Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Psychologist

Department: Child and Youth Ambulatory Care

Division: Simcoe Muskoka Regional Eating Disorders Program

Position Summary

The Simcoe Muskoka Regional Eating Disorder Program provides evidence-based manualized treatment for anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and OSFED to patients under the age of 25. This regionalized program offers equitable access to collaborative and standardized care of eating disorders at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre and Orillia Soldier\'s Memorial Hospital.

The psychologist\'s role will primarily include clinical consultation to the Eating Disorder Team on complex patients, as well as tracking program fidelity and other patient outcomes.

Education:

• Graduate from a CPA/APA Accredited Clinical Psychology Program
• Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario is mandatory. Autonomous practice is preferred.
• Authorized area of practice in Clinical Psychology is mandatory.
• Authorized client population in children, adolescents, family, and adults is preferred (some combination of authorization with the various populations listed above will be considered).

Experience

• Five years of experience in clinical mental health preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in clinical work with mental health disorders, including patients with severe and complex mental health and eating disorders.
• Experience working in a hospital setting.
• Experience in assessment of mental health disorders, learning/cognitive functioning, and eating disorders.

Competencies:

• Strong knowledge and experience working with vulnerable and marginalized clients and families.
• Demonstrated experience and confidence in eating disorders assessment, diagnosis and treatment in transitional-aged youth
• Demonstrated evidence-based practice
• Demonstrates excellence in communication, both written and verbal
• Demonstrates conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated problem assessment skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork
• Demonstrated individual leadership skills
• Knowledge and experience with scientific research methodology and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team setting and to communicate and collaborate in an inter professional team context are essential, including working collaboratively between hospital and community services.
• Strong knowledge, demonstrated ability, and experience in program development, evaluation, and research.
• Experience with community consultation is an asset.
• Willingness to work variable hours.
• Excellent communication skills, organizational ability, critical thinking, and goal-setting skills.
• Willingness to share knowledge and expertise with other team members.
• Valid driver\'s license and access to a vehicle with the potential to travel between two sites
• Willingness to participate in a criminal reference screening process.
• Fluency in French will be considered an asset
• Models\' behaviour that is aligned with the values of Royal Victoria Regional Health Care center and Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital

Unless otherwise stated applicants must have a minimum educational requirement of Grade 12 or equivalent and must demonstrate proven workplace excellence through commitment to strong job performance and attendance.

Please be reminded that as a Regional Health Centre, in order to provide the necessary patient care, our operations run 24/7. Therefore, depending on the program for which you are applying, it may be an expectation that you are available to work week days and weekends, as well as all shifts - days, evenings, and nights.

Employment Equity

RVH is committed to diversity and employment equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.

RVH COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

All job offers will require compliance with our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for proof of full vaccination unless provided with a medical exemption or an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Accommodation in the Workplace

RVH offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment process, and is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). RVH will work proactively through all stages of recruitment to create a barrier-free process and to provide accommodations as required. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Human Resources at 705-739-5605.

Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities

• Must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Must adhere to all RVH administrative and applicable departmental occupational health and safety policies, procedures and protocol.
• Must adhere to Bill 132 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act in regards to the Sexual Violence and Harassment Action Plan Act, and creating a work environment free of psychological harassment.
• Must be able to perform all bona fide essential duties in the position description, which may include lifting and moving patients, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, etc.
• Must complete a pre-employment health assessment, including review of the Job Demands Analysis for the position, as a condition of employment.
• Must strive to continuously provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, staff, physicians, and volunteers.

Our Code of Conduct

All staff, physicians, volunteers, service providers and students are committed to creating a positive, respectful work environment for each other and our patients and families.

RVH is guided by its MY CARE strategic plan which puts patients and families at the centre of all we do.

Our Vision

Make each life better. Together.

Our Mission Statement

Exceptional care is our passion.

People are our inspiration.

Safety is our promise.

Our Values

Work Together | Respect All | Think Big | Own It | Care

If you are interested in joining our inspiring team, please apply online before 1100pm EST on the posting close date. Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If interviewed, an accompanying portfolio may be required which will include documented evidence of course completion. An inclusive, barrier-free selection process will be provided as required under RVHs Employment Accommodation Policy. Applicants need to make their needs known to Human Resources in advance and information related to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

As part of the mandatory screen process RVH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation, plus a current Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.

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