Psychologist/psychological Associate - Mississauga, Canada - Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board

Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board

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Mississauga, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

Psychologist/Psychological Associate/Psychoeducational Consultant

Position type:
Permanent and Contract (Full-Time / Part-Time)

Dates:
School Year Calendar (Perm)

Throughout the year (contract)

Location(s): Board-Wide - Multiple Locations

Salary Range:

Psychologist $73, $114, annually)

Psychological Associate/Psychoeducational Consultant $63, $105, annually)

Employees who hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field of study shall receive $2,222 in addition to their grid placement, prorated based on FTE/length of contract

The position of Psychologist with a Master's Degree and Psychological Associates shall receive $1,534 in addition to their grid, placement prorated based on FTE/length of contract

Position Summary

This position reports to the Superintendent of Special Education & Learning Services Department.

Under the administrative direction of the Superintendent of Special Education and Learning Services and through the clinical supervision of the Chief Psychologist/Senior Psychologist, the Psychologist/Psychological Associate/Psychoeducational Consultant will consult with staff regarding academic, behavioural, social and emotional problems.

They will provide assessment and counselling services. They will also conduct research and program evaluation as required.

Qualifications for Psychologist/ Psychological Associate

Ph. D. in Psychology for Psychologist, M.A. in Psychology for Psychological Associate and Psychoeducational Consultant

Registration as a Psychologist/Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario

Evidence from previous work history of satisfactory attendance and punctuality

Previous experience is desired

ALL new employees will be required to submit a current original criminal background check (CBC) including a "Vulnerable Sector Screening" (VSS) issued within 6 months prior to commencing employment with the Board.

We thank all applicants, but be advised that only those under consideration will be contacted.
- members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour or place of origin;
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Job Descriptions Below

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board

Position Title:
Psychologist

Department:
Psychology / Special Education and Learning Services

Title of Immediate Supervisor:
Chief Psychologist

Summary of Objectives:

Under the administrative direction of the Superintendent of Special Education and Learning Services and through the clinical supervision of the Chief Psychologist, the Psychologist will consult with staff regarding academic, behavioural, social and emotional problems.

They will provide assessment and counselling services.

The Psychologist will also diagnose various intellectual, perceptual, learning, behavioural, developmental, emotional or personality disorders within their area of expertise.

They will also conduct research and program evaluation as required.

Major Functions and Responsibilities:

Consult with teachers, principals and other staff regarding students who are experiencing academic, behavioural, social or emotional problems

Maintain accurate and up-to-date confidential files in accordance with professional standards.

Counsel individual students and groups of students to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment.

Provide assessment services to provide more information with regard to intellectual, social, emotional, educational and personality development.

The Psychologist will diagnose various intellectual, perceptual, learning, behavioural, developmental, emotional or personality disorders within their area of expertise.

Interpret and discuss assessment findings and recommendations with parents and school staff. Assist parents and school staff with the implementation of recommendations.

Provide referrals to community resources and liaise as necessary.

Make presentations to Board and Family Level IPRCs. Serve as a committee member at school level IPRCs.

Contribute to educators' professional development through in-service programming.

Keep up-to-date with regard to relevant psychological and educational research.

Conduct research and assist administrators with program evaluation.

Other duties as assigned by Chief Psychologist.

Specifications

Education:

Ph. D. In Psychology

Registration as a Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario

Experience:

Previous experience an asset