Primary Care Registered Psychologist - Tuesday/Sunday

Status: Part-Time, Permanent

Vacancies: One

FTE: 0.4

Schedule: Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Sunday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location: Calgary Zone

Work model:  Primarily work from home

Benefits:  Yes

The Calgary West Central Primary Care Network (CWC PCN) is a non-profit organization committed to a healthier future. As a Primary Care Network, we work alongside hundreds of family doctors (our members) to support the patient-doctor relationship and provide programs and services at no cost to doctor or patient.

As the Primary Care Registered Psychologist (PCRP), you'll provide comprehensive, quality mental health treatment to patients in a primary care setting. You'll be a member of an interprofessional healthcare team utilizing collaboration, innovation, and teamwork in the provision of primary care services.

This role is primarily a work from home position with occasional in-person responsibilities; therefore, the successful candidate must be located within the Calgary Zone or the surrounding area (e.g., Cochrane, Canmore, Airdrie, etc.).

Registration and membership with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) in good standing is required for this role. The successful candidate must be fully registered by the start date; however, the interview process can commence while the candidate is provisional.

The days and hours of work for this part-time position are Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Address a wide range of mental health concerns with the goal of early identification, quick resolution, long term prevention and health promotion.
• Provide intake of physician referrals for assessment of patients.
• Provide patient care delivered through 30- to 50-minute consultations on a short-term basis.
• Provide care through digital health technologies (e.g., telephone, video).
• Screen patients for risk to self and others.
• Provide crisis management, intervention and planning, to support individual patient need.
• Collaborate with the physician and other allied health professionals to ensure that the patient receives comprehensive care.
• Demonstrate expertise and skills to support patients presenting with:
• Depression, anxiety, and stress
• Stress-somatization responses
• Sleep disturbances
• Chronic pain
• Self-management of chronic diseases and other health conditions
• Occupational problems
• Relationship difficulties, including marital and child and family issues
• Bereavement, loss, and grief
• Substance abuse
• The needs of the elderly and their caregivers

Requirements

Education: A master’s level degree in psychology from an accredited university and recognized as sufficient for registration with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) is required. Additional certifications in mental health and chronic disease management are an asset. Professional education related to quality improvement (QI) in the workplace and on teams is an asset.

Experience: A minimum of 1 - 2 years' experience with the following is

required:

• Experience and comfort providing care through digital health technologies (e.g., telephone, video).
• Experience independently assessing patients with mental health conditions to determine the best options for care and treatment.

A minimum of 2 - 4 years' experience with the following is an asset:

• Clinical experience in a primary care setting.
• Previous experience in patient teaching and with successful QI initiatives in the workplace and on teams.

Registration: Registration and membership with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) in good standing is required. The successful candidate must be fully registered by the start date; however, the interview process can commence while the candidate is provisional.

Technical: Proficiency in computers, Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems is required. Experience in and/or willingness to learn platforms such as Pomelo and digital health is required.

Background check: A clear Criminal Background check with Vulnerable Sector check is required to start.

Why work for us?

We have been recognized as an Alberta Top 85 Employer for 2026. The CWC PCN is a leader in the provision of primary care through collaboration, innovation, and teamwork, creating healthy patients and satisfied providers.

Employees of the CWC PCN enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package that includes employer-paid premiums for health and dental benefits, health spending/wellness account, eligibility to contribute to our group RRSP plan and receive an employer match, flexible working options, generous vacation and personal time off allowances, education days, as well as professional development opportunities.

The CWC PCN is committed to providing a physically, emotionally, and psychologically safe environment for all workers, patients, and visitors. We are also committed to promoting policies internally that ensure team members across the organization feel they belong and can perform to their best capacity in a supportive and respectful work environment.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please submit your application to the posting on the CWC PCN’s website. When you apply, please include the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those who apply through the CWC PCN’s website will be moved forward in the recruitment process. This is a necessary step as we require important information from our application form.

Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered and decisions are merit-based. We invite applicants of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, ancestry, religious beliefs, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, age, family/marital status, and physical and mental disabilities.

The CWC PCN welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities or those needing an accommodation based on any other protected ground. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in the selection process. To request an accommodation, please email View email address on ca.workus.org.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting will remain open until the role is filled.