Clinical Psychologist jobs in Oshawa, ON

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Job Title: Psychologist
Status: Temporary Part Time
Department: Eating Disorders Clinic
Program: Mental Health & Addictions
8, 4 Hour Shifts, days Schedule (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Whitby
Wage Schedule: $64.77 - $83.99 per hour
Posting Reference: 2600001754

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!




DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Psychologist provides psychological assessment, diagnosis and treatment to children, adolescents and adults with eating disorders and related mental health difficulties in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The Psychologist provides ongoing psychological treatment to families and parents of children/adolescents and adults referred to the program. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Psychologist provides evidence based care to clients while working collaboratively with team members and community partners. Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. or Psy.D in Psychology with competency in Clinical Psychology with adolescents, adults and families;
• Registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario;
• Experience and training appropriate to an outpatient setting within a brief acute care model preferably with a hospital setting;
• Substantial training and experience in the area of eating disorders with both adolescent and adult populations;
• Strong clinical and diagnostic/formulation skills, individual and group psychotherapy skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on an interdisciplinary team;
• Proven communication, interpersonal and organizational skills both verbal and written;
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently as well as part of an interdisciplinary team, and to work effectively with community partners; strong consultation skills necessary;
• Demonstrated research and program evaluation skills;
• Committed to client-focused philosophy;
• Able to project a progressive, positive, professional image throughout the program, hospital and community;
• Proven working knowledge of the Mental Health Act of Ontario;
• Must have satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.



CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.

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