Psychologist

Psychologist (RPT/RFT 0.6-1.0 FTE)

The OSI Clinic provides specialized mental health assessment and treatment to clients and their families referred by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), RCMP, and the Department of National Defense (DND), who are experiencing work-related psychological stress and trauma (e.g. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder; Anxiety disorders; Depression; Chronic Pain, etc.). The services of the OSI Clinic are provided by an interdisciplinary team consisting of psychiatrists, psychologists, nurse clinicians and social workers. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, the psychologist delivers mental health treatment services to clients

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Duti

• es:Conduct evidence-based, comprehensive diagnostic interviews, and write comprehensive diagnostic reports and treatment recommendations to third party stakeholders in a timely fash
• ionAdminister and interpret standardized psychological assessment instruments for diagnostic and progress monitoring purpo
• sesProvide evidence based psychological intervention (individual and group treatment mandatory; couples intervention an ass
• et)Function as an effective member of an interdisciplinary t
• eamLiaise and consult with relevant community agencies and service provid
• ersParticipate in academic activities including: supervision of pre-doctoral residents in psychology, practicum students, and non-registered psychology staff; supervise psychologists in supervised practice; teach medical interns and residents; and training and professional consultation for other health related discipli
• nesParticipation in hospital psychology and quality improvement requirements, as approved by managem
• entAttend Psychology discipline meetings and participate in discipline activities, as approved by manageme
• nt.Maintain work load measurement and data collection (e.g. CROMIS) as requi
• redProvide education with various stakeholders i.e. VAC District offi
• cesDesign individualized treatment plans based on assessed needs in conjunction with the interdisciplinary t
• eamMaintain contact with the referring VAC area counsellors, RCMP, and DND in the development of treatment plans and referr
• alsWrite comprehensive discharge reports with follow up recommendati
• onsUtilize tele mental health and other distance technologies in the provision of services in outlying communit
• iesBuild effective collaborative working relationships with stakehold
• ersWork with the Canadian network of OSI clinics, and follow the leadership of the Operational Stress Injuries National Netw
• orkDemonstrate professional integrity through adherence to college and hospital guidelines for the practice of psychology, including; adherence to the Canadian Code of Ethics for psychologists, adherence to College of Psychologists of Ontario guidelines for registration, professional practice, professional development, supervision, communications and documentation of client contacts, as well as adherence to The Royal’s policies on timely completion of documentation and workload measureme
• nt.Design program evaluation and satisfaction surveys within clinic guidelines and in collaboration with the t
• eamCarry out research including writing peer-reviewed grant proposals in keeping with the Program’s objectives, as approved by managem
• entWork in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of The Roy
• al.Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Harassment-Free Workplace Poli

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Qualificati

• ons:Doctorate from a CPA/APA Accredited Clinical Psychology Pro
• gramRegistered or eligible for registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario is mandatory. Autonomous practice is preferred. Authorized area of practice in Clinical Psychology mandatory. Authorized client population in Adults is mandatory. Competency with older adults and/or couples an a
• ssetCPA/APA accredited internship/residency (or equivalent) in clinical psycho
• logyFive years experience in clinical mental health requ
• iredMandatory clinical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of: Trauma and Stress related disorders, anxiety and mood disorders, substance use disorders, using evidence based approac
• hes.Training in evidence-based therapies for PTSD, depression and anxiety disorders required such as PE, CPT, EMDR, CBT, BA, M
• BSR.Experience working in an interdisciplinary service delivery model is manda
• toryExperience in a military or police services environment is an a
• ssetExperience with assessment of police, veterans and/or Canadian forces members with operational stress injuries including anxiety, mood, and substance use is an a
• ssetSensitivity to the unique needs of military/police services personnel who are experiencing service related mental health prob
• lemsKnowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation principles and pract
• icesExcellent leadership and communication skills and ability to establish and maintain good working relat
• ionsCommitment to Continuous Quality Improvement, Best Practices and Team
• WorkEffective mentoring and clinical supervision skills to support both the academic role and the clinical practice of other team mem
• bersProvide services in local and satellite locations. Primary work location may be re-assigned to satellite s
• ite.Experience providing clinical services via OTN, or other virtual platf
• ormsValid driver’s license and access to a veh
• icleEnglish level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an as