Psychologist

Description:

Responsible to the Director of Clinical Services, the Psychologist will provide expertise and specialized services to clients of Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre (KRRC), its community option homes for children and adults, and the Cambridge Community Outreach Team (CCOG) in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of KRRC, and within recognized professional and ethical standards of the provincial regulatory body. As part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals, the Psychologist will engage in the assessment, planning, development, provision, and evaluation of mental health and behavioural interventions and services to youth and adults with diverse needs, with respectful inclusion of their families. The Psychologist will also participate in committees responsible for developing and evaluating KRRC’s programs, policies, and practices, and facilitate relevant educational programs for staff.

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (PhD) in Psychology or Master’s degree in Psychology (MA, MSc, MASP) with a minimum of two (2) years relevant clinical experience
• Eligible for Registration or Candidate Registration with the Nova Scotia Board of Examiners in Psychology
• Experience in the assessment and treatment of individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, and/ or emotional and behavioural disorders across the lifespan
• Demonstrated ability to work competently with individuals, families, groups, and community partners.
• Commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of individuals with disabilities and to ethical practice.
• Proven ability to work independently and to work cooperatively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience providing recommendations on a consultative basis.
• Ability to provide and utilize clinical supervision and support.
• Ability to work in both clinic and community settings.
• A current criminal record check with vulnerable sector check