Psychologist

The Ministry of the Solicitor General’s Ontario Correctional Institute (OCI), located in Brampton, Ontario, provides specialized and intensive treatment for offender rehabilitation. It is recognized as a leader in correctional treatment.

OCI is seeking an experienced Psychologist to join its multi-disciplinary team of health care professionals. As a Registered Psychologist, you will be part of a dedicated team in the delivery of individual and group treatment programs, as well as therapy and consulting services.

If you are an outstanding professional with a passion for helping others, don't miss this exciting opportunity.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) offers a competitive compensation package, including a defined pension plan. We support career and leadership development, invest in learning opportunities, and recognize team and individual achievements.

**Note**: Due to operational reasons, this position will involve working temporarily at the Maplehurst Correctional Centre (661 Martin Street, Milton).

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What can I expect to do in this role?

**In this role, you will**:
Provide psychological services, including the planning, implementation and supervision of individual and group therapy sessions for offenders
- Assess offenders' risk, criminogenic needs and responsivity concerns, and make recommendations for addressing targets
- Develop and communicate individual therapeutic treatment programs compatible with institutional resources
- Develop and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment programs and recommend alternatives
- Be part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for offenders' mental health and care
- Participate in research and on-going program development
- Perform clinical duties, including the preparation of evaluative and clinical reports
- Assist with staff training programs
- Provide consultation and advice to the management team, and respond to inquiries

**Location**: Brampton, Milton

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

You are registered in good standing as a Psychologist in autonomous OR supervised practice in the Province of Ontario

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

You have demonstrated expertise in psychology, including a full range of psychotherapeutic and assessment techniques (i.e., risk factors, responsivity issues and diagnosis)
- You have knowledge of the science, practices and ethics of psychology as applied within a forensic/correctional setting, and relevant provincial and federal statutes
- You have knowledge of community resources and services
- You can organize, co-ordinate and supervise graduate students in providing psychological services
- You can develop and foster a productive therapeutic relationship with difficult offender clients

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

You can communicate information on assessment approaches, findings and treatment/rehabilitative activities to clinical professionals and correctional staff
- You demonstrate maturity, discretion and sensitivity in order to discuss diagnosis, treatment and progress with offenders, their families and/or advocates
- You demonstrate tact and diplomacy, and are able to gain confidence of staff and supervisors within a multi-disciplinary correctional treatment setting

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

You can determine the most appropriate diagnostic approach based on offender history and current indicators
- You can evaluate the efficiency of treatment and rehabilitative programs and identify effective solutions

**Salary Range**: $1,610.68 - $2,067.10 Per Week

**Additional information**:
1 Permanent, 109 Mclaughlin Rd S, Brampton, Central Region, Vulnerable Sector Check

**Note**:
Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.

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