Psychologist Masters Senior
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Location: Saskatoon, SK S7H 5T5
Description:
Job Description
Position #: 172440
Expected Start Date: November 12, 2024
Union: HSAS
Facility: Alvin Buckwold Child Development Program
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Growth and Development Specialty Clinic
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: No
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Psychologist - Masters Senior $47.619 to $58.230
Travel Required: No
Job Description: Under the direction of the Senior Psychologist (department lead) of the Alvin Buckwold Child Development Program, the incumbent will provide psychological services to children from birth to 18 years of age and their families. They will work with multi/inter/trans disciplinary teams to provide assessment, treatment, and consultation services to children who have or are at risk for developmental delays and disabilities. The primary role of the psychologist is assessments for the purpose of diagnoses. The Psychologist will also be expected to provide treatment services to children who present with mental health symptoms secondary to their developmental disabilities and consultation to families and other professionals regarding developmental disabilities and mental health in the context of developmental disabilities. Additional duties related to the administration of the department (e.g. consultation on policy development); education of graduate level students, parents, and other professionals; and consultation to research projects regarding quality improvement and program evaluation will also be assigned.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Education
Licenses
Other Education and Training
Competencies
Knowledge and Abilities
Other Information
About Us
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
About the Team
Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Mtis People.
Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.
Position #: 172440
Expected Start Date: November 12, 2024
Union: HSAS
Facility: Alvin Buckwold Child Development Program
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Growth and Development Specialty Clinic
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: No
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Psychologist - Masters Senior $47.619 to $58.230
Travel Required: No
Job Description: Under the direction of the Senior Psychologist (department lead) of the Alvin Buckwold Child Development Program, the incumbent will provide psychological services to children from birth to 18 years of age and their families. They will work with multi/inter/trans disciplinary teams to provide assessment, treatment, and consultation services to children who have or are at risk for developmental delays and disabilities. The primary role of the psychologist is assessments for the purpose of diagnoses. The Psychologist will also be expected to provide treatment services to children who present with mental health symptoms secondary to their developmental disabilities and consultation to families and other professionals regarding developmental disabilities and mental health in the context of developmental disabilities. Additional duties related to the administration of the department (e.g. consultation on policy development); education of graduate level students, parents, and other professionals; and consultation to research projects regarding quality improvement and program evaluation will also be assigned.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Education
- Masters in School and Counselling Psychology
Licenses
- Registered Master Psychologist with Authorized Practice Endorsement (APE)
Other Education and Training
- Grad level course work specific to disabilities, peds MH, and early childhood
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Level B Certificate (CPR)
Competencies
- Writing skills
- Research skills
- Intervention skills
- Teaching skills
- Assessment skills
- Verbal communication skills
- Communication skills
Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge of normal and abnormal family functioning
- Knowledge of normal and abnormal development
- Knowledge of developmental psychopathology
- Knowledge of educational/behavioural interventions/consultations
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
- Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting
- Ability to administer standardized assessments and apply psychometric knowledge
- Knowledge of theories of child rearing
- Ability to use alternative assessments to accommodate client with disabilities
Other Information
- For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
- Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
- Pediatric experience is an asset
- Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists
About Us
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
About the Team
Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Mtis People.
Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.