Temporary Contract: 0.7FTE Psychologist/Psychological Associate

Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board invites applications for a Temporary Contract Psychologist/Psychological Associate. The position is 0.7 FTE, contract with start ASAP through June 30, 2027, supporting student assessment, intervention and consultation across board locations.

The role requires doctoral or master's degrees in psychology with Ontario college registration or eligibility, plus experience in school psychology settings.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in School, Clinical or Counselling Psychology.
• Registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario.
• Master's degree in School, Clinical or Counselling Psychology or related field.
• Experience in school psychology settings and with psychological assessments in children/adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of human behaviour, development and mental health to student needs through assessment, intervention and consultation.
• Provide psychological assessment, intervention and consultation under supervision as required.
• Collaborate with educators, families and administrators to support learning and wellbeing.

Skills

Assessment skills

Intervention planning

Consultation with staff

Communication skills

Education

Doctoral degree in School, Clinical or Counselling Psychology

Registration with College of Psychologists of Ontario

Master's degree in School, Clinical or Counselling Psychology

Registration with College of Psychologists of Ontario (for Psychological Associate)

Master's degree in School, Clinical or Counselling Psychology (Psycho-Educational Consultants track)

Working towards registration with College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario

Experience in school psychology setting

Job description

Position Title: Temporary Contract Psychologist/Psychological Associate

Total FTE Available: 0.7 FTE

Position Type: Contract, Full-time

Contract Dates: To start as soon as possible to no later than June 30, 2027

Salary Range: $70,574 - $113,928 – Master's Degree, or $80,403 - $123,941 – Ph. D in Psychology

Union: APSSP

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location(s): Board-Wide – Multiple Locations

Posting type: Internal and External

Vacancy Status: Replacement

Posting Close Date: posted until filled

About Us

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is a dynamic board committed to the delivery of quality educational programs and services. The Board is comprised of over 70,000 students enrolled in 152 schools (126 elementary and 26 secondary schools) throughout the municipalities of Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon and Orangeville. We have over 10,000 employees in an increasingly diverse community. Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is one of Ontario’s largest school boards, encompassing both urban and rural areas.

Position Summary

Psychologists, Psychological Associates, and Psycho-Educational Consultants work under the administrative direction of the Superintendent of Special Education and Learning Services or designate, and the clinical direction of the Chief Psychologist. The Psychologist, Psychological Associate, and Psycho-Educational Consultant will apply their knowledge of human behaviour, development and mental health to the learning, mental health and well-being needs of students through psychological assessment, intervention and consultation.

The Psychoeducational Consultant will provide psychological assessment, intervention, and consultation services under direct clinical supervision by a Senior Psychologist or designate, per the requirements of the regulatory college.

Education/Qualifications

• For Psychologists:
  • Doctoral degree in School, Clinical or Counselling Psychology.
  • Registration as a Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario
• For Psychological Associates:
  • Master's degree in School, Clinical or Counselling Psychology.
  • Registration as a Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario.
• For Psycho-Educational Consultants:
  • Master's degree in School, Clinical or Counselling Psychology.
  • Working towards registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario for independent practice.
• Previous experience in a school psychology setting an asset.
• Experience administering psychological assessments measuring intellectual, academic, social, behavioural and emotional/mental health functioning in children and adolescents.
• Experience with consulting, counselling and primary, secondary and tertiary intervention programs and techniques.

Applicant Information

Police Record Check: This role will a Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check dated with six (6) months of hire date and to be provided to Human Resources. The successful candidate will be responsible for any cost associated with obtaining. The Police Record Check will be required to be renewed every 5 years.

Disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request. Please notify us when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please note that the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in our recruitment processes. All applications are reviewed directly by our Recruitment Team.

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants, please note that only those under consideration will be contacted.