Psychometrist - Boomerang Health

at  SickKids

ABOUT SICKKIDS

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Psychometrist Job Opportunity

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate psychometrist to join our dedicated team. This position offers a unique opportunity for an individual who is enthusiastic about working in paediatrics, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and has a strong desire for professional growth and skill development. Under the direction and supervision of a registered psychologist, the psychometrist will carry out developmental, cognitive and neuropsychological assessments of children ranging in age from preschool to late adolescence. strong applicant is high energy, has a positive attitude and a passion for helping children and families. You will work with a team of professionals dedicated to providing the highest standard of care. This is your chance to join and contribute to a great organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master¿s or Baccalaureate Degree in Psychology (clinical ¿ developmental preferred)
• Course work and previous clinical experience in administering and scoring psychometric measures with children and adolescents.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent psychosocial development and psychopathology.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• Strong proficiency in psychological assessment with children and adolescents.
• Experience in working with paediatric mental health concerns is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with members of a multidisciplinary team.
• Evidence-based practice.
• Utilizes critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills to interact with children and adults.
• Efficient time management and organizational skills required.
• Ability to flexibly respond to continually changing program demands.
  For more information or to apply for this position, please visit our website at www.boomeranghealth.com/about/careers and email your cover letter and resume to susan.lambert@boomeranghealth.com.

• Provide comprehensive psychological assessments exploring a wide range of learning, attention and/or mental health needs.
• Responsible for administering and scoring psychological measures of children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds.
• Generate clinical summaries and reports of psychometric results in order to provide feedback to the assessing psychologist and the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide observations relevant for interpretation of assessment results and offer recommendations for intervention.
• Works closely with psychologists and provides consultation throughout assessment process.
• Follow an evidence-based approach to assessment.
• Manage a varied caseload and meet required timelines.
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records using the Electronic Medical Record system.
• Participate in on-going and emerging clinical projects as required.
• Part-time and full-time position available. Opportunity to work on weekends if interested.