Permanent Full Time Psychologist

at  Ongwanada Resource Centre

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Current registration as a Psychologist in the province of Ontario and successful completion of a Ph.D. in Psychology or a Psy.D., preferably at a Canadian university;
• Clinical Psychologist must be registered with the ability to provide services for children (age 12 and under) OR adults & seniors (65+);
• Knowledge of current legislation and Standards of Practice;
• Experience in providing psychological services to persons with developmental disabilities (including those people with dual diagnosis/challenging/complex behaviour), their families and care providers is an asset;
• Experience in supervision of both students and non-registered staff is preferred;
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision;
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
• Sound judgment, counseling, supervisory, teaching and organization skills;
• Comfortable in learning new technologies with mastery of existing technologies;
• Willingness to apply for appointment as a Clinical Supervisor in the Department of Psychology, Queen’s University;
• Must successfully complete and maintain certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention as per Ongwanada policies;
• Must possess a valid G Driving License with full driving privileges, insurances and have access to own vehicle;
  Les candidats bilingues sont fortement encouragés à soumettre leur candidature.
  Please submit a Cover Letter & Current Resume quoting file number
  Human Resources Specialist, Human Resources
  Ongwanada
  191 Portsmouth Avenue
  Kingston, ON K7M 8A6 Fax (613) 548-8135
  Email: careers@ongwanada.com

• Conducting psychological assessment;
• Conducting psychological interventions;
• Utilizing behavioural, counseling or related techniques to ameliorate interfering behaviours and to promote appropriate behaviours in clients;
• Providing consultation and monitoring of Behaviour Support Plans;
• Planning and conducting research and program evaluation projects
• Conveying to Ongwanada staff, service providers within the East Region and/or other relevant persons, knowledge and understanding of psychological principles and best practice applications;
• Participating on Task Forces/Committees as required.