Psychologist - FASD

We are seeking a 0.50 FTE Psychologist - Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Program to provide clinical assessment, planning and intervention for families and individuals who are engaged with our FASD program.

Requirements

• Registered Psychologist with 3-5 years of experience
• Current member in good standing with the College of Psychologists of Ontario
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to complete psychological assessments, diagnosis and treatment of individuals who have been impacted by FASD
• Experience interpreting neuropsychological assessments
• Experience working with people who have multiple vulnerabilities including mental health, trauma and addictions; expertise working with co-morbid diagnosis
• Awareness and sensitivity to socio-economic and cultural issues
• Awareness of and sensitivity to health issues particularly within populations who face barriers to accessing care
• Understanding of and attentive to the needs of Indigenous cultural safety
• Knowledge of the DSM V diagnostic criteria and implications for intervention
• Commitment to ensuring that interventions are evidence based and/align with best practice approaches
• Experience providing clinical supervision
• Understanding and value alignment with harm reduction approaches and knowledge of trauma informed care
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and group facilitation skills
• A current driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Current certification in First Aid/CPR, suicide prevention and crisis de-escalation are an asset

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan
• Excellent group health benefit package