Psychologist- Temporary (1 position)

St. Clement's School; Windsor; On-site; CAD 89,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications for a Temporary Psychologist (1 position) within the Special Education Department. This is a temporary, unionized assignment up to 35 hours per week with start date TBD, up to and including June 30, 2027.

The successful applicant will conduct psychological assessments and provide reports for students. They will consult with staff and parents, support crisis needs, and collaborate on programming for students in need.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or equivalent in Clinical or School Psychology from an accredited University.
• Must be registered, or eligible for registration, with the College of Psychologists of Ontario.
• Experience within a clinical/educational setting specializing in assessment and intervention with children/youth.
• Familiarity with Ministry of Education I.P.R.C. procedures are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing psychological assessments (intellectual, behavioural, socio-emotional) and reports for pupils referred for Special Education programming.
• Providing consultation for staff of the behavioural programs and direct services to referred students.
• Provision of service and support to students involved in crisis situations both individually and as part of the school-based team.
• Consultation with educators, support staff and parents on programming needs for referred and non-referred students.
• Organizing and/or conducting professional development for staff, teachers, principals and parents.
• Liaison with external agencies involved in supplying psychological services to the GECDSB.
• Contribute to creating an inclusive environment and support diverse populations.

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in Clinical or School Psychology

Job description

Psychologist- Temporary (1 position)

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications for Temporary - Psychologist ( 1 full-time position) within the Special Education Department. This is a temporary, unionized (O.S.S.T.F. P.S.S.P.), up to 35 hours per week assignment with start date as TBD, up to and including June 30, 2027.

Job Summary:

LOCATION:

Various school locations

POSITION:

Psychologist - Temporary (1 position)

FTE :

1.0 (35 hours per week)

RATE OF PAY:

In accordance with Article 11 of the current Collective Agreement, the annual salary for this position is $88,657 (minimum) to $107,628 (maximum).

START DATE:

To be decided

HOURS OF WORK :

Schedules are flexible and part-time hours are available within the hours of 8:00am- 4:30pm.

Nature & Scope of Position:

The successful applicant will work under the direction of the Supervisor of Psychological Services. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Providing psychological assessments (intellectual, behavioural, socio-emotional) and subsequent reports for pupils referred for Special Education programming.
• Providing consultation for staff of the behavioural programs and direct services to referred students. Involvement with parents/guardians to occur as dictated by the needs of the child.
• Provision of service and support to students involved in crisis situations both individually and as part of the school-based team.
• Consultation with educators, support staff and parents on programming needs for referred and non-referred students.
• Organizing and/or conducting appropriate professional development programs and in-service training activities for regular classroom staff, special education teachers, principals, administrators, and parents.
• Acting as liaison with external agencies involved in supplying psychological services to the Greater Essex County District School Board.
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, antiracist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.
• Performing such duties and responsibilities pertaining to Special Education programs and services as may be assigned from time to time by the Superintendent of Education/Special Education Services or Supervisor of Psychological Services.
• Conduct Threat Risk Assessments and be involved in the development of behaviour and safety plans, as need be.

Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. or equivalent in Clinical or School Psychology from an accredited University.
• Must be registered, or eligible for registration, with the College of Psychologists of Ontario.
• Experience within a clinical/educational setting specializing in assessment and intervention with children/youth.
• Familiarity with Ministry of Education I.P.R.C. (Identification, Placement and Review Committee) procedures are desirable.

Chris Mills, Superintendent of Special Education

Greater Essex County District School Board

451 Park Street West, Box 210

Windsor, ON N9A 6K1

Posting Number: 2026-145/ 4065396

Equal Employment Opportunity and Inclusion

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

The Greater Essex County District School Board has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees and applicants. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the GECDSB strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation based on any Code-protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code for your interview, testing, and/or practicum, please advise the Recruitment Team member when contacted for an interview, testing and/or practicum. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to you attending.