Psychologist - Bariatric & Chronic Pain Management Programs

Position Details

Posting #: 27805
Department: Chronic Pain Management Program Clinic
Employee Type: Regular, Full Time
If Temporary, Number of Weeks:
Union: OPSEU
Openings Remaining: 1

Schedule

Work Days: Monday to Friday
Time of Day: Days
Shift: 7.5 hour
Shift Start: Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: King Campus (Stoney Creek East Hamilton), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)

Application Dates

Opening Date: 18/04/24
Closing Date: 25/04/24 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY This position is shared jointly by the Bariatric Program and Chronic Pain Management Program. The psychologist plans, conducts and supervises psychological services including evidence-based assessment, treatment, and consultation, in line with the mission and values of St. Joseph's Healthcare. The psychologist plans, coordinates and provides related research and program evaluation activities. Specific roles and tasks will be shaped by program needs and client population. The psychologist takes a leadership role in education, clinical training and other academic activities within the program. The psychologist practices within the scope of declared competencies registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Given that St. Joseph's Healthcare is affiliated with McMaster University, the psychologist is expected to engage in appropriate teaching and research activities and hold a faculty appointment within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from a CPA accredited graduate program (or equivalent)

• Registered, or eligible for registration, through the College of Psychologists of Ontario with identified competencies in:

o Rehabilitation psychology or health psychology, and o Clinical psychology

• Pain Services related experience preferred, including:

o Demonstrated competency and experience with an appropriate range of pain-specific psychological tests, measures and assessment techniques o Demonstrated competency and experience in evidence based psychological interventions for pain conditions (both group and individual) o Demonstrated competency and experience in psychological consultation with medical/surgical patients

• Bariatric Services related experience preferred, including:

o Pre-surgical psychological screening o Demonstrated competency and experience in evidence based psychological interventions for obesity / weight-management (both group and individual) o Demonstrated competency and experience in psychological consultation with medical/surgical patients

• Minimum of one-year post-doctoral clinical experience in chronic pain management and/or behavioural medicine preferred

• Demonstrated compliance with the ethical and professional practice standards of the profession

• Demonstrated skills and experience in treatment, assessment, and research in relevant areas of practice

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team, to collaborate with community resources and services, and to advocate for the needs of clients

• Knowledge and proficiency in clinical research design and analysis

• Skills and experience in clinical teaching, education, and research consistent with the requirements for faculty appointment to the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences, McMaster University

• Eligibility for a faculty appointment in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences, McMaster University

• Continuing academic productivity consistent with the requirements for future appointment to the rank of Associate Professor or Professor

• Demonstrated interpersonal and supervisor skills required for the supervision of learners, interns, residents, psychometrists, staff from other healthcare disciplines, and psychologists and/or psychological associates registered for supervised practice by the College of Psychologists of Ontario

• Advanced oral and written communication skills required for assessment reports, scholarly presentations, and scholarly publications

• An established track record of academic productivity (eg. peer reviewed funding, peer reviewed publications, presentations at professional meetings)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, conducts, monitors, and documents evidence-based psychological treatments with individuals suffering from chronic pain, obesity and related disorders, and comorbid psychiatric disorders or other conditions, using individual or group modalities, with specialized treatments required within certain program service areas. Uses evidence-based measures to assess outcome

• Plans, administers, and documents evidence-based psychological assessments for patients at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, using an appropriate range of psychological tests, measures, and assessment methods. Specialized assessment skills may be required within certain program service areas

• Maintains a faculty appointment in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences at McMaster University

• Establishes and maintains an independent program of academic productivity including regular publication in peer-reviewed journals, presentations at national and international meetings, and obtaining peer-reviewed research funding

• Supervises and trains learners (e.g., psychology practicum students, interns, and residents, psychiatry residents, post-doctoral fellows, candidates registered for supervised practice with the College of Psychologists of Ontario, etc.) to provide assessment and treatment services

• Supervises, consults with, and trains professional staff (e.g., psychologists, psychological associates, psychometrists, members of other healthcare disciplines) in areas related to evidence-based assessment and treatment, research design, and methodology, as required

• Provides opportunities for students and trainees to become involved in research and other academic activities

• Provides didactic teaching (e.g., seminars, presentations, rounds) for learners onboarded at St. Joseph’s Healthcare, or in the Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University

• Participates in the administration of the Clinical Psychology Residency Program at St. Joseph's Healthcare

• Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings to assist in the assessment, treatment planning, and evaluation of outcomes for patients

• Participates in quality-improvement initiatives and provides quantitative and qualitative data to program leadership

• Is active in promoting the profession of psychology, as reflected by involvement in provincial, national, and international associations, editorial boards of professional journals, etc.

• Engages in professional development and continuing education

• Maintains confidentiality and release of information in accordance with hospital policy at all times

• Participates in clinic-related working groups and projects as required

PLEASE NOTE Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.