Job Description

Location: Clarenville Coish Place

Clinical Psychologist III Reposted
(remote work opportunity available)
Mental Health and Addictions - Community
Permanent, Full Time
01657POS
Hours 75 bi-weekly (8 hour day shifts)
Salary CG-46, ($45.91 - $54.25) signing bonus up to $10,000 and $50,000 Come Home Year Incentive may be available for a return in service. For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email employment@easternhealth.ca
Competition Number 2022007467
Posted Date 27 April 2023
Closing Date Open Until Filled

About Us
Eastern Health is the largest, integrated health authority in Newfoundland and Labrador employing approximately 13,000 dedicated employees and serving a population of more than 300,000 people. The authority offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. At Eastern Health we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Job Summary
The Clinical Psychologist III in the Mental Health and Addictions Program is responsible for prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of diverse psychological disorders across the lifespan; children, adolescents, adults and seniors. This position functions autonomously and uses independent judgement in the applications of specialized psychological knowledge and principles in clinical practice. Administers and interprets specialized and standardized psychological tests to clients to assess cognitive functioning, learning disabilities and personality disorders as well as develop, monitor, implement and modifies psychotherapeutic treatment plans for individuals, couples, families and groups. Provide clinical consultation to psychiatrists, physicians, interdisciplinary teams and community organizations and implements documentation and case load management.

The Clinical Psychologist III will also participate in ongoing assessment planning, implementation and evaluative process of the Mental Health and Addictions Program along with other members of the team and conduct educations sessions with community and professional groups and in-service sessions with Mental Health Peers, participating in community based and/or regional committees as a professional representative of Mental Health and Addiction Services and other related duties as required.

This position reports to the Division Manager for Clarenville Health and Community Services - Mental Health and Addictions, and maintains accountability to the Psychology Professional Practice Consultant for integrity and professional practice issues.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally, there is lifting or physical strength required, less than 10 lbs.
Regularly sits, occasionally works in awkward/cramped positions, stands to facilitate or teach groups.
Fine finger/precision work when on the computer and visual concentration is required when in sessions with patients (i.e. reviewing patient charts/notes, tests and for documenting work, and when reading or researching information).
Auditory concentration is required in sessions with patients to listen attentively, to be alert and to obtain and interpret information correctly. A higher than normal level of attentiveness is required when assessing high risk patients.

Job Qualifications
Graduation with an approved/recognized Doctorate Degree in Clinical Psychology is required.
Registration or provisional registration with Newfoundland and Labrador Psychology Board is required.
Graduate course work and supervised experience in psychological assessment and therapy with individuals, families, and groups with a specific focus on complex mental health and/or addictions issues is required.
Current CPR/First Aid would be an asset.
Exhibited strong communication, program development and evaluation skills.
Possessed proven analytical, critical reasoning, collaboration, problem solving, decision-making and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to direct, supervise and mentor students.
Demonstrated ability to effectively translate and communicate knowledge in the specialized area of psychology practice to others.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional environment and provide clinical consultation.
Ability to work autonomously, prioritizing caseloads and client needs.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a constructive working rapport with clients.
Demonstrated strong awareness of ethical principles and standards of professional conduct.
Conditions of employment include the use of a private vehicle.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health NAPE HP Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. Otherwise, If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health NAPE HP Regional Bargaining Unit.

*This is a reposted position. If you have already applied your application is on file for consideration.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

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