Psychologist Masters

Position #: 182009

Expected Start Date: To Be Determined - Posted Until Filled

Union: HSAS

Facility: Nurses Alumni Wing

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs - Youth Community Counselling

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: shifts of 224 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Psychologist - Masters $44.093 to $53.916

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The incumbent will provide psychological assessments, psycho-educational, behavioral and family assessments in regard to children and youth exhibiting emotional/behavioral difficulties and mental health issues/disorders. The incumbent will complete psychological assessment reports and will provide individual, group and family counselling in both mental health and school settings. The incumbent will report to the Manager of Youth MHAS and must be able to work under the direction of the clinical supervisor and collaborate with school and mental health staff. The incumbent will geographically divide their time the Prairie Spirit School Division and Youth Mental Health Services by providing services in both settings. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Experience in the specific department/area/program

Education

• Master of Psychology (MPsych)

Licenses

• Registered Psychologist (RPsych)
• Registered doctoral Psychologist with Authorized Practice Endorsement (APE)

Other Education and Training

• Master of Clinical Psychology is acceptable
• Master of Educational Psychology is acceptable
• Master of Educational Psychology is acceptable
• Master of Clinical Psychology is acceptable
• Training in differential diagnosis with youth showing MH disorders an asset

Competencies

• Advanced - Interpersonal skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to communicate with clients from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to collaborate with community and school personnel

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• Experience treating youth with emotional/behavioral and learning challenges.
• Experience working as a psychologist in a community-based setting an asset
• Experience providing consultation to schools an asset
• Experience in consulting with schools and the community on MH issues an asset
• Experience in counselling with research proven techniques/approaches an asset

• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives

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.

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Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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