Provisional Psychologist at Foothills Academy
Our Purpose
For almost fifty years, Foothills Academy Society in Calgary, AB has offered a
specialized School, as well as a wide-range of Community Services for young
people with learning and attention issues. We are a Registered Charity, and we
have an opening for a Registered Provisional Psychologist to work as a member of
our Counselling Psychology team, starting on September 1, 2026. The successful
individual will be a valued member of our collaborative team, and would work with
clients, families, and colleagues in a collaborative, strengths-based manner.
Job Description
This position is a 22-month commitment, and includes individual and group clinical supervision with Dr. MacMillan. The role is composed of two parts:
1. Provide individual and family counselling services to a caseload of Foothills Academy school students with diagnosed Learning Disabilities and comorbid disorders (such as ADHD) in grades 3 – 12, who are referred to counselling for support in relation to a wide-range of issues, including anxiety; depression; social struggles; parent-child conflict; struggles with self-understanding; and LGBTQ journeys. Members of the Counselling Team provide consultation to teaching staff; school administration; and other professionals. This portion of the role is compensated this a monthly stipend (for 32 hrs/week, over 4 days) during the school year (September thru June).
2. There are year-round opportunities to also facilitate process groups and provide counselling to a caseload of youth, adults, and families from the broader LD/ADHD community on a fee-for service basis.
• Live observation and feedback
• Free on-site supervision and consultation readily available
• Guaranteed clients and administrative support
• Weekly team meetings to discuss best practices, case consultation, and ethics
• Extensive resources and professional development opportunities
• Close working relationship with school teaching staff; school administration; psychologists; and other professionals.
Qualifications and How to Apply
QUALIFICATIONS:
-A Registered Provisional Psychologist or credential approval with the College of Alberta Psychologists.
-Your graduate degree was in Counselling Psychology.
-Experience working with children and adolescents, as well as their families.
-A self-motivated individual with a strong desire to collaborate with colleagues in order to learn and grow their knowledge and skill-set.
If you are interested please submit the following to: Dr. Karen MacMillan, R.Psych, Executive co-Director, Foothills Academy Society at counsellingpracticum@foothillsacademy.org
-Resume with a cover letter
-The names of three professional references
Applicants will be contacted for an interview after their documentation has been received and reviewed. Our placements are limited; please apply early!