Psychometrist

Job type

Contract associate with future potential opportunities for full-time employment.

Salary

Compensation will be dependent on experience and professional designation

About us

Northern Elm Assessment and Treatment is a small and growing mental health clinic in Newmarket. We are a supportive environment with the mission of providing safe, inclusive and strength-based services to folks across Ontario.

Our work environment includes:

• Relaxed and welcoming atmosphere
• Growth opportunities
• Safe, supportive and inclusive work environment
• Flexible work hours
• Clinical supervision from a registered member of The College of Psychologists of Ontario
• Group supervision opportunities to continue clinical growth and learning
• Administrative support
• PHIPA-compliant technologies enabling easy record keeping, bookings, and secure video platform for online sessions

Role overview

We are seeking psychometrists who are passionate about supporting folks through their mental health journey, with an emphasis on supporting neurodivergent individuals.

A day in the life

• Provide a combination of ADHD/ASD/Mental Health and psychoeducational assessment services to children, adolescents, and adults.
• Engage in conducting parts of clinical interviews, test administration, scoring, file review, and report writing.
• Follow-up and track pending questionnaires and relevant client documents (such as report cards and past psychological reports).
• Collaborate with the administrative team to ensure ease of access to services for clients.
• Complete relevant clinical notes and reports within a timely manner, adhering to CPBAO standards.
• Participate in clinical consultations and supervision.
• Work under the supervision of a registered member of The College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO).
• Work both individually and collaboratively within the clinical team.
• Adhere to PHIPA guidelines, relevant legislation, and maintain client confidentiality.

Qualifications/Experience

• Master’s degree in a relevant field such as psychology or psychotherapy.
• At least 2 years' experience (post-masters degree) related to:
• 1. Administering and scoring psychometric tests and questionnaires.
• 2. Interpreting standardized testing results, report writing, and identifying relevant recommendations to support clients.
• ** Experience administering Psychoeducational Assessments is required
• Excellent writing, organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with neurodivergent folks, such as those with ASD, ADHD, and Learning Disabilities is an asset.
• The ability to work in a team environment and contribute to the overall success of the clinic.
• Prior experience administering the ADOS-2 is an asset.
• Knowledge of the Jane App is an asset.

Northern Elm Assessment and Treatment is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating a barrier-free and inclusive work environment. We firmly believe that we all have a unique set of skills, experiences, backgrounds and perspectives that shape us and allow us the space to positively connect and benefit from one another.

Pay: From $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Work from home

Application question(s):

• Where in Ontario do you reside?
• Do you have experience with ASD assessments? If so, please briefly summarize.

(Skipping this question will result in application disqualification)

• Please briefly describe your psychometric/psychoeducational assessment experience. Please include measures your are proficient in and populations/clinical presentations you have worked with.

(Skipping this question will result in application disqualification)

Education:

• Master's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Psychoeducational Assessment (post-masters degree): 2 years (preferred)
• Psychometric Assessment (post-masters degree/internship): 2 years (required)

Location:

• Newmarket, ON (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newmarket, ON