Psychologist Phd

**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**:
We are currently seeking a Psychologist to join the Department of Psychology. The role involves assessing and diagnosing cognitive, learning, behavioural, and social-emotional needs in children with connective tissue disorders. The Psychologist will primarily focus on serving school-age children, adolescents, and families within the Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) Clinic and Connective Tissue Disorders Program.

**Here's What You'll Get To Do**:

- Conduct thorough consultations, screenings, and comprehensive assessments to evaluate a child¿s current cognitive, academic, and social-emotional functioning
- Prepare detailed reports summarizing assessment findings and providing relevant recommendations.
- Deliver clear and informative feedback to families and clinic teams regarding assessment results and recommendations.
- Provide consultation services to school teams and other health and educational professionals, promoting collaboration and comprehensive support for the child.
- Enhance the team's ability to address the psychosocial needs of both the child and their family by complementing and expanding existing services.
- Work independently and collaboratively as a valued member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Participate in clinical research, contribute to program development initiatives, and engage in quality improvement projects.
- Provide supervision and mentoships to trainees.

**Here's What You'll Need**:

- Ph.D. in Psychology from a CPA or APA accredited program or equivalent.
- Member in good standing with the College of Psychologists of Ontario.
- Excellent problem-solving, time management, written, and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficiency in psychological assessment and diagnosis of children aged 4-18, with developmental and medical conditions. Common queries include Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, anxiety, and mood disorders.
- Proficiency in interviewing and educating families.
- Commitment to evidence-based care and practice.
- Initiative and passion to integrate research findings into clinical practice.
- Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion objectives

**Here's What You'll Love**:
**Benefits**:

- A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self care helps us support others.

**Impact**:

- A hospital that welcomes and focuses on¿Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
- The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of¿Healthier Children. A Better World.

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**Employment Type**:
0.4 FTE (2 days per week), 2-Year Contract
On-Site Work Model

**Our Commitment to Diversity**:
The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.

**How to Apply