Child Psychologist - Cornwall, Canada - Cornwall Community Hospital

Cornwall Community Hospital

Verified Company

Cornwall, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Summary of responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Child & Youth Mental Health Services, the Psychologist works collaboratively with individuals who are experiencing the most severe, complex, rare, or chronic/persistent diagnosable addiction, substance use, mental health and concurrent disorder issues that significantly impair functioning in most areas such as home, school/work, and in the community.

The Psychologist is responsible for the provision of comprehensive psychology services, including assessment, testing, diagnosis, and treatment for children, youth, and families.

The clinical work for this position will comprise of caring for children & youth up to 25 years old and their families, providing goal-oriented and time limited therapies including CBT treatment protocols, psychological assessments, and evidence-based individual, family, and group psychotherapy and interventions across all Child & Youth Mental Health Services.

The Psychologist plays a critical role in supporting the ongoing development of the clinical model for this service, actively participates in program development, and provides clinical support to program staff.

The psychologist will also provide consultation and education for staff, physicians and community-based stakeholders, as required.

Requirements of the job

Doctorate from a CPA/APA Accredited Clinical Psychology Program with a specialization in Child Psychology, as well as training and experience in clinical psychology
Registration or eligible for Registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario
Demonstrated experience and practice in administering and interpretation of psychological testing/assessments for children and youth
Primary therapeutic orientation is supported by evidence (e.g. CBT, DBT, IPT, EFT, MI etc.)
Experience in providing evidencebased psychological assessment and treatment (individual and group) to Children & Youth with Mental Health concerns and/or concurrent disorders
Function as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team
Liaise and consult with relevant community agencies and service providers
Demonstrate professional integrity through adherence to College and hospital guidelines for the practice of psychology, including; adherence to the Canadian Code of Ethics for psychologists, adherence to College of Psychologists of Ontario guidelines for registration, professional practice, professional development, supervision, communications and documentation of client contact
Effective mentoring skills to support the clinical practice of other team members
Ability to educate, provide consultation, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with clients, families and community agency personnel
Ability to communicate effectively with individual, groups, and other professionals within an interdisciplinary environment in a diverse community
Ability to be organized, conscientious and thorough with information gathering, and in adherence to CAMHS policies on timely completion of documentation
Computer literacy (MS Office
Word, Outlook, Excel)
Ability to develop, coordinate and deliver inservices, presentations, psychoeducational and support groups
Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
Valid Ontario driver's license with reliable access to own vehicle
Functional proficiency in English (oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing)