This position is part of Recovery Alberta, supporting our ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare services across the province. Recovery Alberta is seeking Family Physicians, Pediatricians, and Psychiatrists (CCFP, FRCPC, or equivalent) with a special interest in child and youth addiction and mental health to join the clinical team at the Northern Alberta Youth Recovery Centre (NAYRC). NAYRC is a specialized recovery-oriented inpatient treatment centre dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and their families who are experiencing complex substance use challenges, including youth receiving services both through voluntary and involuntary care pathways. Recognizing that recovery takes time, NAYRC supports youth through assessment, stabilization, treatment, recovery, and transition planning within an interdisciplinary care environment that integrates addiction treatment, mental health care, family supports, education, and recovery planning. The program is designed to help youth rebuild relationships with family, reconnect with community and culture, develop recovery capital and life skills, and establish a foundation for long-term wellness and recovery. This opportunity is designed for physicians at various stages of their careers who are interested in developing or expanding expertise in child and youth mental health and addiction medicine. Recovery Alberta is committed to supporting physicians through mentorship, educational opportunities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing professional development. The successful candidate will provide evidence-informed, recovery-oriented, patient-centered medical care to children and adolescents experiencing substance use disorders and related health conditions within a specialized inpatient treatment environment. Many youth may also present with co-occurring mental health concerns and concurrent disorders requiring integrated assessment and treatment. Physicians will participate in admission assessments, treatment planning, medication management, family engagement, and transition planning. The role also includes supporting youth requiring intensive intervention, stabilization, participating in risk assessment, clinical decision-making, and providing care within applicable program requirements and legislation including the Compassionate Intervention and the Mental Health Act. Recovery Alberta is committed to providing evidence-informed, compassionate, and patient-centered care for children, youth, and families. Physicians joining NAYRC will become part of an innovative and collaborative clinical team dedicated to improving outcomes and supporting recovery for young Albertans experiencing addiction and mental health challenges. Education and Training Program: Physicians will participate in a structured education, training, and mentorship program designed to support the development of knowledge and clinical expertise in child and youth addiction and mental health. The program combines self-di
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and a commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-informed care to children, youth, and families. Experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Adolescent Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Mental Health is considered an asset. The successful applicant must hold an MD or equivalent. The ideal candidate will hold certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CCFP) or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC) and have an interest in Child and Youth Addiction and Mental Health. Previous experience or training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Developmental Pediatrics, Adolescent Medicine, Addiction Medicine, or Youth Mental Health is considered an asset. Physicians with an interest in developing expertise in this area are encouraged to apply and will be supported through mentorship, educational opportunities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing professional development. In addition, the successful applicant shall: · Obtain and maintain an AHS/Recovery Alberta Medical Staff Appointment and clinical privileges · Demonstrate the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment · Support recovery-oriented, patient- and family-centered models of care · Participate in quality improvement, program development, and continuing medical education activities as required. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The position you are applying for requires the ability to prescribe methadone as part of Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT). In Alberta, the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) requires practitioners to have Tracked Prescription Program (TPP) privileges and OAT Initiation approval in order to prescribe methadone for the management of opioid use disorder. Candidates who do not currently hold these approvals should still apply, and Recovery Alberta will support successful applicants in obtaining the necessary approvals during onboarding. If you already have CPSA approval for OAT Initiation, you should be able to obtain your approval letter through your CPSA Physician Portal. If you have not yet applied for TPP privileges or OAT Initiation approval, please review the CPSA links below for information on the application process. Should you require assistance obtaining your approval letter or navigating the application process, please feel free to reach out, or contact the CPSA directly at oat.info@cpsa.ab.ca. TPP Registration: https://www.tppalberta.ca/register OAT Initiation Approval: https://cpsa.ca/physicians/competence/physician-prescribing-practices/opioid-agonist-treatment-program/oat-approval-form/ Reporting Relationship: The practitioner will report to the Provincial Medical Di
Remuneration: Compensation is in accordance with Alberta Health Fee-for-Service and Alternative Relationship Plan processes
