clinical psychologist

Title posted on CareerBeacon - Clinical Psychologist III

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Employer details NL Health Services

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Zone: Eastern Urban ZoneLocation: Mount Pearl SquareClinical Psychologist III (Revised)Mental Health &amp; Addictions - WestPermanent Full-time01083POSHours: 75 (8 hours; Days, Evenings)Salary: CG46 (59.45 - 66.31 per hour)which includes any negotiated wage adjustment and/or supplement as applicable)The following Sign on Incentives may be applicable and can be combined:1. Signing bonus up to $10,0002. Come Home incentive up to $50,0003. Relocation support4. Student Bursary up to $20,000For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email employment@nlhealthservices.ca*subject to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval annually Competition Number: VAC0002686Posted Date: 2024-10-22Closing Date: Open until filled.Job SummaryThe Clinical Psychologist III is responsible for the provision of urgent psychological services to patients presenting with mental health concerns in the Mental Health and Addictions Program in Eastern Health using a Brief Therapy Model. The position acts on referrals from Adult Central Intake. Therapeutic interventions are provided to patients with a wide range of complex needs including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders and personality disorders.The responsibilities include designing, implementing and evaluating the psychological interventions provided to patients; conducting advanced, independent diagnostic interviews to expedite the formulation of an appropriate treatment approach; formulating and communicating psychiatric diagnosis using DSM-5TR; selecting and administrating comprehensive psychometric tests where appropriate, including but not limited to, intellectual assessment, personality assessment, neuropsychological screening, memory assessment and vocational/aptitude testing; interpreting psychological data for diagnostic purposes; conducting group facilitation; and monitoring/prioritizing patient wait lists according to clinical needs. The Clinical Psychologist may be required under certain circumstance to participate in same-day clinics, DoorWays single session counselling and TAO (therapist assisted online).As a clinical leader, the Clinical Psychologist provides supervision to Psychology residents, Doctoral students and provisionally registered Psychologists. The incumbent also provides clinical direction to working level Psychologists. This position reports to the Division Manager and maintains accountability to the Professional Practice Consultant for Psychology for professional integrity issues.Job DemandsBy applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):Occasionally, there is lifting or physical strength required, less than 10 lbs for files, boxes, or equipment.Regularly sits; occasionally works in awkward/cramped positions, and stands to facilitate or teach groups.Uses fine finger/precision work when on the computer and visual concentration is required when in sessions with patients (i.e. reviewing patient charts/notes, tests and for documenting work, and when reading or researching information).Visual concentration is required to interpret patient observations and integrate into patient evaluation.Auditory concentration is constantly required in sessions with patients to listen attentively, to be alert and to obtain and interpret information correctly.A higher than normal level of attentiveness is required when assessing high risk patients.Job QualificationsGraduation with an approved/recognized Doctorate Degree in Clinical Psychology is required.Registration or provisional registration with Newfoundland and Labrador Psychology Board is required.Graduate course work and supervised experience in psychological assessment including cognitive and diagnostic assessment with adults is required.Graduate course work and supervised experience in evidence based therapy with individuals and grou