Psychologists - 2025-2026 Graduates

Req ID: 215390 
Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia
Department: Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health
Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available
Union: Based on Bargaining Unit and Constituent Union/Non-Union Position 

About the Opportunity

Psychology plays a meaningful role in Nova Scotia’s healthcare system. Here, psychologists work as part of integrated, team-based care, with space to connect with peers across services. The province’s size supports collaboration and continuity. Many psychologists choose Nova Scotia for the balance it offers — strong clinical work, professional growth and a life that leaves room for family and community. Your psychology career and your life are richer here.

This is a talent posting and opportunities include Mental Health & Addictions and other medical areas across Nova Scotia Health. For more information, please go to Start your psychology career in Nova Scotia! - Nova Scotia Health Career Opportunities - More Than Medicine 

About You

We want to hear from you if you have the following:

• Graduating with PhD/PsyD in Clinical Psychology or Masters in Psychology from an accredited university program
• Current/eligible registration as a Psychologist with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Psychology (NSRP) or current listing on the Candidate Register under the supervision of a Registered Psychologist
• Travel may be required
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
• Please ensure your resume includes all relevant education, experience, training and certifications.

Hours

Various permanent, assignments (temporary), casual relief (no guarantee of hours), and opportunities available in various locations throughout Nova Scotia.


You will be given the opportunity to specify your work hours and location preferences in the application. 

Compensation and Benefits

Psychologist (Masters)
$42.21 - $58.30 Hourly
Candidate Registered (step 4): $49.24 Hourly
Masters Registered (steps 5-8): $51.22 - $58.30 Hourly
 

Psychologist (PhD)
$54.05 - $69.25 Hourly
Candidate Registered (step 3): $60.80 Hourly
Psychologist PhD (steps 4-6): $64.18 - $70.98 Hourly
 

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity. 

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

Nova Scotia Health’s Employee Career Advice (ECA) Program supports internal employees in their career development and progression with résumé-building, interview skill development, resources and advice for optimizing job searches, and more. Employees can book a one-on-one meeting or view upcoming workshops on the ECA Intranet page or via email at employeecareeradvice@nshealth.ca.