Job Code: 20138 Status : Full Time

Location : Providence Care Hospital

Union : OPSEU 4104 Paramedical

Wage : $61.51 - $79.74

Posting Period : October 23, 2025 - October 29, 2025

The Psychologist will work collaboratively with the interprofessional team members and community partners to provide psychological services to individuals with mental illness who have come into conflict with the law, in order to reduce the impact of their illness and to enhance quality of life. The Psychologist will engage in evidence-based assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and consultation. The Psychologist may be involved in research and program evaluation and training of psychology graduate students and those in medicine/psychiatry. To this end, the Psychologist may pursue adjunct academic appointments with Queen’s University Department of Psychiatry (Forensic Division) and Department of Psychology (as a Clinical Supervisor). The Psychologist will carry out their work in accordance with Providence Care policies, Mission, Vision and Values, and the regulations and standards of the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. The Psychologist will also have the opportunity to participate in the Psychology Community of Practice, which serves as a forum for professional consultation, peer support, professional development, and discussion of issues relevant to the practice of psychology.

Education And Experience

• Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) and/or the American Psychological Association (APA) accredited university program
• CPA and/or APA accredited residency, preferred
• Registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario as a member in good standing for practice with Adults in the area of Clinical Psychology and Forensic/Correctional Psychology
• Registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts for supervised practice may be considered
• Minimum two years of experience in providing psychological services to adults with serious mental illness, preferred

Positions Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides specialized consultation and assessment services (including clinical diagnosis) by using interview techniques and a wide range of standardized methods of observation, measurement and analysis
• Provides psychological treatment and individual rehabilitation programs by informing clients of the nature and scope of the services available, and offering them choice in their treatment
• Provides psychological treatments to ameliorate the symptoms of psychiatric illness, and to help clients achieve more effective personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment
• Provides research and program evaluation services by developing and implementing protocols of scientific research, program evaluation and outcome studies related to the etiology, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of psychiatric and behavioural disorders
• Supervises the work of non-registered psychological personnel assigned to the service
• Works to enhance community linkages and continuity of care by liaising with community partners to optimize client support and continuity of care, and to identify community and regional development needs
• Facilitates the re-entry and re-integration of persons with severe and persistent mental illness into the community through partnership with community health care providers
• Contributes to service planning and development and to the general operation of the clinical program and hospital by attending program clinical and staff meetings, and serving on committees and working groups as required to plan, evaluate and enhance services

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
• A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with excellent full-time benefits
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State of the Art Building with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails