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Psychologist PT 60% - Kids Inc. TEMP (98065)

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Kingston Health Sciences Centre

17d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching

AI generated summary

  • You must be a registered Psychologist in Ontario, experienced with children, have strong communication skills, a valid driver’s license, BLS certification, and pass a criminal check. Bilingual preferred.
  • You will assess and diagnose children, develop treatment plans, conduct therapy, supervise students, maintain client records, and participate in meetings and professional development activities.

Requirements

  • Psychologist or Psychological Associate registered by and in good standing with the College of Psychologists of Ontario to practice autonomously in Ontario
  • Demonstrated abilities in diagnostic/testing, assessment and report writing for children with physical, developmental and a broad range of disabilities
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to set priorities and complete tasks in a busy environment
  • 2 year's relevant experience
  • Continuing education courses related to practice
  • Current Basic Life Saving certificate at the Health Care Provider Level
  • Access to a reliable personal vehicle along with a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance as per KHSC policy
  • Proficiency in speaking and comprehending both English and French
  • Proven ability to attend work regularly
  • Satisfactory criminal reference check and vulnerable sector search required

Responsibilities

  • Provide assessment and diagnosis of cognitive, emotional and psychosocial functioning for children and adolescents referred:
  • Administer, interpret and integrate assessment data including psychological tests
  • Write comprehensive and timely assessment reports on consultations, school visits and any follow up meetings
  • Formulate and implement treatment programs for individual patients in collaboration with other health care professionals in the Centre
  • Plan, conduct and/or supervise group therapy programs
  • Collect case history information through review of medical records, conducting family and client interviews and reviewing records and reports from other professionals
  • Evaluate treatment progress and treatment outcome for individual patients and for groups
  • Provide clinical training, teaching and supervision of graduate students from the clinical Psychology program of Queen’s University and/or the Kingston Internship Consortium
  • Provide professional teaching of psychological principles, theories and techniques to residents
  • Participate in own professional organizations; upgrade professional growth and development via attendance at conferences, workshops, etc. and disseminate information to Centre staff
  • Assignment and review of caseload, development of policies and procedures with regard to Psychology
  • Scan/transcribe confidential clinical reports, assessments and correspondence
  • Maintain a record of all daily activities in Goldcare as per KidsInclusive policy
  • Ensure maintenance of all client information, in accordance with privacy legislation and KHSC/KI policies
  • Participate in team meetings, discipline lead meetings and KI staff meetings
  • Development, implement, monitor and report quality assurance activities associated with psychology in the centre
  • Ensure maintenance of all client information, in accordance with privacy legislation and KHSC/KidsInclusive policies
  • Assist in maintaining inventory of equipment and supplies; make recommendations for purchases
  • Participate in team meetings, discipline meetings and KidsInclusive meetings
  • Provide mentoring and shadowing opportunities as requested by management
  • Provide input to the development of department and/or hospital quality improvement procedures as requested
  • Assist in maintaining inventory of relevant equipment and supplies; make recommendations for purchases
  • Additional responsibilities as requested by management
  • Maintain a standard of professional education by attending educational programs and workshops; transmit information obtained from these workshops to fellow employees
  • Complete e-learning modules as required by KHSC/KidsInclusive policies
  • Assume educational responsibilities as required by KidsInclusive
  • Maintain a record of all educational activities on Goldcare

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Psychologist PT 60% - Kids Inc. TEMP.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Psychologist/Psychological Associate?

The primary responsibilities include providing psychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to children, conducting clinical training and supervision for graduate students, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must be a registered Psychologist or Psychological Associate in good standing with the College of Psychologists of Ontario, have experience in diagnostic testing and assessment for children, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills.

Is a valid driver’s license necessary for this role?

Yes, access to a reliable personal vehicle along with a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance as per KHSC policy is required.

Are evening or weekend hours included in the job?

Yes, hours of work may include evenings or weekends.

What is the educational requirement for this position?

The position requires completion of continuing education courses related to practice, along with maintaining a standard of professional education.

Will I need to conduct group therapy programs?

Yes, you may plan, conduct, and/or supervise group therapy programs.

Is the position temporary?

Yes, this position is a temporary role.

What language proficiency is required for this position?

Proficiency in speaking and comprehending both English and French is required.

Is there any specific physical requirement for this job?

The incumbent will be required to meet the physical demands as described for the area of work.

Can I expect to receive training or mentoring as part of this role?

Yes, providing clinical training, teaching, and supervision to students and interns is a key part of the role.

Is there a need for a criminal reference check?

Yes, a satisfactory criminal reference check and vulnerable sector search are required.

Where is the workplace located?

The workplace is located at Kingston Health Sciences Centre, which serves a wider geographical area encompassing many Indigenous communities.

Will I be involved in quality assurance activities?

Yes, you will be involved in the development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of quality assurance activities associated with psychology in the Centre.

Kingston Health Sciences Centre

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Mission & Purpose

Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) is a leading academic health sciences centre in Kingston, Ontario, that provides specialised and comprehensive healthcare services to its community and beyond. KHSC offers a full range of medical services, including acute care, rehabilitation, and long-term care, while also serving as a teaching hospital affiliated with Queen's University. Their ultimate mission is to transform the future of healthcare through excellence in patient care, research, and education. Their purpose is to improve the health and well-being of the population by delivering high-quality healthcare, advancing medical knowledge, and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals.