MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
- You are registered in good standing as a Psychologist or Psychological Associate in the Province of Ontario
Please note: Registered Psychologist or Registered Psychological Associate in supervised practice may be considered if direct supervision can be provided.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
You have proven knowledge of:
- the science and practices of psychology, including psychotherapeutic and assessment techniques
- clinical or forensic psychological theories, practices and procedures
You can use complex treatment techniques and consult and advise in diagnosing and treating clients.
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIP SKILLS
You can:
- effectively communicate assessment and treatment information
- use motivational interviewing skills that encourage clients to use mental health services that can help them change behaviours
- maintain strong working relationships with multidisciplinary teams and community agencies
ANALYTICAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
You can:
- find the most appropriate diagnostic approach
- evaluate how effective and efficient treatment and rehabilitative programs are
- use good judgement when working with confidential information
- organize, plan and coordinate psychological services
DON’T MEET EVERY QUALIFICATION?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
HOW TO APPLY:
- You must apply online.
- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
- Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
- Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
- OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
- If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS AND ASSESSMENT:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the “position(s) language” section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you’ll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.