Permanent Full Time Psychologist

Permanent Full Time Psychologist

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File No: OP-24-81
Date Posted: April 16, 2024
Closing Date: Until Filled
Hours of Work: 80 hours per pay period
Wage: Hourly: $56.40 – $61.40
Annual: $106,314 – $115,739

POSITION: To provide Psychological Services to individuals (children, adolescents, adults and/or seniors) with developmental disabilities who are supported by Ongwanada/affiliated with service providers in the South East Ontario Region.

DUTIES:

Conducting psychological assessment;
Conducting psychological interventions;
Utilizing behavioural, counseling or related techniques to ameliorate interfering behaviours and to promote appropriate behaviours in clients;
Providing consultation and monitoring of Behaviour Support Plans;
Planning and conducting research and program evaluation projects
Conveying to Ongwanada staff, service providers within the East Region and/or other relevant persons, knowledge and understanding of psychological principles and best practice applications;
Participating on Task Forces/Committees as required.

For the complete position description please contact Human Resources through careers@ongwanada.com

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Current registration as a Psychologist in the province of Ontario and successful completion of a Ph.D. in Psychology or a Psy.D., preferably at a Canadian university;
Clinical Psychologist must be registered with the ability to provide services for children (age 12 and under) OR adults & seniors (65+);
Knowledge of current legislation and Standards of Practice;
Experience in providing psychological services to persons with developmental disabilities (including those people with dual diagnosis/challenging/complex behaviour), their families and care providers is an asset;
Experience in supervision of both students and non-registered staff is preferred;
Must be able to work with minimal supervision;
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
Sound judgment, counseling, supervisory, teaching and organization skills;
Comfortable in learning new technologies with mastery of existing technologies;
Willingness to apply for appointment as a Clinical Supervisor in the Department of Psychology, Queen’s University;
Must successfully complete and maintain certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention as per Ongwanada policies;
Must possess a valid G Driving License with full driving privileges, insurances and have access to own vehicle;