Psychologist
Core
Lead the development and governance of the national Mental Health Claims Framework, provide expert consultation on complex accident benefits claims, and oversee quality for psychological assessment and treatment services.
Role type
Senior IC licensed psychologist (claims management & clinical governance)
Builds
National Mental Health Claims Framework, standards, care pathways, and decision tools
Domain
Insurance (Accident Benefits) + Clinical Psychology
Required skills
Clinical assessment and diagnosis, psychometric testing, treatment plan review, expert opinion in disability/rehab, policy and framework development, organizational change leadership, stakeholder influence
Preferred skills
Insurance/claims environment experience, occupational health/disability management expertise, trauma/chronic pain training, return-to-work program knowledge
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide expert consultation on complex psychological claims; Evaluate assessments and clinical opinions to support claim decisions; Lead development of national Mental Health Claims Framework; Oversee quality and provider performance for psychological services; Identify emerging mental health trends and risks; Partner with Claims, Medical, Legal, and Rehabilitation teams; Build internal capability for Alberta's Care-First model
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities