Psychology Associate-paediatric Outpatient Clinic

Position: Psychological Associate

Department: Paediatric Outpatient Clinic (POP)

Position Status: Full Time

Temporary Contract End Date (if applicable):N/A

Union: OPSEU 373

Number of Positions: 1

HOURS OF WORK:
WHY WORK FOR US:
Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a state-of-the-art regional hospital with a proud local history extending back over a century. With a capacity of 494 beds, our regional hospital has one of the busiest Emergency Department in Ontario and offers an extensive range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, and vascular surgery.

We wouldn't be the hospital we are today without the people and nothing is more important to us then our team of dedicated employees. At PRHC, we pride ourselves on creating and maintaining an environment where people are valued, recognized, and treated with respect.

We believe that the best way to support our patients is through our people. We do this by providing our employees with competitive and comprehensive benefit plans, a pension program with matching employer contribution, professional development opportunities, employee and family assistance program, health and wellness programs (gym and yoga memberships, annual wellness fair, travel discounts) and a learning fund for educational development. Exploring new positions, programs, or development initiatives is encouraged as it contributes to your personal and professional growth. PRHC supports and encourages you to pursue whatever path you choose.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:
The Psychological Associate will work collaboratively providing expert clinical psychological service to clients of the POP Clinic, focused on understanding how the mind, body, and behaviour interact in health and disease.

The Psychological Associate practices in accordance with the Professional Standards of the College of Psychologists of Ontario and is licensed to provide psychological services.

This Psychological Associate position will work collaboratively with the entire inter-professional POP Clinic team to provide psychological support for patients and their families. The Psychological Associate conducts specialized psychological assessments and implements a range of treatment modalities, provides information, consultation, and education on psychological issues relating to child and family development, mental health, cognitive/behavioural issues, impact of chronic disease on family members, childhood obesity, and feeding disorders.

The Psychological Associate will work collaboratively with team members to provide care for patients and families of the POP Clinic. Care provided meets the provincial mandates and standards of practice.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
Member of College of Psychologists of Ontario

Three years clinical experience and demonstrated skill in child and family assessment and treatment, and in inter-disciplinary and inter-agency collaboration.

Registration as a Psychological Associate or a Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario

Three years’ experience in a health care setting preferred

WHO YOU ARE:
Commitment to multi-disciplinary, collaborative, systemic, developmental, client-centred, strengths based model of practice

Commitment to ongoing education to keep abreast of standards of practice, legislation and best treatment practices within the profession of Psychology

Advocacy skills

Flexibility in presentation and use of self

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with children and families in a compassionate manner

Excellent integrative and logical analytical thinking skills

Demonstrated ability to be flexible and accommodating to client needs

Demonstrated ability to attain deadlines

Excellent self-organization and direction

Demonstrated ability to function effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team

OUR COMMITMENT:
At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.

Thank you for your interest in the opportunity at PRHC. If you are selected to move forward in the recruitment process, you will be contacted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.

**Salary**: $47.73-$60.87 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Are you registered as a Psychological Associate or a Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario?
- Do you have three years’ experience in a health care setting?

Work Location: In person