Psychologist

Are you interested in becoming part of an exciting workplace where you will manage individual psychotherapeutic processes in collaboration with a competent interdisciplinary staff group? – Then you might be the one we are looking for at the Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic in Nuuk.

We are currently seeking two psychologists to fill two full-time positions at the Adult Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic, starting on February 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. If the applicant has previous experience in adult psychiatry, the possibility of a temporary position of at least six months can be discussed. Most workplaces in Denmark allow for leave to be taken in connection with employment in Greenland.

Tasks in the Adult Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic

At the Adult Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic, treatment is provided for adults with psychiatric disorders. The clinic serves the population across Greenland, which means you will be responsible for managing outpatient treatment processes with both physically present patients and patients participating in consultations via tele-solutions (primarily Microsoft Teams). The psychology group manages treatment packages for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention. The clinic's anxiety and depression programs consist of 10-12 sessions and are generally organized based on a cognitive framework. For suicide prevention programs, patients are offered 6-8 sessions, and the program is structured based on the CAMS framework (Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality), in which you will receive training upon your employment. There is a lot of independent work, including planning and organizing patient processes. Occasionally, there is also a debriefing function with staff on the inpatient wards at Queen Ingrid's Hospital. The clinic's adult psychologists are based at Nuuk's industrial harbor, alongside the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry – still maintaining a close connection and physical proximity to Queen Ingrid's Hospital in Nuuk.

Working conditions and professionalism - Supervision, competence development, and interdisciplinary collaboration

The Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic is a workplace that focuses on community and well-being. We also place high importance on supervision and the professional development of employees, which is why all employed psychologists are offered weekly group supervision. Similarly, the suicide prevention team in the adult area is offered CAMS supervision. Additionally, there is the opportunity to apply for funds for courses and skill development with a permanent position. To ensure the quality of patient treatment and strengthen a holistic focus, there is close collaboration with the chief physicians in daily operations, as well as a weekly conference for doctors and psychologists. A large portion of the work also involves collaboration with interpreters in the area, which supports a relevant and culturally sensitive offer. It is therefore an advantage if you have experience with and thrive in close interdisciplinary collaboration, also in connection with direct patient contact. Furthermore, there are regular professional presentations both internally and externally at the hospital. To maintain the sense of community in our fantastic team, we have established regular meeting agreements for internal knowledge sharing and well-being time over a shared breakfast every Friday. We often also meet after work and for activities organized by the staff association.

Management and development of the Psychiatric Area

The psychiatric area is overall led by a chief physician and head nurse. In addition to the outpatient psychologist and specialist function, the Psychiatric Area consists of an inpatient department with space for 12 patients, psychiatric therapy, district psychiatry, social worker function, and a child and adolescent outpatient clinic. Additionally, there are interpreters, patient coordinators, and medical secretaries. In your daily work, you will be part of a psychologist group, which is staffed for eight psychologists, of whom four psychologists are associated with adult psychiatry.

We offer you a workplace.

• Opportunity to make a significant difference in Greenlandic psychiatry in Greenland
• An exciting and versatile job where one can encounter many different psychological issues.
• A colleague group that supports and helps each other professionally and personally.
• Good opportunities for professional development through peer support, presentations, supervision, and possibly courses and further education.
• Training and supervision in the use of the CAMS method in conducting suicide prevention conversation processes.
• To work with telepsychiatry and gain experience working with an interpreter.
• A work environment focused on employee well-being and good collegial cohesion.
• A fantastic team with skilled and dedicated colleagues.
• An active staff association

We expect that you

• Is a psychologist – preferably a licensed psychologist.
• Has education or experience in cognitive therapeutic direction or equivalent short-term therapeutic method.
• Has experience with treatment work in psychiatry or interest in psychiatric issues.
• Has experience with or interest in suicide prevention, anxiety, or depression treatment.
• Has the desire and ability for interdisciplinary collaboration
• Is curious and interested in cultural and societal issues.
• Is socially inclined and has good social skills.
• Overview and ability to work independently and in a structured manner.

Application

Application with attached copy of relevant documents must be sent in PDF format via www.gjob.dk

Start date: February 1, 2026, or by agreement

Application deadline: January 12, 2026

Job interviews are held continuously.

Contact

Information about the position can be obtained from Paninnguaq Kleist at Email: PAKL@PEQQIK.GL

Housing

Housing is allocated according to the rules applicable in the Greenlandic Health Service at any given time.

Salary and employment

Salary and employment conditions, including the right to travel for joining and leaving and relocation of personal belongings, in accordance with the agreement/collective agreement in force at the time of commencement between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.

Citizenship

If you are not a Nordic citizen, please note that the employment is conditional upon a valid residence and work permit. A residence and work permit can only be applied for upon agreed employment.

The Greenlandic Healthcare System – Breadth, Challenges, and Professional Pride

The Greenlandic healthcare system falls under the Department of Health and is organized into 5 regions, 8 clinical areas, the National Health Service, the Greenlandic Patient Home, and the operational area of the healthcare system.

If you are looking for professional challenges, are curious, and enjoy working broadly, then a job in the Greenlandic Health Service is something for you.

You can read more about the Greenlandic healthcare system at www.gjob.dk

In Greenland, there are plenty of opportunities to lead an active leisure life. In the summer, hiking, whale watching, hunting, fishing, and sailing are great activities. Winter offers northern lights and plenty of skiing, and if you live north of the Arctic Circle, you can go dog sledding. In the larger cities, there is a vibrant cultural life with sports clubs, art exhibitions, concerts, cafes, and restaurants. You can read more about the region where the job is located at www.peqqik.gl

See the organizational chart of the Greenlandic Health Service.

Organizational chart of the Greenlandic Health Service

The Greenlandic healthcare system is a smoke-free workplace.

We only accept applications in PDF format, electronically, via Gjob.dk.

Applications sent by email will be immediately deleted for your safety.