Job Description

TELUS Health and LifeWorks have recently come together to leverage the power of technology and our caring cultures to further progress our shared goal of building a healthier and friendlier future for all. As a global-leading health and well-being provider \xe2\x80\x93 encompassing physical, mental and financial health \xe2\x80\x93 TELUS Health is improving health outcomes for consumers, patients, healthcare professionals, employers and employees.

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Psychologist (Workplace Support Programs)

Anywhere in Nova Scotia

Independent contractor

The opportunity:

You will be performing psychological assessments, providing a diagnosis and providing counselling services for TELUS Health clients, as an independent contractor. Service may be rendered in-person or through video-call.

What you will do:

• Assess and provide provisional diagnosis of mental health issues for individuals;
• Create and deliver treatment plans for medium-term counselling interventions (average of 10 sessions);
• Provide specialized counselling interventions to a diverse set of clients dealing with various personal issues including trauma exposure, depression and anxiety and substance use;
• Manage the administrative requirements as dictated by TELUS Health\'s clinical models.

Who we are looking for:

• Doctoral degree in Psychology is mandatory;
• In good standing with the College of Psychologists of Nova Scotia;
• Trauma-focused care provider;
• Experience and training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy required;
• Experience with mandated clients is an asset;
• Ability to write reports in a clear and concise manner;
• We value experience and/or training in at least one of the following 4 areas:

• EMDR
• Prolonged Exposure
• Cognitive Processing
• Accelerated Resolution Therapy

Where permitted by law, company employees must be fully immunized to access a TELUS Health or LifeWorks office or customer premises.

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By applying to this role, you understand and agree that your information will be shared with the TELUS Group of Companies\xe2\x80\x99 Talent Acquisition team(s) and/or any leader(s) who will be part of the selection process.

LifeWorks