Psychologist

Lifeline to a healthy workplace

Psychologists play an important role in the RCMP. They deliver services that help keep our officers safe and healthy.

Psychologists protect RCMP officers from the impacts of psychological risks by:

• identifying and evaluating mental health issues as early as possible
• helping those with psychological health problems return to their best health
• building a trusting relationship with our officers so that they are comfortable seeking mental health support when needed

What the work involves

You will perform psychological assessments of RCMP officers. This includes but is not limited to:

• reviewing medical files
• conducting clinical interviews, including administering recognized psychological tests
• identifying areas that need intervention
• educating officers on psychological health
• making recommendations and referrals

You will also have access to regular and timely peer meetings for case discussions and consultation.

Top reasons to work for the RCMP

• 37.5 hour work week (overtime may be required in some circumstances)
• enviable indexed pension plan
• medical and dental health care benefits
• four-week's paid vacation within a year of being hired
• training opportunities
• reimbursement of licensing and relevant association fees
• no office overhead
• competitive pay ($95,233 to $112,957) with terminable allowances:
  • master's level registered psychologists - $6,000
  • doctoral level registered psychologists - $12,000

If you want to make a real difference in the lives of others, and help keep Canadians safe – this is the career for you!

Date modified:

2022-01-14