Psychologist Masters

Position # : 182009

Expected Start Date: To Be Determined

• Posted Until Filled

Union: HSAS

Facility: Nurses Alumni Wing

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs

• Youth Community Counselling

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: shifts of 224 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Psychologist

• Masters $44.093 to $53.916

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The incumbent will provide psychological assessments, psycho-educational, behavioral and family assessments in regard to children and youth exhibiting emotional/behavioral difficulties and mental health issues/disorders. The incumbent will complete psychological assessment reports and will provide individual, group and family counselling in both mental health and school settings.

The incumbent will report to the Manager of Youth MHAS and must be able to work under the direction of the clinical supervisor and collaborate with school and mental health staff. The incumbent will geographically divide their time the Prairie Spirit School Division and Youth Mental Health Services by providing services in both settings. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

Experience in the specific department/area/program

Education

Master of Psychology (MPsych)

Licenses

Registered Psychologist (RPsych)

Registered doctoral Psychologist with Authorized Practice Endorsement (APE)

Other Education and Training

Master of Clinical Psychology is acceptable

Master of Educational Psychology is acceptable

Master of Educational Psychology is acceptable

Master of Clinical Psychology is acceptable

Training in differential diagnosis with youth showing MH disorders an asset

Competencies

Advanced - Interpersonal skills

Advanced - Communication skills

Advanced - Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Ability to communicate with clients from diverse backgrounds

Ability to collaborate with community and school personnel

Other Information

Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists

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Experience treating youth with emotional/behavioral and learning challenges.

Experience working as a psychologist in a community-based setting an asset

Experience providing consultation to schools an asset

Experience in consulting with schools and the community on MH issues an asset

Experience in counselling with research proven techniques/approaches an asset

May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.