LP 6A - Licensed Psychologist - Amended

Posting Title LP 6A - Licensed Psychologist Position Classification Licensed Psychologist 6A Union PEA Work Options Hybrid Location Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary) Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range

$100,090.56 - $127,397.44 annually Close Date 4/21/2026 Job Type Regular Full Time Temporary End Date Ministry/Organization BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development Ministry Branch / Division Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services Job Summary The Team The Youth Forensic Psychiatric Services team is an established group committed to providing essential mental health services to young people involved in the justice system. This team works closely with probation services, community agencies and contracted service providers, as well as Youth Custody Services staff to deliver Court-ordered assessments and treatments. Join us in making a significant impact by supporting youth who are navigating complex legal and mental health challenges. The Role As a Licensed Psychologist, you will provide independent psychological assessments for young people involved in the justice system, whether they are in the community or in custody. You'll work with multi-disciplinary teams in specialized counseling and therapy, supervise junior psychologists and students, and collaborate on research projects. Your work will play a crucial role in shaping effective assessment and treatment services, ultimately supporting the mental health and rehabilitation of young people in the justice system.

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 your degree was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services (ICES). You must provide a basic report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
• 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 Kelli.Kienas@gov.bc.ca. About this Position: Flexible work options are available, this position may be able to work up to one or more days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement. This position provides service to the Nanaimo area. Qualified applicants may work out of the Nanaimo office or virtually from the Victoria office with travel to Nanaimo for direct client contact occurring x1 monthly. An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and temporary 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. Working for the BC Public Service: The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace. We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process. The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews. The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits, including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. Regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), have a 35 hour work week, and 4 weeks’ annual paid leave entitlement. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You.

How To Apply

Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

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. 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.
• Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR. Job Category Health Services, Social Services