Neuropsychologist (RPT 0.5 FTE)

The Royal; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal in Ottawa, Ontario seeks a licensed neuropsychologist to provide court-directed evaluations for forensic patients under the Ontario Review Board and related court-ordered assessments. The role emphasizes autonomy, professional integrity, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary clinical team.

Responsibilities include supervision of practicum students, residents, staff and psychometrists; leading program development and participating in research aligned with strategic goals;

Qualifications

• Doctorate from a CPA/APA accredited institution.
• CPA/APA accredited internship or residency.
• Registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario and autonomous practice mandatory.
• Authorized areas of practice in Clinical Neuropsychology and Forensic/Correctional Psychology with Adults.
• Minimum 2 years experience post PhD in clinical mental health practice is preferred.
• Knowledge of neuropsychological assessment and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide neuropsychological evaluations for forensic patients under the Ontario Review Board and for court-ordered assessments for criminal responsibility/fitness.
• Supervise practicum students, residents, non-registered staff, and other allied health employees.
• Lead program development and participate in discipline-specific activities.
• Supervise psychometrists and participate in multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to clinically-oriented research and program evaluation aligned with Royal goals.
• Attend discipline meetings and uphold professional ethics and standards.
• Ensure a work environment aligned with anti-racism and harassment policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Leadership

Collaboration

Research skills

Clinical neuropsychology

Forensic psychology

Mentoring/supervision

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Neuropsychology

CPA/APA accredited internship/residency

Registration with Ontario College of Psychologists & Behaviour Analysts

Authorized areas: Clinical Neuropsychology & Forensic/Correctional Psychology (Adults)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide neuropsychological evaluations in a timely fashion for forensic patients under the Ontario Review Board and for the purposes of assisting Court ordered psychiatric assessments for criminal responsibility/fitness.
• As time allows, provide neuropsychological evaluations for court ordered assessments requested to our program.
• Participate in academic activities including: supervision of pre-doctoral practicum students and residents in psychology, non-registered psychology staff, and other allied health employees.
• Provides supervision to psychometrists
• Demonstrate leadership and collaboration skills through participation in program and discipline specific activities.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary treatment team and professionals within the context of neuropsychology and in accordance with the Royal’s mission statement.
• Participate in clinically-oriented research including successful applications in alignment with the Royal strategic goals and the Program’s objectives (e.g. Program Development & Outcome Evaluation).
• Attend Psychology discipline meetings and participate in discipline activities
• Demonstrate professional integrity through adherence to college and hospital guidelines for the practice of psychology, including; adherence to the Canadian Code of Ethics for psychologists, the Standards of the College of Psychologists and Behavioural Analysts of Ontario, and the Royal’s policies on professional development, supervision, communications, documentation, workload measurement, and professional practice.
• Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Anti-Racism, Harassment & Discrimination Free policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Doctorate from a CPA/APA Accredited Institution
• CPA/APA accredited internship/residency (or equivalent)
• Registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario; Autonomous practice mandatory.
• Authorized areas of practice in Clinical Neuropsychology and Forensic/Correctional Psychology with Adults
• Minimum 2 years experience post PhD in clinical mental health practice is preferred.
• Proficiency in neuropsychological and clinical instruments commonly used in assessment.
• Competency and experience in a mental health setting is required.
• Experience in an organized healthcare facility (e.g. hospital, clinic) is an asset.
• Knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation principles and practices.
• Knowledge of neuropsychological assessment, interpretation, and report writing is required.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to establish and maintain good working relations.
• Knowledge of applicable legislated acts (e.g. Mental Health Act, Substitute Decisions Act, Psychology Act, etc.).
• Ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated success in research project completion, program development, and program evaluation experience is preferred
• Demonstrated competencies in leadership, communication, and collaboration in an inter-professional team context are essential.
• Demonstrated commitments to continuous quality improvement, evidence based practices and team work are essential.
• Demonstrated competencies in effective professional mentoring and clinical supervision skills to support both the academic role and the clinical practice of other team members are essential.

Language Requirements

• English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading & writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered a strong asset