Clinical Psychologist III - St. John's, Canada - NL Health Services

Description

Job Description

Location: Dr. Leonard A. Miller Centre (Southcott Hall)

Clinical Psychologist III (Repost)
Mental Health and Addictions Program, Community
Child/Adolescent Community Mental Health - Janeway Family Centre
Permanent, Full-Time
01349POS
Hours 75 bi-weekly (8-hour days) Salary CCG 46 ($ $53.19)
The following Sign on Incentives may be applicable and can be combined:
1. Signing bonus up to $10,000
2. Come Home incentive up to $50,000
3. Annual Market Differential of $15,000*
4. Student Bursary up to $20,000
5. Relocation support
For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit or email
*subject to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval annually.
Competition Number Posted Date 20 December 2023 Closing Date Open Until Filled

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people.

Job Summary
The primary responsibility of this position is to provide Clinical Psychology Services to Outpatients, (preschool, school age children and adolescents) within the Mental Health and Addictions Program. The position provides assessment and treatment, through an interdisciplinary team approach on both an individual and group basis. Applicants should be well versed in psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children with behavioral, emotional, anxiety, learning, developmental trauma and other problems.

Specific duties and responsibilities of this position include: clinical assessment of the comprehensive mental health needs of children, adolescents and their families who are dealing with complex issues such as anxiety, behavioral and learning issues, trauma, witnessing violence, child sexual abuse, maltreatment, separation and divorce, and parenting children and adolescents; provide advanced clinical intervention to these children and their families through a broad range of therapeutic frameworks including individual therapy, family therapy, play therapy, group therapy (both with children and parents), and trauma debriefing; research, analyze, and implement theoretical frameworks to address the specific mental health needs of this population; design, develop, implement and evaluate group treatment programs specific to the identified needs; provide community education sessions and consultation. Providing care to the single session walk in clinic is an expectation of this position. The Clinical Psychologist III functions autonomously and may involve direct supervision of provisionally registered psychologists, psychology doctoral residents and students. This position reports to the Program Manager of Child/Adolescent Community Mental Health Services and maintains accountability to the Psychology Professional Practice Consultant for professional integrity and practice issues.

Job Demands
Occasionally, there is lifting or physical strength required, less than 10 lbs for files, boxes, or equipment.
Regularly sits; occasionally works in awkward/cramped positions, and stands to facilitate or teach groups.
Uses fine finger/precision work when on the computer and visual concentration is required when in sessions with patients (i.e. reviewing patient charts/notes, tests and for documenting work, and when reading or researching information).
Visual concentration is required to interpret patient observations and integrate into patient evaluation.
Auditory concentration is constantly required in sessions with patients to listen attentively, to be alert and to obtain and interpret information correctly.
A higher than normal level of attentiveness is required when assessing high risk patients.

Job Qualifications
Graduation with an approved/recognized Doctorate Degree in Clinical Psychology is required.
Registration or provisional registration with Newfoundland and Labrador Psychology Board is required.
Graduate course work and supervised experience in psychological assessment and therapy with children, adolescents, families and groups with a specific focus on mental health issues is required.
Previous experience supervising Doctoral level residents is preferred.
Exhibited strong communication, program development and evaluation skills.
Possessed strong leadership and supervisory skills that are focused on engaging others and developing coalitions.
Demonstrated ability to provide strong and comprehensive clinical support, training and mentorship to Clinical Psychologists II's and other supervisees.
Possessed strong analytical, critical reasoning, collaboration, problem solving, decision-making and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to effectively translate and communicate knowledge in the specialized area of psychology practice to others. Demonstrated ability to conduct research, deliver lectures/clinical education sessions and provide clinical direction and consultation within an interprofessional environment.
Ability to work autonomously, prioritizing caseloads and client needs.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to participle in the clinical training activities of the psychology discipline.
Demonstrated strong awareness of ethical principles and standards of professional conduct.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

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Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email, please contact Recruitment ext. 5-2 immediately.

To become a part of our team, please submit your resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, daytime contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee numbers if applicable.
Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

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Email: Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing as soon as possible.

NL Health Services is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection and onboarding processes. We are happy to assist applicants requesting accommodation or support during the process. Please email or call press 5 then press 2 (long distance outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

This is a revised reposted posting. If you have already applied, your application is on file for consideration.