Consultant Psychologist – Province-Wide (Newfoundland)

About Calian

At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.

We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.

Job Type: Casual

Position Overview

Calian is proud to deliver high-quality psychological assessment services to public and private sector clients across Canada. We are seeking Psychologists throughout Newfoundland to join our team and contribute to meaningful work. In this role, you will support organizations operating in high-risk environments by conducting assessments that ensure candidates are well-suited for their positions.

As part of our national network of consultant psychologists, you will help ensure that organizations are staffed with individuals who have been thoroughly assessed and are prepared to perform their duties effectively. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the success of our clients and the professionals they employ.

We are looking for psychologists to conduct candidate selection assessments for correctional services officers and armed border agents. This role offers flexibility, as we manage referrals and coordinate assessments based on your availability.

Your work will focus on structured stress interviews and comprehensive report writing, allowing you to concentrate on your core expertise. This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy variety and have a strong interest in law enforcement. It offers a dynamic environment without the need for therapeutic alliances, making it a great fit for those who prefer assessment-focused work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews with candidates who have completed written personality assessments administered by Calian. After the interview, complete a structured template with your findings.
• Perform the second part of a two-part assessment: review formal testing results (MMPI-3 and 16PF) and conduct a structured clinical interview.
• Interpret test results and determine whether candidates meet the requirements of the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC).
• Provide feedback on assessment results to candidates and, when required, defend psychological evaluations.
  
  

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D in Psychology (must-have)
• Licensed for autonomous practice as a Psychologist in Newfoundland
• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience working with public safety entities such as provincial or municipal police forces, DND, RCMP, CSC, CSIS, CBSA, or provincial equivalents
• Completion of at least 50 psychological readiness assessments for candidates
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Casual contract and flexible working schedule
• Assessments may be conducted on weekdays, weekends, or evenings.
• Ability to conduct interviews either in person in a private office or remotely
  
  

AI Usage Disclosure

At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.