Clinical Psychologist for Autism Assessment Services
4 weeks ago
Company: IWK Health Centre
Position ID: 162041
Department: Provincial Preschool Autism Services
Employment Type: Various Permanent and Temporary roles (40% to 100% FTE)
Union Status: NSGEU Healthcare, Healthcare Bargaining Unit
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on qualifications
Application Status: Open Until Filled
Incentives: Successful candidates may qualify for a one-time Signing Bonus ($7,000 for permanent roles and $5,000 for temporary roles), subject to a Return of Service commitment for a two-year period or a minimum of one year for temporary assignments. Signing Bonuses are prorated for part-time positions.
Relocation assistance of up to $5,000 may be available for eligible candidates.
IWK Health Centre is a prominent academic health sciences institution, delivering specialized and primary care to millions of children, youth, adults, and families annually across the Atlantic region. Our dedicated team comprises approximately 4,000 employees, physicians, volunteers, and learners across various sites in Nova Scotia. We emphasize professional development and mentorship, fostering an environment where talents are recognized and achievements celebrated. Our work aligns with our core values, and we offer enhanced benefits and wellness programs.
We are committed to promoting an anti-racist environment and addressing discrimination in our work and care delivery. IWK Health is situated in Mi'kma'ki, the unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people. We strive to create a safe and inclusive space for equity and belonging in our services and employment opportunities. We encourage applications from individuals who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to enhance the representation of our workforce.
Role Overview
Provincial Preschool Autism Services
The Provincial Preschool Autism Service (PPAS) is a collaborative initiative involving IWK Health, Nova Scotia Health, Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia, and Autism Nova Scotia. The service is transitioning to a needs-based model that addresses the unique requirements of children and their families.
As a clinical psychologist, you will report to the Manager of Provincial Preschool Autism Services and be responsible for conducting clinical diagnostic evaluations for children suspected of having autism. Your role will encompass both preschool and school-aged children. You will be integral in enhancing access to autism assessments across the province while contributing to the improvement of intervention services.
Psychologists will collaborate within a provincial team to support autism diagnostics and engage in an integrated service delivery model for the PPAS.
Depending on your expertise, you may provide direct, consultative, or collaborative services with interprofessional autism intervention teams and families, focusing on foundational education, caregiver coaching, care coordination, and transitions to school-based interventions.
Work Schedule
We offer various permanent and temporary positions throughout the province, including both full-time and part-time options. The available FTE ranges from 100% to 40%, determined in collaboration with the hiring manager.
Travel is a requirement of this role to ensure equitable access to diagnostic assessments across the province.
Candidate Profile
We invite applications from individuals who are registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology. Candidates with a Master's degree should have a minimum of three years of pediatric experience, while those with a PhD should possess at least one year of post-doctoral supervision, one year of full-time pre-doctoral residency in a relevant area, and a minimum of two years of pediatric experience.
- Understanding of typical child development and divergent neurodevelopment
- Knowledge of behavioral manifestations of Autism and co-occurring conditions
- Familiarity with relevant health conditions impacting autism diagnosis
- Awareness of contextual factors affecting development, including social and environmental influences
- Ability to formulate management plans with families, considering strengths, challenges, and available resources.
Preferred qualifications include training and experience with standard autism assessment tools, particularly the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 (ADOS-2), and knowledge of evidence-based autism intervention techniques.
Consideration may be given to Registered Master's Psychologists and PhD Psychologists lacking the minimum pediatric experience.
Next Steps
Thank you for your interest in joining IWK Health Centre.
Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. If invited to participate in an assessment process, you have the right to request accommodations.
This position is part of a Healthcare bargaining unit. Successful applicants transitioning between unions or employment statuses should seek clarification regarding seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlements prior to accepting the position.
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of background checks and verification of credentials.
If you are currently employed by IWK Health, please apply through the internal careers portal to ensure you are recognized as an internal candidate.
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