Job Purpose

The Psychometrist provides comprehensive psychological assessment services for children and adolescents with existing diagnoses (e.g., Cerebral Palsy, Autism) who have developmental concerns. The Psychometrist will work in a client-family centred framework under supervision from a member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Within the framework of the Vision, Mandate, And Core Values of the organization, he/she supports the development of partnerships with clients, families and other health professionals to ensure optimal psychological services.

Hours and Location of Work

This is a temporary full time position expected to be one year in length. The incumbent will be required to work on-site four days per week (7.5. hours/day). Services are generally offered during traditional business hours, Monday through Friday at our main site at 150 Kilgour Road, Toronto ON.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical

• Conducts psychoeducational assessments, including test administration, scoring, norming of tests, and aspects of report-writing.
• Provides perceptive behavioural and/or test setting observations
• Obtains necessary background information to inform the assessment and to provide information to clients/families about the testing process.
• Documents as necessary according to professional standards and hospital policy with respect for the client’s right to confidentiality.
• Works with the interdisciplinary team to provide client and family-centred care which is goal directed, evidence based and outcome oriented.
• Remains up-to-date with new test measures or versions of tests as they become available.

Operational

• Supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment and advances a culture of client/patient safety through work and daily practices.
• Delivers care based on established policies and procedures
• Enters accurate workload statistics

Developmental

• Involved in psychology and inter-professional education.
• Participates on committees, in the development of program activities and Psychology practice as needed.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment for staff, clients and families.

Research

• Participates in research activities as applicable
• Utilizes research information to support evidence-based practice

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Psychology or equivalent graduate education with training in psychological assessment.
• Psychoeducational assessment, test scoring and report writing experience with individuals unique medical, neurological and developmental presentations preferred.
• Paediatric experience required.
• Demonstrates an ability to:
  • Implement effective behavioural strategies to maximize testing validity and empower children and adolescents in the testing environment.
  • Work effectively as a member of the interdisciplinary team, under the supervision of a Psychologist
  • Work independently, following directions of clinical supervisor
  • Relate well to professionals, children, adolescents and family members
  • Effectively and efficiently manage fluctuating clinical responsibilities and deadlines
  • Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Display effective interpersonal and collegial skills
  • Clearly document observations critical to clinical issues that extend beyond test scores