About this role
Education: Master's degree. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Business and/or industry. Urban area. Clinic. Work in employer's/client's home. Community service organization. Various locations. Family therapy centres. Social service or charity agency. School or educational institution/establishment. Tasks: Consult with other health care professionals to evaluate treatment plans . Diagnose any behaviour disorders. Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling and the patient's outcomes. Examine the behaviour. Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems. Interview patients . Record observations. Review reports from health care professionals to determine patients' current and potential functioning levels. Supervise graduate students, research assistants, para-professional staff and other psychologists. Supervise other counsellors, social service staff and assistants. Use standard psychological tests for assessment. Write progress reports . Prepare a treatment plan for each patient. Provide therapy. Counsel individuals and groups to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment. Implement treatment plans. Perform administrative tasks. Analyze the patient during the treatments. Apply psychological theory and principles regarding behaviour and mental processes. Develop and implement counselling and intervention programs to assist clients in determining goals and means of attaining them. Counsel clients, provide therapy and mediation services, and facilitate group sessions. Maintain accurate records. Plan intervention programs. Initiate, design and implement specialized therapy programs. Follow up results of counselling programs and clients' adjustment. Provide consultation services to government and other organizations. Administer standard psychological tests for assessment. Conduct vocational testing and psychometric assessment. Interpret test results. Prepare assessment, progress, follow-up and court reports. Identify additional/alternative services and provide referrals. Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals. Provide expert witness testimony in court proceedings. Provide public education and consultation to other professionals or groups regarding counselling services, issues and methods. Administer first aid in emergency situations. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Certificate. Accreditation or registration with the appropriate national, provincial or territorial professional association. First Aid Certificate. CPR Certificate. Computer and technology knowledge: Electronic medical records. MS Excel. MS Outlook. MS PowerPoint. MS Windows. MS Word. MS Office. Type of treatment experience: Behaviour modification or behavioural therapy. Client-centered or humanistic/experiential therapy. Group dynamics. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Large caseload. Attention to detail. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Large workload. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Manual dexterity. Repetitive tasks. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Judgement. Values and ethics. Flexibility. Interpersonal awareness. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Experience: Experience an asset. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision c