Suitable Candidtate is Found"

Please apply by submitting a resume to: 

Program Manager
Cardiac Wellness Institute
Box 50, 2225 Macleod Trail S
Calgary, AB T2G 5B6

Fax: 571-6974

email: thauer@cwic.ca  

No phone calls please

Only those considered will be notified.

Posted January 13, 2010
Dr. Cynthia Blackman and Associates

REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST

For 1 to 2 days a week in a well-established firm in Edmonton. The applicant must have experience treating and assessing adults who present with a variety of health related concerns including chronic pain, PTSD, depression, and adjustment to chronic illness, and be comfortable writing reports. Experience with cognitive behavioral techniques, relaxation therapy, hypnosis or EMDR would be an asset. This is a contract position that involves the freedom to set your own schedule. It also allows for working in close consultation with a senior psychologist.

Please send resumes by fax to Dr. Cynthia Blackman and Associates at
 780-488-4060

Posted January 11, 2010
Government of Yukon

The Yukon Government's Family and Children's Services is seeking submissions from private practitioners interested in the preparation of court - ordered custody/access reports, pursuant to section 43 of the Children's Act.   

Private practitioners must hold a Psychology degree at a minimum of the Masters level and be registered to practice in their jurisdiction. Experience conducting these types of family and child assessments is essential.   

Family and Children's Services will establish a list of qualified private practitioners able to fulfill the department's requirements based on expressions of interest received.   

A Private Practitioner Application Package or further information can be obtained by contacting either:   

Patricia Fortier
Manager, Child Placement Services
Family and Children's Services
Health and Social Services
Government of Yukon
H-10 Box 2703 Whitehorse, Yukon
Y1A 2C6
Patricia.fortier@gov.yk.ca
(867) 667-3473 

Beverly Fouhse
Coordinator, Adoption and Custody/Access
Family and Children's Services
Health and Social Services
Government of Yukon
H-10 Box 2703 Whitehorse, Yukon
Y1A 2C6
Beverly.Fouhse@gov.yk.ca
(867) 667-5071

Posted January 7, 2010
Child & Family Counselling (casual contract)

The Association of Communities Against Abuse
is looking to fill the following position:  

Child and Family Counsellor
(Casual Contract Position)
1-2 days per week in Stettler, AB 

This person will be an experienced, energetic licensed Child and Family Counsellor who will join a rurally based therapy team. The successful candidate will have a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work or Counselling Psychology and special training in the treatment of sexual, physical and emotional abuse of children, adolescents and adults. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential. The ability to travel is an asset.
Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Please e-mail to acaa@telusplanet.net or mail to Program Director, Box 2132, STETTLER, AB  T0C 2L0 or fax to (403) 742-3287. 

We appreciate all applications. Only those short-listed will be contacted.