Forensic Clinical Psychologist (Adults) - University of Manitoba, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority & Selkirk Mental Health Centre

The Department of Clinical Health Psychology in the Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba, in collaboration with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) and Selkirk Mental Health Centre (SMHC) invites applications for a Contingent Geographic Full-Time Psychologist at the Assistant Professor level (position #04400), commencing  May 1, 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter.  The position will be based 50% at the Forensic Mental Health Service at the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg and 50% at the Forensic Service of SMHC in Selkirk, Manitoba (approximately a 30 minute drive from Winnipeg).

Clinical Health Psychology is both a Department in the Faculty of Medicine and a clinical programme within the WRHA. For more information, visit our website: www.umanitoba.ca/medicine/clinical_health_psych

Position Responsibilities:

·   Provision of clinical psychology services to adult inpatients and outpatients, including forensic assessments, short-term therapy, individual and group treatment.

·   Provision of psychological consultation to the multi-disciplinary forensic mental health teams at the Health Sciences Centre and Selkirk Mental Health Centre

·   Supervision of psychology interns in our CPA and APA accredited Psychology Internship programme, and teaching of medical students.

·   Development of an active programme of research in forensic psychology and related fields (research will be primarily based at Health Sciences Centre site, adjacent to the medical school).

Qualifications:

·   PhD in Clinical Psychology from a CPA or APA accredited clinical psychology training programme, and completion of a CPA or APA accredited internship

·   Eligibility for registration as a Psychologist by the Psychological Association of Manitoba.

·   Satisfactory results of pre-employment criminal records and child abuse registry checks.

·   Education and experience in psychometric and psychodiagnostic testing with adults.

·   Education and experience in forensic psychology.

·   Training, experience, and/or research background and interests in Aboriginal health issues would be an asset.

·   A valid driver’s license and vehicle are necessary for this position.

Salary and Benefits:

·   An attractive salary schedule is available and, in addition, the GFT agreement provides for on-site private practice opportunities.

The University encourages applications from qualified women and men, including members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Interested persons should apply in writing, including curriculum vitae, and provide the names and contact information of three references to:

Dr. Bob McIlwraith
Department of Clinical Health Psychology
Faculty of Medicine
University of Manitoba
PZ 350 - 771 Bannatyne Avenue
Winnipeg, MB  R3E 3N4
Tel:   (204) 787-3876
Fax:  (204) 787-3755
email: bmcilwraith@hsc.mb.ca

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba).

Deadline for Initial Review of Applications is February 11, 2008, and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.