Neuropsychologist, Mental Health Patient Service Unit – Temporary Full Time (0,8) (until Decemb[...]

Childrens Hospital of Eastern Ontario; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pediatric healthcare provider in Ottawa seeks a Neuropsychologist to deliver neuropsychological services for children and youth with complex mental health issues. The candidate must hold a Doctoral degree in clinical neuropsychology, be registered in Ontario, and possess experience in a pediatric health-care setting. Fluency in both French and English is preferred. This role involves evaluations and consultations within a multidisciplinary team, emphasizing the importance of a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)
• Demonstrated experience with neuropsychological assessments in pediatric populations.
• Knowledge about neurocognitive risk factors associated with complex mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide neuropsychological assessment in the preferred language for children and youth.
• Consult and provide short-term intervention related to neuropsychological assessment.
• Liaise with health professionals regarding assessment findings.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team

Experience in a pediatric health-care setting

Education

Doctoral degree in Psychology (clinical neuropsychology)

Registration as a Psychologist in Ontario

Job description

Compensation Pay Range :

$64.33-$79.56

POSITION SUMMARY

A Neuropsychologist is required to offer neuropsychological services to children and youth presenting with complex mental health issues within an Outpatient Mental Health setting. Services to be provided include comprehensive neuropsychological assessment diagnosis consultation and short-term intervention. The Psychologist will be a member of an interdisciplinary team devoted to providing specialized mental health services for children and youth presenting with a variety of mental health conditions. This individual will also provide ongoing consultation to team members professionals within the hospital families and community providers.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Provide neuropsychological assessment in the patients preferred language within an outpatient mental health setting for children and youth presenting with a variety of mental health conditions (e.g. anxiety depression etc.)
• Provide consultation and short-term intervention to children / youth seen for neuropsychological assessment.
• Liaise with other health professionals within the hospital with regard to neuropsychological assessment findings and recommendations and their implications for the management of the child / youth.
• Provide supervision / training to pre-doctoral psychology residents and practicum students.
• Provide supervision to psychometrists assisting in the provision of neuropsychological services.
• Participate in program evaluation and other research activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)

Doctoral degree in Psychology with a focus in clinical neuropsychology from a CPA or APA accredited clinical psychology program (Essential)

Registration as a Psychologist in Ontario with a designated practice area in clinical neuropsychology with children and adolescents (Consideration will also be given to those under supervised practice for registration (Essential))

Experience in a paediatric health-care setting (Essential)

Demonstrated experience with the administration and interpretation of comprehensive neuropsychological assessments in a paediatric population (Essential)

Demonstrated knowledge about neurocognitive risk factors associated with various complex mental health and / or medical / surgical conditions (Essential)

Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team (Essential)

Bilingual - Fluency in both French and English (Preferred)

Supervision Experience (Preferred)

• This timeline may be extended or shortened based on operational needs
• Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.

Effective March 29 2021 CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test practical exam or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.

Bilingualism (French / English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process please contact Human Resources at . All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

CHEO is committed to providing a safe environment for staff patients and visitors. Consistent with that commitment all applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to receive their COVID-19 booster shots when eligible to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Upon hiring presentation of government issued documentation confirming full vaccination must be provided or presentation of supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We thank all those who apply however only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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Thank you for your interest in CHEO. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free work environment.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process please contact Human Resources. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.