Registered Psychologist

Job Description

Thrive Therapy is seeking a Registered Psychologist to join our growing multidisciplinary team.

This position is ideal for an experienced psychologist who enjoys working independently while collaborating closely with other healthcare professionals to provide holistic, client centered care. Our team includes occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, and counsellors who work together to support children, youth, adults, and families.

We are seeking a psychologist declared in Child and/or Youth Psychology to support clients from 1 to 18 years of age. Flexible scheduling is available, with hours tailored to your availability.

Psychologists declared in Adult Psychology are also encouraged to apply to support our growing adult client population.

About Thrive Therapy

Thrive Therapy is proud to be a locally owned and operated company dedicated to providing children, youth, adult, and senior healthcare services across Nova Scotia.

We believe that every person is entitled to a satisfying and meaningful life. Our mission is to support and empower our clients to achieve their goals, using an individualized and client-centred approach.

We offer services at our 2 clinic locations within the Halifax Regional Municipality, as well as in the community, in our client’s homes, workplaces, and within school-based settings.

Benefits & Compensation:

• A small company where your voice and opinion are heard.
• Highly competitive compensation.
• Flexible scheduling and time off.
• Supportive work environment; professional mentorship from experienced clinicians and managers.
• Continuing education allowance.
• Routine team meetings for CPD, caseload discussions, inter-professional collaboration, and more.
• Administrative assistance with booking, billing, emails, etc.
• Leadership development and career growth opportunities (as preferred).
• Opportunities to work with a diverse caseload (as preferred).

Requirements

• Master's or Doctorate in Psychology from an accredited University.
• Registration with the the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology (NSBEP). The Psychologist must be registered as candidate registrants cannot own / operate a solo practice.
• Declared in the area of Children and/or Youth Psychology.
• Professional liability insurance.
• Legal ability to work in Canada.
• Criminal background check and vulnerable sector check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessments and interventions for children and youth, ensuring a focus on patient care and well-being.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and other healthcare providers to support child development.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with medical terminology and standards.
• Stay current with developments in child and adolescent psychology and integrate best practices into clinical care.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to work independently and complete assessments and reports in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with the client, family, and their team.
• Above all - a passion for working with clients and families with various needs!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual, Freelance

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing
• Vision care
• Work from home

Licence/Certification:

• registration with the NSBEP (required)

Work Location: In person