Clinical Psychologist-CYMH Outpatient Service

Unit Summary

Step into a job that opens countless doors. As one of Canada’s largest and most diverse hospitals, we’re providing advanced care to people of all ages from across the province. You can explore advancement opportunities, take professional development courses, and stretch yourself as a leader, all at HHS. We are the largest employer in the greater Hamilton region, and play a vital role in training the next generation of health professionals in collaboration with our academic partners, including McMaster University and Mohawk College. Hamilton Health Sciences is a hospital system of 18,000 staff, physicians, researchers and volunteers that proudly serves south central Ontario residents. We also provide specialized, advanced care to people from across the province.

The Child and Youth Mental Health Ambulatory Services (CYMH-AS) Outpatient Team is an integral part of the Child and Youth Mental Health Programs at McMaster Children's Hospital. This team provides psychiatric consultation, individual and family mental health assessment and treatment, and group treatment to those experiencing complex mental health difficulties (many with comorbidities) and is affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences and Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences, McMaster University and the Offord Centre for Child Studies. With approximately 6,000 annual visits and 1,300 referrals, this multidisciplinary team works with partners including pediatricians, family physicians, education, child welfare and other community agencies in the provision of comprehensive and evidence based mental health services to children and youth residing in Hamilton.

Position Summary

Within the CYMH-AS Outpatient Team, our Clinical Psychologists provide direct clinical service involving consultation, assessment and treatment using individual, family and group modalities. Our Psychologists are also active in research and program development activities including leadership in externally funded quality improvement research and implementing quality and outcome indicators within our services. The Psychologist also provides education to and supervision of staff and other learners within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University, and specialized mental health teams, and participates in the development of an ongoing staff in-service program.

Schedule Work Hours

Monday to Friday; days (flexibility in working hours may be required)

Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology or Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)

• Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario

• Expertise in a cognitive behavioural therapy

• Extensive knowledge and current experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of complex anxiety and mood disorders in children and adolescents

• Advanced skills in the development and documentation of specific interventions, in conducting clinical trials and in evaluating service outcomes for children and adolescents with mixed emotional and behavioural problems

• Demonstrated strength in consultation, teaching, teamwork and in the supervision of advanced learners

• Demonstrated expertise in several treatment modalities (eg. family systems therapy, group therapy, individual therapy using several theoretical models)

• Strength in conducting and supervising psychological testing

• Eligible for part-time appointment with the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University

• Ability to successfully compete for grant monies to fund clinical trials

• Must be able to obtain a valid Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)

  At Hamilton Health Sciences, our Clinical Psychologists receive:

• Extended health care, drug plan & dental benefits

• Health services spending account

• Life Insurance & Disability Insurance

• Pension Plan tailored to the health care sector with early retirement options (HOOPP)

• Comprehensive Wellness Program

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Recognition & Appreciation Events

• Employee Discount and Incentive Program

• Support and advocacy by a Psychology Professional Practice Council (business and social events)

  
  Opportunity to work to the full scope of practice, which may include:

• Collaborative multi-disciplinary teams and community partners

• McMaster University part-time faculty appointment

• Research and program evaluation

• Discipline-specific community of practice around inclusion and anti-racism

• Renowned accredited residency programs

• Provide innovative and evidence-based care for a diverse population across the socio-economic spectrum, including both acute and chronic health needs

• Work arrangements supporting employee work life balance

• Extensive educational and training opportunities and supports (e.g., therapeutic modalities, anti-racist practice)

• Supportive work environment with regular supervision and feedback

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.