Temporary Part-Time Psychologist (Internal/ External)

BLUEWATER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION

One (1) Temporary Part-Time Psychologist position, with the opportunity for additional hours up to full-time equivalency with flexibility

GROW YOUR CAREER IN BLUEWATER

As one of the area’s largest employers, Bluewater District School Board has approximately 3,700 permanent and casual employees who serve 18,900 students and families across 8,673 square kilometres within Bruce and Grey Counties on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

Come to Bluewater to experience the trails, sandy beaches, meandering rivers, and welcoming communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated in providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits!

The Position:

The Psychologist is responsible for the completion of psychological assessments, providing consultation to schools, and supporting capacity building in staff. The successful candidate will work as a collaborative member of a multi-disciplinary team. The performance of the duties will ensure a quality service approach for the students and families in BWDSB.

The Psychologist will support the vision, mission, and priorities of Bluewater District School Board, while contributing to a positive, supportive, and student-focused team environment.

Work Location: Bluewater District School Board Education Centre, Learning Services – Student Support (with travel)

Dates: Commencing as soon as possible to June 30, 2027

Status: Temporary

Salary: $ 106,851.00- $110,351.00 prorated to working FTE (Sept.1/25 rates)

Hours: A minimum of two days or fourteen hours per week. Typically, PSSP members work 8:30am – 4:00pm, but a flexible work schedule may be necessary to accommodate meetings. With the opportunity for additional hours up to full-time equivalency

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and be responsible for the provision of psychological assessment and consultation services in assigned schools

• Conduct psychological assessments using a variety of tools and techniques to provide information about students' psychological and educational needs

• When applicable, diagnose disorders related to children's learning, social and emotional needs

• Prepare comprehensive assessment reports and provide feedback that clearly and concisely summarize assessment findings, providing relevant and usable recommendations to support the student's success

• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of child development and child psychopathology

• Provide expertise to school personnel to interpret assessment reports completed by professionals external to the board

• Collaborate with other Learning Services systems and school-based staff regarding student exceptionalities, diagnoses and IEP and programming.

• Consult with school personnel and parents regarding the needs of students who are experiencing difficulty in learning

• Work effectively with other members of the psychology team and other disciplines within Learning Services

• Advocate on behalf of students to support their academic success and well-being

• Maintain clear, concise, and accurate clinical file documentation, protecting privacy and confidentiality, as per the standards and regulations established by regulatory college and adhering to the board's policies and procedures

• Remain current on relevant research, best practices, legislation, and professional literature related to school psychology

• Prepare and provide professional development sessions to promote capacity building for school and system staff

• Practice within a strengths-based, anti-oppressive framework, inclusive of cross-cultural considerations that embraces the diversity of students.

• Participate in collaborative planning meetings with BWDSB staff and community partners to facilitate appropriate referrals that will meet student identified needs

• Act as a liaison with community service providers

• Registered staff may be required to assume clinical supervision responsibilities for unregistered staff

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience:

• Doctorate or Masters in Psychology (School, Counselling, Clinical) from an accredited university

• Registered in good standing with the College of Psychologists of Ontario as a Psychologist

Assets:

• A minimum of two years’ experience working with school-aged children, youth, and their families

• Excellent Interpersonal skills that help to build strong relationships with students, educators, and community service partners

• Knowledge of evidenced-based practices in school psychology with competency in School Psychology

• Experience with diagnostic formulation and communication of psychological diagnoses according to accepted diagnostic criteria (e.g., LDAO/LDAC, DSM-V, etc.)

• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

• The ability to solve complex problems in collaboration with colleagues, supervisors, teaching staff, and administration

• Interest and willingness to evolve skills to maintain alignment with current best practices in school psychology

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to independently organize time, effectively prioritize and manage competing demands and execute tasks to meet deadlines

• Knowledgeable in Microsoft applications

Job Requirements:

• Eligible to work in Canada

• Valid Ontario Class Driver’s license, use of a vehicle and willingness to work all regions of Bluewater District School Board (Grey Bruce)

• Clear vulnerable sector police check

Eligibility:

Permanent and temporary PSSP members may apply. Applications will be considered in the following sequence.

1. Permanent part-time PSSP members – same job classification

· May apply to increase current FTE

· May apply to all or part of posting

· Most senior qualified applicant will be offered position without an interview

2. Permanent PSSP members – different job classification

3. Temporary PSSP members

4. External candidates

Application Process:

Qualified applicants are invited to apply for this position online using Apply to Education (ATE) at https://bwdsb.simplication.com/. Applicants are asked to provide a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (with written permission to contact) as well as proof of completed post secondary education and/or certifications that are relevant to this position.

All fees for the ATE application process are covered by the Bluewater District School Board.

Should applicants require assistance in registering for Apply to Education (ATE), they may contact the ATE Help Desk at 1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.

We thank everyone for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equity

Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Accommodation

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.

Wellness

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.