Reference Number
PEN19J-018177-000248
Selection Process Number
2019-PEN-EA-PRA-150721
Organization
Correctional Service Canada
Year
2019-2020
Days Open
302
Classification
PS03
City
MULTIPLE
Type
External
Total
41
Employment Equity
35
(85.4%)
Screened out
0
(0%)
Screened in
41
(100%)
Employment Equity 85.4% 35
Screened Out 0% 0
Screened In 100% 41
Women 85.4% 35
Visible minority 0% 0
Indigenous 0% 0
People with disabilities 0% 0
English 0% 0
French 0% 0
Citizens 80.5% 33
Permanent Residents 0% 0
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.
The Government of Canada is committed to building a skilled workforce that is representative of Canada's diversity, which includes the recruitment of Canadian Veterans and releasing Canadian Armed Forces personnel: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/canadian-armed-forces-members-veterans.html
The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is hiring Psychologists and will challenge you like no other organization in Canada. We need you for important work at our facilities in the Prairie Region located in urban, semi-urban and rural locations in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. You will be called on to address the mental health needs of offenders and services related to their reintegration into society. Our team of over 300 Psychologists is world-renowned for their contributions to correctional research.
In addition to the exciting work, we offer an excellent benefit package, the potential for flexible work arrangements and encourage continuing learning.
We encourage diversity and welcome you to apply!
Employment Tenure: A qualified pool of candidates will be established and may be used to staff positions of various tenures including permanent, temporary, casual.
Positions to be filled: 10
Your résumé.
A covering letter in 5,000 words (maximum)
EDUCATION
Graduation with a master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in clinical, forensic or counseling psychology.
Specific coursework at the graduate level in one or more of the following areas: abnormal behaviour/psychopathology, psychological assessment, and/or psychological interventions.
Registration for autonomous practice of psychology by a provincial or territorial registering/licensing body in Canada.
Experience in the provision of psychological services (including mental health services), such as assessment, counseling or other psychological services with adults, either to groups or individuals.
English essential
Information on language requirements
Knowledge of ethical principles guiding the professional practice of psychology.
Knowledge of principles and applications of psychological services (including mental health services), such as assessment, treatment, programs and crisis intervention.
Ability to provide psychological services (including mental health services), such as assessment, treatment, programs and crisis intervention.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Effective interpersonal relations
Judgment
Integrity
Doctorate from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in clinical, forensic or counseling psychology.
Registration for autonomous practice of psychology by the provincial registering/ licensing body in the province of practice.
Experience in the provision of psychological services in forensic/correctional settings.
Knowledge of the Correctional Service of Canada, the Criminal Justice System and its legislative basis, and the relevant provincial legislation governing mental health and the practice of psychology.
Knowledge of contemporary Canadian Aboriginal issues.
Ability to diagnose mental disorders.
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to solve problems.
Ability to manage own time.
Desire to learn and change
Teamwork
Focus on results
Dependability
Flexibility
Initiative
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women
Information on employment equity
Reliability Status security clearance
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
Information on the preference to veterans
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.