Backup Psychologist for Service Continuity

The contract seeks a qualified backup psychologist to ensure seamless continuity of psychological services within the Correctional Service of Canada, specifically for facilities located in Ontario outside the National Capital Region. The role is critical to maintaining uninterrupted care for individuals in custody when the primary psychologist is absent due to illness, leave, or other unforeseen circumstances. The position requires adherence to professional standards and protocols consistent with federal correctional mental health practices, ensuring therapeutic interventions, assessments, and crisis responses remain effective and compliant with institutional requirements. This subcontract, classified under NAICS code 621330, is open for bids with a response deadline of June 23, 2026, and was posted on May 27, 2026. The service delivery must align with federal corrections policies and be accessible across designated sites in Ontario, requiring flexibility in scheduling and responsiveness to urgent clinical needs. While the contract does not specify set-aside provisions, it emphasizes the necessity for the backup psychologist to be fully credentialed and capable of integrating into existing clinical teams with minimal disruption. All work is to be performed on-site within the specified geographic region, supporting the agency’s mandate to uphold mental health standards in correctional environments.