The Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Wellness with responsibility for the management and operation of Public Health Services within the parishes of St. James, Hanover, Trelawny, and Westmoreland, invites applications from qualified professionals for the following positions:
Psychologist (HPC/ALH 3) - St. James Health Department
Under the direction supervision of the Medical Officer (Health), the Psychologist is responsible for leading, organizing and managing both the administrative and technical functions related to the psychosocial services offered by the Clinic.
Qualifications & Experience:
- M.Sc. degree in Clinical Psychology
- Five (5) years experience in a similar capacity
- Experienced with specialist psychological assessment and treatment of a wide range of mental health problems of varying severity and complexity
- Certification in supervisory management would be an asset
Clinical Psychologist (HPC/ALH 1)
Under the direct supervision of the Psychologist, the Clinical Psychologist assesses and treats persons with mental health and behavioral problems.
Qualifications & Experience:
- M.Sc. degree in Clinical Psychology
- Four (4) years experience in a similar capacity
- Experienced with specialist psychological assessment and treatment of a wide range of mental health problems of varying severity and complexity
Counselling Psychologist (HPC/ALH 1) - St. James Department
Under the direct supervision of the Psychologist, the Counselling Psychologist is responsible for providing treatment to patients through counselling by listening to and identifying core problems such as emotional crises, stress, anxiety and behavioural/mental disorders, building strong, long-term relationships, based on trust and monitoring patient response to treatment over time.
Qualifications & Experience:
- M.Sc. degree in Clinical Psychology
- Three (3) years experience in a similar capacity
- Experienced with psychological assessment and counselling of patients with mental health, behavioural and emotional problems
For further details regarding the vacancies, please visit our website: www.wrha.gov.jm
Application letter along with detailed resume should be submitted no later than May 16. 2025.