Director Forensic Services And Chief Psychologist

Director Forensic Services/Chief Psychologist

Position #: 122272

Expected Start Date: January 12, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Hospital

City/Town: North Battleford

Department: Director - SK Hospital Forensics & Chief Psychologist

Type: Full-time Regular

FTE: 1

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per week

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: The salary for this position is $181,000 and benefits as per Out-of-Scope terms and conditions of employment.

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Director Forensic Services/Chief Psychologist is a key leader in Saskatchewan health care, partnering with system leaders to achieve our province's healthcare goals. Reporting to the Executive Director Primary Health Care, the Director is responsible for contributing to the development and achievement of strategy by articulating gaps and needs. The Director supports strategy through the development and execution of operational and business plans, including cascading, monitoring, reporting, and course correction of same. The Director demonstrates strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client-centric culture. The Director must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations. The Director will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience:

• 3-5 years experience in the provision of psychology services
• Experience, at an operational level, as a leader who has developed and led innovative planning and programs in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
• 3-5 years in a leadership position with progressive advancement.

Education:

• A recognized Doctorate in Psychology
• Licensed and in good standing with professional association and/or regulatory body, if applicable

Licenses:

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies:

• Advanced - Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Advanced - Capability to develop coalitions: build partnerships/networks to create results
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Critical thinking skills
• Advanced - Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to act professionally, ethically and provide sound judgement
• Ability to instruct, collaborate and evaluate performance
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Ability to interpret & apply legislation/guidelines/policy
• Knowledge of the diversity of cultures, values and traditions
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in principles of patient and family centered care
• Knowledge in healthcare system in Saskatchewan and across Canada

Other Information:

• Travel within the region and provincially
• The successful applicant may also qualify for a $25,000 recruitment incentive, and up to $10,000 in relocation assistance

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.