Temporary - Psychologist

Position Information Posting Number: Title: Psychologist (TFT 1.0 FTE)

Temporary Full-time

Contract End Date: 07/23/2027

Department: Operational Stress Injury Clinic

OPSEU Local 479

Site: Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres,The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education

The Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Clinic provides specialized mental health assessment and treatment to clients and their families referred by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), and the Department of National Defense (DND), who are experiencing work-related psychological stress and trauma-related disorders (e.g. The services of the OSI Clinic are provided by an interdisciplinary team consisting of psychologists, psychiatrists, nurse clinicians and social workers. As a member of an interdisciplinary team, the psychologist delivers mental health treatment services to clients.

Administer and interpret standardized psychological assessment instruments for diagnostic and progress monitoring purposes.

Liaise and consult with relevant community agencies and service providers.

Conduct academic activities including: supervision of pre-doctoral residents in psychology, practicum students, and non-registered psychology staff; supervise psychologists in supervised practice; teach medical interns and residents; and training and professional consultation for other health-related disciplines.

Participate in and conduct program development, program evaluation, and quality improvement activities, as approved by management.

Attend Psychology discipline meetings and participate in discipline activities, as approved by management.

Practice Measurement-Based Care (progress monitoring and outcome evaluation through CROMIS) to inform treatment decisions, enhance client outcomes and support quality improvement initiatives

Utilize tele mental health and other distance technologies in the provision of services in outlying communities.

Follow the leadership and mandate of the OSI Clinic and the Operational Stress Injuries National Network.

Demonstrate professional integrity through adherence to college and hospital guidelines for the practice of psychology, including; adherence to the Canadian Code of Ethics for psychologists, adherence to College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario guidelines for registration, professional practice, professional development, supervision, communications and documentation of client contacts, as well as adherence to The Royal’s policies on timely completion of documentation and workload measurement.

Design program evaluation and satisfaction surveys within clinic guidelines and in collaboration with the team.

Work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of The Royal.

Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Anti-Racism, Harassment and Discrimination Free Workplace Policy.

Doctorate from a CPA/APA Accredited Clinical Psychology Program.

Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario is mandatory. Authorized area of practice in Clinical Psychology mandatory. Authorized client population in Adults is mandatory.

CPA/APA accredited internship/residency (or equivalent) in clinical psychology.

Five years experience in clinical mental health.

Training in evidence-based therapies for PTSD, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders, required such as PE, CPT, EMDR, CBT, BA, MBSR.

Experience in a military or police services environment is an asset.

Experience with assessment of police, veterans and/or Canadian forces members with operational stress injuries including anxiety, mood, and substance use is an asset.

Sensitivity to the unique needs of military/police services personnel who are experiencing service related mental health problems.

Knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation principles and practices.

Commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement, Best Practices and Team Work.

Effective mentoring and clinical supervision skills to support both the academic role and the clinical practice of other team members.

Experience providing clinical services via OTN, or other virtual platforms.

Bilingual (French/English) is an asset. English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. French level A- in oral comprehension and expression considered an asset.

Salary Range: 61.50 to 79.75 per hour

All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.

The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group is committed to equity and inclusion in the workplace. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care and organizational strength. We encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Upon request, accommodations due to disability are available throughout the recruitment process.