Psychiatrist

Join Our Mission at the Calgary Drop-In Centre

At the Calgary Drop-In and Rehab Centre (the DI), we’re looking for passionate, community-minded people who know that kindness can change lives.

Whether you’re helping guests find housing, supporting their recovery journey, or keeping our operations running strong, your work here truly matters. Every role at the DI is about creating possibilities for others, and for yourself.

Who We Are

The Calgary Drop-In and Rehab Centre (the DI) is a low-barrier, housing-focused organization serving some of Calgary’s most vulnerable community members.

We believe everyone deserves dignity, safety, and the opportunity to thrive. Every day, our team meets people where they’re at and offering basic needs, compassion, and connection while helping them move toward stability.

Our work is guided by the principles of housing first, trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and recovery-oriented practice. But above all, we’re guided by people.

When you join the DI, you’re joining a team built on respect, collaboration, and heart.

The Opportunity

Position Title: Psychiatrist
Reports To: Medical Director
Employment Type: Consultant
Schedule: Up to 8 hours per month, as agreed upon by Psychiatrist, Medical Director and Manager of Health & Recovery Services
Location: 1 Dermot Baldwin Way SE, Calgary, Alberta

About the Department & Position

Our Recovery- Orientated System of Care (ROSC) is a multi-faceted department that aims to support in two primary areas; Withdrawal Management (WDM) and Recovery Transition (RT). These programs work interconnectedly, providing short term supports for guests withdrawing from substances and a transitional program for those who have completed detoxification programs. Our robust team made up of social and medical professionals work in tandem to support our guests where they are at, to end homelessness one person at a time.

Reporting to the Medical Director, the Psychiatrist provides expert consultation and medication management to support patients in Withdrawal Management and Recovery Transition programs. Partnering closely with Family Physicians and interdisciplinary teams, you will deliver timely assessments, treatment recommendations, and focused follow-up care that drive positive recovery outcomes.

What You’ll Do

Every role at the DI makes a difference. In this position, you will:

• Perform detailed admission histories and physical examinations to build a strong foundation for safe, effective, and client-centered care.
• Guide clients through withdrawal and recovery by prescribing and monitoring medications, including controlled medications.
• Drive exceptional client care by conducting regular rounds, coordinating treatment needs, and ensuring responsive, client-centered care.
• Champion continuity of care by providing accessible, collaborative support to nursing and pharmacy teams, ensuring clients receive timely and effective care at all times.
• Advocate for client well-being by facilitating prompt referrals to emergency services and supporting smooth transitions to higher levels of care.
• Play a key role in advancing client care by completing critical medical documentation that connects individuals to treatment, benefits, and support services.
• Provide comprehensive episodic care within the scope of general practice that promotes health, wellness, and recovery through timely assessments, wound management, screening services, and evidence-based treatment.
• Deliver high-quality episodic care within the scope of general practice, advancing health, wellness, and recovery through proactive assessments, including wound care, STBBI screening, and evidence-based treatments that support positive client outcomes.

What You Bring

We know that great people come from all kinds of backgrounds. You don’t have to check every single box! If you’re passionate about helping others and share our values, we want to hear from you.

What we need from you

• Licensed with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Psychiatry.
• Active practice permit with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta, without conditions.
• Active coverage through the Canadian Medical Protective Association
• Experience working in distress and/or high stress situations
• Ability to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check

Nice to Have’s

• Work experience in the community with high risk and vulnerable populations preferred

Working at the DI

Working at the Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI) means being part of meaningful, human-centered work that can sometimes involve complex and emotionally charged situations. You may encounter individuals experiencing crisis, distress, or strong emotions, and situations that require calm, quick thinking, and compassion under pressure.

We know this work can be intense and we also know it’s deeply impactful. Our environment calls for resilience and steadiness, but it also offers the reward of seeing real change and connection every day.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Working with the DI means joining a community that believes in people and their capacity, resilience, and worth. You’ll have the chance to:

• Make a tangible difference in people’s lives every single day
• Work with a team that values respect, compassion, and authenticity
• Collaborate with dedicated professionals and community partners
• Be part of an organization that encourages growth, wellbeing, and innovation

You’ll play a key role in supporting an integrated, person-centered approach that promotes wellbeing, dignity, and connection for every individual we serve. At the Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI), our team members help create safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed spaces where people can access the support they need to move toward stability and housing. In every interaction, you’ll contribute to high-quality, compassionate service that reflects the shared mission, vision, and values of the DI.

Ready to Apply?

If this opportunity sounds like the right fit, we’d love to meet you.

Please apply with your resume and cover letter at here

If you have questions or would like to learn more about working at the DI, please visit our website here.