Description
Psychologist/Psychological Associate/Psychoeducational Consultant
Position type: Permanent and Contract (Full-Time / Part-Time)
Dates: School Year Calendar (Perm)
Throughout the 2024-2025 year (contract)
Location(s) : Board-Wide - Multiple Locations
Salary Range:
Psychologist $73,215.00 - $114,975.00 (annually)
Psychological Associate/Psychoeducational Consultant $63,787.00 - $105,371.00 (annually)
Employees who hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field of study shall receive $2,222 in addition to their grid placement, prorated based on FTE/length of contract
The position of Psychologist with a Master’s Degree and Psychological Associates shall receive $1,534 in addition to their grid, placement prorated based on FTE/length of contract
Position Summary
This position reports to the Superintendent of Special Education & Learning Services Department.
Under the administrative direction of the Superintendent of Special Education and Learning Services and through the clinical supervision of the Chief Psychologist/Senior Psychologist, the Psychologist/Psychological Associate/Psychoeducational Consultant will consult with staff regarding academic, behavioural, social and emotional problems. They will provide assessment and counselling services. They will also conduct research and program evaluation as required.
Qualifications for Psychologist/ Psychological Associate
Ph. D. in Psychology for Psychologist, M.A. in Psychology for Psychological Associate and Psychoeducational Consultant
Registration as a Psychologist/Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario
Evidence from previous work history of satisfactory attendance and punctuality
Previous experience is desired
To be considered for this position, please submit an application through Apply to Education, with a letter of interest, along with your resume, fully detailing your experience and qualifications.
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ALL new employees will be required to submit a current original criminal background check (CBC) including a ''Vulnerable Sector Screening'' (VSS) issued within 6 months prior to commencing employment with the Board.
We thank all applicants, but be advised that only those under consideration will be contacted.
We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to: • First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; • members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour or place of origin; • persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.
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Job Descriptions Below
The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
Position Title : Psychologist
Department: Psychology / Special Education and Learning Services
Title of Immediate Supervisor: Chief Psychologist
Summary of Objectives:
Under the administrative direction of the Superintendent of Special Education and Learning Services and through the clinical supervision of the Chief Psychologist, the Psychologist will consult with staff regarding academic, behavioural, social and emotional problems. They will provide assessment and counselling services. The Psychologist will also diagnose various intellectual, perceptual, learning, behavioural, developmental, emotional or personality disorders within their area of expertise. They will also conduct research and program evaluation as required.
Major Functions and Responsibilities:
Consult with teachers, principals and other staff regarding students who are experiencing academic, behavioural, social or emotional problems
Maintain accurate and up-to-date confidential files in accordance with professional standards.
Counsel individual students and groups of students to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment.
Provide assessment services to provide more information with regard to intellectual, social, emotional, educational and personality development.
The Psychologist will diagnose various intellectual, perceptual, learning, behavioural, developmental, emotional or personality disorders within their area of expertise.
Interpret and discuss assessment findings and recommendations with parents and school staff. Assist parents and school staff with the implementation of recommendations.
Provide referrals to community resources and liaise as necessary.
Make presentations to Board and Family Level IPRCs. Serve as a committee member at school level IPRCs.
Contribute to educators’ professional development through in-service programming.
Keep up-to-date with regard to relevant psychological and educational research.
Conduct research and assist administrators with program evaluation.
Other duties as assigned by Chief Psychologist.
Specifications
Education:
Ph. D. In Psychology
Registration as a Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario
Experience:
Previous experience an asset
The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
Position Title: Psychological Associate
Department: Psychology / Special Education and Learning Services
Title of Immediate Supervisor: Chief Psychologist
Summary of Objectives:
Under the administrative direction of the Superintendent of Special Education and Learning Services and through the clinical supervision of the Senior Psychologist/Chief Psychologist, the Psychological Associate will consult with staff regarding academic, behavioural, social and emotional problems. They will provide assessment and counselling services. The Psychological Associate may also diagnose various intellectual, perceptual, learning, behavioural, developmental, emotional or personality disorders within their area of expertise. They will also conduct research and program evaluation as required.
Major Functions and Responsibilities:
Consult with teachers, principals and other staff regarding students who are experiencing academic, behavioural, social or emotional problems
Maintain accurate and up-to-date confidential files in accordance with professional standards.
Counsel individual students and groups of students to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment.
Provide assessment services to provide more information with regard to intellectual, social, emotional, educational and personality development.
The Psychological Associate, depending upon their expertise, may also be required to make a diagnosis related to intellectual, perceptual, learning, behavioural, developmental, emotional or personality disorders.
Interpret and discuss assessment findings and recommendations with parents and school staff. Assist parents and school staff with the implementation of recommendations.
Provide referrals to community resources and liaise as necessary.
Make presentations to Board and Family Level IPRCs. Serve as a committee member at school level IPRCs.
Contribute to educators’ professional development through in-service programming.
Keep up-to-date with regard to relevant psychological and educational research.
Conduct research and assist administrators with program evaluation.
Specifications
Education:
Masters in Psychology
Registration as a Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario
Experience:
Previous experience as asset
Prepared September, 2001
The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
Position Title: Psycho-educational Consultant
Department: Psychology / Special Education and Learning Services
Title of Immediate Supervisor: Chief Psychologist
Summary of Objectives:
Under the administrative direction of the Superintendent of Special Education and Learning Services and through the clinical supervision of the Senior Psychologist/Chief Psychologist, the Psycho-educational Consultant will consult with staff regarding academic, behavioural, social and emotional problems. They will provide assessment and counselling services. They will provide the Senior Psychologist with all relevant data so that the Senior Psychologist may provide an appropriate diagnosis. They will also conduct research and program evaluation as required.
Major Functions and Responsibilities:
Consult with teachers, principals and other staff regarding students who are experiencing academic, behavioural, social or emotional problems
Maintain accurate and up-to-date confidential files in accordance with professional standards.
Counsel individual students and groups of students to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment.
Provide assessment services to provide more information with regard to intellectual, social, emotional, educational and personality development.
Provide the Senior Psychologist with all relevant assessment data so that the Senior Psychologist may make an appropriate diagnosis.
Interpret and discuss assessment findings and recommendations with parents and school staff. Assist parents and school staff with the implementation of recommendations.
Provide referrals to community resources and liaise as necessary.
Make presentations to Board and Family Level IPRCs. Serve as a committee member at school level IPRCs.
Contribute to educators’ professional development through in-service programming.
Keep up-to-date with regard to relevant psychological and educational research.
Conduct research and assist administrators with program evaluation.
Specifications:
Education:
Masters degree in Psychology
Experience:
Previous experience an asset.
