Contract Psychologist – Provisionals Welcome

Be Well Psychology Inc. is a young and rapidly growing practice located in the west end of downtown Calgary. Seeking a Registered Psychologist or Provisional Psychologist to provide both in-person and virtual counselling. This contract position will start as part-time as you build your caseload, with the expectation to reach full-time (20-25 clients per week).

Be Well Psychology Inc. believes in prioritizing the development of a genuine and safe therapeutic relationship to facilitate meaningful and lasting change. Utilizing evidence-based practices, all members of the Be Well Psychology team provide a custom-tailored therapy approach that supports the unique needs and preferences of each client we serve.

Counselling/Psychological Services: Successful candidates will have training and direct clinical experience providing counselling to individuals and couples. Previous private practice experience is an asset.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Registration as a Psychologist (provisional or full registration) who is in good standing with the College of Alberta Psychologists.
• If provisionally registered, you will have your own external supervision.
• At least 1.5 years of direct experience.
• Clinical experience working with (and desire to work with) couples is required, with training in Gottman or EFT an asset.
• Strong clinical skills in general assessment, treatment formulation and implementation.
• Clinical experience working in a private practice setting is an asset.
• Holds current professional liability insurance for Alberta.
• Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Persons Sector Clearance.

Who you are:

• You are passionate about providing exceptional client-centered care.
• You are looking to join an existing private practice for long-term career growth.
• You enjoy working within the contractor model, in which you get to focus on providing therapy and not worry about back-end business and marketing operations.
• You are self-motivated and detail-oriented with a strong ability to manage your caseload independently.
• You engage in frequent self-reflection and consultation and you value life-long learning.
• You value self-care and caring for your own mental health.

What we offer:

• Fully furnished office space downtown Calgary including internet, heated underground parking for contractor, coffee/tea service, kitchen, and boardroom.
• A strong belief in work-life balance and burnout prevention, including 15-minute breaks between sessions and a maximum of five sessions per day.
• Facilitation of positive workplace culture and team-building.
• Opportunity to graduate to a four-day work week once you are consistently fully booked.
• Competitive compensation rates based on a percentage of hourly billing.
• Opportunity for increases in compensation with years served.
• Ability to create your desired practice with flexibility to work online and in-person.
• Ability to offer sliding scale rates at your discretion.
• Marketing/advertising on your behalf.
• Use of the building’s gym.
• Clinic management software for online booking, billing, video platform for virtual appointments (Jane).

Schedule: This is an independent contract position with somewhat flexible hours. Evening availability is mandatory with weekend availability considered an asset.

Closing Date: Until a suitable candidate is found.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV to:

Beverly Reed, R.Psych, Owner
Be Well Psychology Inc.
beverly@bewellpsychology.ca
bewellpsychology.ca

Thank you for your interest in applying for this position. Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.