Education

• Master's degree

Work setting

• Clinic
• Independent or private practice

Tasks

• Supervise graduate students, research assistants, para-professional staff and other psychologists
• Use standard psychological tests for assessment
• Provide therapy
• Counsel individuals and groups to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment
• Apply psychological theory and principles regarding behaviour and mental processes
• Maintain accurate records
• Plan intervention programs
• Administer standard psychological tests for assessment
• Interpret test results
• Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
• Help clients manage physical illness and disorders

Supervision

• 3-4 people
• 5-10 people
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Provincial or territorial Psychologist's Certificate of Registration
• Membership in a provincial or territorial psychological association
• Membership in the Canadian Psychological Association

Type of treatment experience

• Biofeedback
• Client-centered or humanistic / experiential therapy
• Cognitive therapy
• Crisis intervention counselling
• Eclectic therapy
• Psychotherapy
• Brief therapy
• Systematic / interactional therapy

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Basic security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Values and ethics

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Workplace information

• Hybrid