24PSSP45 - Psychologist/Psychological Consultant

CAREER OPPORTUNITY: PSYCHOLOGIST/PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTANT

ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 65 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Six Nations of the Grand River, and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

The UGDSB is committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team for a temporary full-time opportunity in the capacity of Psychologist/Psychological Consultant. This is a 10-month position (yearly from Sept. – June following the school year calendar) to commence January 6, 2025 with an anticipated end date of June 27, 2025.

The Psychologist/Psychological Consultant will be reporting to the Manager of Psychological Services and Behaviour Analysts.

Location: 0.8 FTE Guelph area schools, 0.2 FTE Youth Options

Hours/FTE: 1.0 FTE (35 hours per week)

Salary Range: Standard Grid - Psychologists or Psychological Associates: Base salary: $76,784 - $97,012 (based on a 1.0 FTE full-time annual salary, wage rate effective September 1, 2024), plus applicable vacation pay, in accordance with the Employment Standards Act.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychological assessments for elementary and secondary students, urgent need response, crisis response, violence threat response to schools, behavioural and mental health consultation, programming, community liaison and school team participation.
• The successful applicant will work collaboratively with children, the school team, families, special education support services and community agencies.

Experience and Qualifications

• Registered Psychologist or Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario in clinical/educational psychology will be given preference, although candidates who are able and qualified to work under supervised practice will be considered.
• A thorough knowledge of assessment, diagnosis and intervention planning for learning disabilities, developmental disorders, behavioural problems, and relevant children’s mental health issues is vital.
• Experience working for a school board or in children’s mental health is a definite asset.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Candidates are invited to email their cover letter and resume in PDF format to pssp.jobs@ugdsb.on.ca, specifying ‘Job Code 24PSSP46’ in the subject line, no later than 4:00 p.m. on January 2, 2024. While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the UGDSB, we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to the commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment.

INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING

Employment Equity

The UGDSB is committed to disrupting systemic racism and oppression in all of its forms. We are committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of and adds value to the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity.

At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting, creating complex and unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential.

Accommodation & Accessibility

We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities, and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process, please contact wellness@ugdsb.on.ca.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Pay: $87,534.00-$122,051.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-01-02
Expected start date: 2025-01-06