(TEMPORARY PART TIME) PSYCHOLOGIST - ADOLESCENT OUTPATIENT

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences; Loughrea Municipal District (2014-2019); On-site; EUR 27,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is seeking a registered psychologist to deliver psychological services in the Adolescent Program, including assessments and short-term interventions for youth. You will work with an interprofessional team and may supervise students, contribute to research, and engage in program evaluation activities.

The Adolescent Program includes inpatient, outpatient, and day treatment components, with a focus on evidence-based care, psychoeducation, and

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology; 3 years clinical/research experience preferred
• Candidates in supervised practice encouraged to apply
• Demonstrated ability to work with an interprofessional team
• Expertise in developing assessment protocols for psycho-educational testing and diagnostic clarification of adolescents with serious mental illness
• Experience teaching/supervising short-term evidence-based psychotherapies and contributing to clinical management of inpatient adolescents; DBT is an asset
• Interest in academic activities, teaching graduate students, and conducting independent research is advantageous
• Excellent oral and written communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessments and evidence-based treatment to adolescents in the Adolescent Program
• Collaborate with an interprofessional team to support client care and program goals
• Offer supervision to students and contribute to teaching activities
• Initiate and contribute to research projects (quality improvement, program evaluation) and clinical management improvements

Skills

Interprofessional teamwork

Evidence-based therapy

Academic collaboration

Student supervision

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

Job description

(TEMPORARY PART TIME) PSYCHOLOGIST - ADOLESCENT OUTPATIENT

Job Category: Clinical Professional (Allied Health)

Requisition Number: PSYCH003884

• Posted : November 3, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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Whitby, ON L1N5S9, CAN

Description

The Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences seeks a registered psychologist to provide psychological services in the Adolescent Program. You will work with an interprofessional team to provide evidence-based clinical assessments (psychoeducation and diagnostic clarification) and treatment (short-term, evidence based interventions) to adolescents. Position responsibilities may include providing consultation to interprofessional team members, supervising students, as well as initiating research projects (e.g., quality improvement and program evaluation initiatives).

The Adolescent Program consists of an Inpatient Service is a 12-bed assessment, stabilization and treatment unit for patients who require specialized care in a secure setting. An Adolescent Outpatient Program that provides individual, family, and group therapy. Along with an Adolescent Day Treatment program. Adolescent Services has an interprofessional team of healthcare professionals that includes psychiatrists, nurses, child and youth workers, social workers, psychologists, occupational therapists and other allied health professionals. Together, they provide ongoing assessment, treatment and life skills training for youth and adolescents.

Qualifications Required and Preferred

• The successful candidate will have a Doctoral level degree in psychology, preferably with 3 years clinical and/or research experience in the field of severe and persistent mental illness, combined with being registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario.
• Candidates in supervised practice are encouraged to apply
• The successful candidate will have demonstrated skills to work with an interprofessional team,
• Expertise in developing assessment protocols for psycho-educational testing and diagnostic clarification of adolescents with a serious mental illness is important.
• Experience providing, teaching and supervising short-term evidence-based psychotherapies and contributing to evidence-based clinical management of inpatient adolescents is key. Experience in DBT is considered an asset.
• A demonstrated interest and aptitude for academic activities, including teaching graduate students and the ability to conduct independent research relevant to the Adolescent Program are definite assets.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment, are essential.

Job Posting Closing: November 17th 2026, please note any applicants after this closing date will not be considered