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Clinical Psychologist III
@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
Newfoundland and Labrador
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Overview
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a Clinical Psychologist III for a permanent full-time sole-charge role at Pleasant View Towers Long Term Care in St. John's. The work covers psychological assessment, diagnosis, intensive psychotherapy and staff psychoeducation for residents with cognitive, physical or mental health needs. Hours are 75 bi-weekly (8-hour days), pay is CG-46 at $60.38 to $67.20 per hour, and sign-on incentives may apply.
Pay:
$60.38–$67.20 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Assess residents' mental health needs in Long Term Care
- Develop and monitor coordinated mental health referral processes
- Provide psychological assessments, diagnosis and intensive psychotherapy
- Provide psychoeducation to staff and consult with interprofessional teams
- Travel to outlying regions
Requirements summary:
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology required
- Registration or provisional registration with NL Psychology Board
- Graduate training in psychological and cognitive assessment
- Strong communication, program development and evaluation skills
- Ability to work autonomously and supervise students
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2024-11-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Physicians & advanced practice |
| Hours per week | 75 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Care home, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · lift 10 lb · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Newfoundland and Labrador Psychology Board registration |
| Education | Doctorate (required) |
| Fields of study | Clinical Psychology |
| Perks mentioned | Relocation assistance, Signing bonus, Performance bonus |
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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | St. John's |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 976 |
Job description
| Zone: Eastern Zone Location: Pleasant View Towers Clinical Psychologist III Long Term Care Permanent Full-time 00977POS |
|---|
| Hours | 75 bi-weekly (8 hour days) |
| Salary | CG-46 ($60.38 - $67.20 per hour) per hour which includes any negotiated wage adjustment and/or supplement as applicable) The following Sign on Incentives may be applicable and can be combined: 1. Signing bonus up to $10,000 2. Come Home/Recruitment incentive up to $50,000 3. Student Bursary up to $20,000 4. Relocation support For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email [email protected] *subject to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval annually. |
| Competition Number | VAC0003640 |
| Posted Date | 2024-11-08 |
| Closing Date | Open until filled. |
| Demands, duties, qualifications | Job Summary This is a highly responsible regional Clinical Psychology position providing specialized and advanced psychology services to seniors and individuals with cognitive impairments, physical disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses who are residents in Long Term Care facilities in St. John's. The development, implementation and monitoring of a coordinated mental health service delivery process for residents with a full range of mental health needs is a critical role for this position. The Psychologist must consult with management, medical, nursing and allied health staff within Long Term Care and the Eastern Health Mental Health Program to assess the mental health needs of residents; determine service needs; develop strategies for meeting these needs; direct the development of a coordinated mental health referral process within Long Term Care; and monitor this process for efficiency. This position provides a full range of psychological services, including psychological assessments, test administration and interpretation, diagnosis and prognosis, intensive psychotherapy and psycho education for staff working with this population. Participation in the admission process for Long Term Care via assessment of resident mental health and cognitive status, and participation in the development of appropriate interventions, recommending evidence - based mental health service strategies for Eastern Health Long Term Care in consultation with regional and provincial resources. It is a sole charge position for Long Term Care St. John's that is unique within the province. This position reports to the Regional Manager Allied Health. This position maintains accountability for professional integrity issues to the Professional Practice Consultant for the discipline. Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to): 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. The psychologist may provide services in conjunction with other disciplines and as such, may be required to sit or stand in alternative environments (e.g. physiotherapy pool, occupational therapy bathroom). 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. Travel to outlying regions is required. 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, particularly cognitive and adaptive functioning assessment, and treatment with individuals. Exhibited strong communication, program development and evaluation skills. Possessed proven analytical, critical reasoning, collaboration, problem solving, decision-making and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to direct, supervise and mentor students. Demonstrated ability to effectively translate and communicate knowledge in the specialized area of psychology practice to others. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional environment and provide clinical consultation. Ability to work autonomously, prioritizing caseloads and client needs. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a constructive working rapport with clients. Demonstrated strong awareness of ethical principles and standards of professional conduct. A satisfactory record of work performance is required. |
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