Neuropsychologist, Part Time, SMH Geriatric Home Care
- Kingston, ON
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Doctoral level degree in Clinical Psychology from a Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) and/or American Psychological Association (APA) accredited university program
- Registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario with Clinical Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology identified in the Declaration of Competence
- Registered to practice with both Adults and Seniors
- Registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (Neuropsychology and Older Adult) for supervised practice
- 1 year of recent and relevant experience with older adults living with complex cognitive and mental health disorders and behavioural sequelae in both a clinic setting as well as in the community
- CPA and/or APA accredited residency preferred
- Provides patient and family-centered care
- Screens and prioritizes referrals
- Selects, administers/oversees and interprets psychological and neuropsychological standardized testing with clients living with a wide variety of psychological, neurological, and other medical conditions
- Contributes in making or supporting differential diagnoses of various cognitive impairments and/or dementia
- Documents assessment findings, formulates a comprehensive report to support differential diagnoses; provides recommendations around referral questions and treatment
- Plans, implements, monitors, and evaluates neuropsychological services
- Provides evidence based psychotherapy treatment for older adults experiencing late onset mental health concerns in an individual or group setting
- Completes electronic clinical documentation in accordance with organizational policies/procedures and the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario’s Standards of Practice
- Prepares written or verbal reports and updates for team meetings in a timely manner
- Contributes to interprofessional care plans with respect to client needs and treatment recommendations
- Providence Care offers a wide range of community services across Southeastern Ontario
- Community services striving for excellence in care, education and research
- Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
- Competitive salaries, benefits and pension
- Corporate and service specific orientation for new hires
- Focus on Healthy Workplace and Culture of Quality
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
- Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
- Locations in Kingston, Belleville, Brockville, Kingston, Napanee and Sharbot Lake