Augury Healthcare is seeking a Psychologist or Psychological Associate to provide psychological services within a women’s correctional facility in Kitchener, Ontario. This role supports a high-needs, forensic population requiring comprehensive assessment, treatment, and ongoing risk management in a secure setting.
Compensation
$160 to $200 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and correctional mental health expertise. Higher rates may be considered for highly experienced forensic or correctional psychologists
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychological assessments and provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions
- Develop and implement behaviour management strategies
- Assess, monitor, and document mental health status, including suicide risk assessments
- Provide recommendations regarding at-risk status and clinical interventions
- Consult with the interdisciplinary Health Care Team on behavioural and psychological concerns
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation
- Contribute to a safe, structured, and trauma-informed care environment
Work Environment
This role is based within a women’s correctional facility, offering a unique and highly structured clinical environment. The psychologist will work as part of an interdisciplinary health care team supporting individuals with complex mental health, trauma histories, and behavioural challenges.
The setting is:
- Secure and highly structured, with clear clinical protocols and safety procedures
- Fast-paced, requiring strong clinical judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Collaborative, involving close work with nursing staff, physicians, and correctional personnel
- Trauma-informed, with an emphasis on safety, stabilization, and rehabilitation
- Impactful, providing essential mental health care to an underserved and high-need population
Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Psychology
- Registration in good standing with the College of Psychologists of Ontario as a Psychologist or Psychological Associate (or eligibility)
- Experience in correctional, forensic, or high-risk clinical settings strongly preferred
- Strong skills in risk assessment, crisis intervention, and behavioural management
- Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply by sending their resume to:
Or apply directly through Indeed
Equal Opportunity Employer
Augury Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive, accessible workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.
Pay: $160.00-$200.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Commuter benefits
- Company car
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Flexible schedule
- Housing allowance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Relocation assistance
Application question(s):
- Are you comfortable working in a correctional facility?
Experience:
- Psychiatry: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
