Permanent full-time (40 hrs per week) Psychologist - 2 positions

Prairie Valley School Division; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Psychologist to join their team and make a positive impact on student success. This permanent full-time position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on enhancing learning for students with diverse needs. The role involves conducting diagnostic assessments, collaborating with educators, and providing crucial mental health support. With a commitment to compassion, belonging, and integrity, this organization fosters a culture of growth and innovation. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students, this position is tailored for you.

Benefits

100% employer paid health benefits plan

Employer matched pension plan

Daily travel reimbursement

Non-unionized Conditions of Employment benefits

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology required, along with registration with Saskatchewan College of Psychologists.
• Experience in education sector and knowledge of learning disorders is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students' learning through assessments and interventions.
• Communicate with families and connect them to community services.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement crisis prevention practices.

Skills

Diagnostic assessments

Consultation and collaboration

Crisis intervention

Case management

Communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology or Educational Psychology

Certification in school psychology competencies

Job description

At Prairie Valley School Division, we strive to inspire lifelong learners and engaged citizens. Our work is guided by our core values. We believe in the power of Compassion, caring for others with empathy, kindness, and genuine concern without judgment. We prioritize a sense of Belonging, embracing equity, diversity, and inclusion for all to succeed. Our commitment to Integrity means we uphold honesty, ethical behaviour and being true to our word by taking ownership for all our actions. We believe in Collaboration, engaging in meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and open, transparent communication. Finally, we thrive on Curiosity, continuously inspiring excellence, growth and improvement fueled by innovation, creativity and courage.

We believe all employees have an important role in ensuring students have the best possible opportunities to achieve success in learning and life. If you are looking for a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can have a positive impact on student success and our school communities, we invite you to apply for the Psychologist position at the Education Centre. This is a permanent full-time position that will commence at the start of 2025-2026 school year.

Role Overview

Psychologists provide a comprehensive range of services to students whose ability to learn is impacted. Psychologists utilize diagnostic assessments, consultation and collaboration, and apply expertise in mental health, learning disorders, and intellectual disabilities to adapt programming and enhance learning opportunities and success for students.

What You Will Do

• Work primarily within a classroom environment to support the Response to Intervention framework focused on developing, implementing and monitoring interventions and strategies that meet the social, emotional, behavioural and learning needs of students.
• Provide timely diagnostic, assessment, and consultation services for students with learning disorders or intellectual disabilities.
• Communicate effectively with students and families, to connect them with community service providers as part of an intervention plan.
• Proactively conduct risk assessments of student safety, emotional and behavioural needs, implement crisis prevention practices and deliver crisis intervention and response services to promote safe and healthy learning environments.
• Maintain up-to-date assessments and intervention records.
• Build the capacity of teachers and administrators using a variety of proactive, innovative and effective professional development delivery techniques, including in-class modeling, collegial mentoring and coaching, professional reference materials and presenting at professional learning events.
• Perform other duties as may be required or assigned by the Student Services Coordinator.

What Will Make You Successful

• Master’s Degree in Psychology or Educational Psychology.
• Registered and in good standing with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists.
• Certified in school psychology competencies from the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists.
• Possible experience working in the education sector as a teacher.
• Knowledge of assessment, intervention, and consultation methods in relation to childhood and adolescent learning disorders.
• Superior case management tracking, documentation, writing and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of and adherence to professional standards and ethics of the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists.
• Ability to manage confidential material and maintain staff and student privacy.

What You Can Expect

• Salary is in accordance with the current STF agreement plus 10% allowance.
• 100% employer paid health benefits plan.
• Employer matched pension plan.
• Hours of work are 8 hours per day on school days. Psychologists are not scheduled to work during school vacation periods including the summer break.
• Additional working conditions, leave provisions and other benefits are described in the non-unionized Conditions of Employment agreement.
• Daily travel to schools is required using a system fleet vehicle where possible or with mileage paid for use of personal vehicle.

How To Apply

• For further details of the position, contact Lorrie Anne Harkness, Learning Superintendent, by email [e-mail].
• Posting will remain open until suitable candidate has been hired. Interested applicants will apply online at www.pvsd.ca/careers.

Selection Procedure

We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted by email.