About YOU

Youre a passionate Psychologist who thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment. Youre excited to work alongside a dynamic inter-professional team to uncover both the strengths and challengessocial, emotional, cognitive, and moreimpacting clients and their families. You bring your skills in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to support real, lasting change. Beyond clinical work, youre eager to mentor and contribute to the growth of staff and students through supervision and training. Reporting to experienced leadership, youre ready to grow your practice, make an impact, and be part of a team thats transforming care with heart and expertise. You will be considered if you are aPsychologist in Supervised Practice.

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About ROCK

ROCK (Reach Out Centre for Kids) is recognized as the number one non-profit employer of choice, leading the way in providing mental health services to children, youth, and families in the Halton region. We are an accredited organization with exemplary standings from Accreditation Canada, reflecting our commitment to high-quality care. Our dynamic and collaborative team is dedicated to achieving our mission and vision, fostering a positive and inclusive environment that mirrors the diversity of the community we serve. At ROCK, we offer various professional development opportunities, company events, and a supportive culture that encourages innovation and growth. ROCK is site certified in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) a developmentally sensitive, neurobiology-informed approach to clinical problem solving. Our hybrid work model provides flexibility, combining on-site and virtual environments, to best meet the needs of our staff and clients. Join us in making a meaningful impact in mental health care.

The ROLE

Please note that this is a Contract position for 1 year.

As a Psychologist, you will conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnoses, delivering clear, meaningful feedback to clients, families, schools, and partner agencies. You will provide therapeutic services to children and families through individual, group, and family modalities, using evidence-based approaches tailored to each clients unique needs. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute psychological insights to case discussions and help develop integrated, collaborative treatment plans that support client and family functioning.

You will act as a key liaison with community professionals and programs to ensure coordinated, holistic care. Youll also play an active role in case coordination, uphold high standards of psychological practice, and support interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition to direct service, youll supervise and mentor psychometrists, psychology candidates in supervised practice, and graduate students, contributing to professional development across the team.

Your role will include leading or co-facilitating workshops, offering consultation and educational support to external agencies, and contributing to program evaluation activities in collaboration with the Program Evaluation & Research Coordinator. A commitment to client safety, respect, and client-centered service planningaligned with the organizations valuesis essential to your success in this role.

Who were looking for:

We are looking for a qualified, empathetic individual who possesses the following qualifications and skills:

Education:

Ph.D., or Psy.D., from a recognized university.

Active registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario

Experience:

Three to five years of prior experience in psychological assessment and clinical treatment of children.

Additional Requirements:

Access to reliable transportation in alignment with program needs.

Proficient in the use of technology as required of the position, including working in a virtual environment with MAC OS operating systems experience preferred.

The ability to work evenings as required.

Current (within three months) Criminal Reference check with Vulnerable Sector Search and after every three (3) months.

The ability to speak any second language is highly valued.

What will help you succeed:

To excel in this role, you will need to demonstrate:

Strong ability to build and maintain positive working relationships within a collaborative team environment.

Skill in formulating diagnostic impressions and applying effective, evidence-based intervention strategies.

Commitment to staying current with scientific and professional developments, and applying that knowledge to practice.

Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills.

Proven ability to build rapport with clients and families, providing compassionate, family-focused care.

Effective organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills to manage a dynamic caseload.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and join a passionate, driven team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!

Our rewards ROCK, join our team and ENJOY:
Flexibility: Plan your schedule to balance with your personal life.

100% employer paid premiums for extended health and dental benefits. (Contract >1 year)
Recharge: Paid time off, Vacation time, and 2 additional ROCK holidays.
Learning: Access to professional development assistance to help you grow.
Wellness: Health Care Spending Account and discounted GoodLife memberships.

Be part of a team that makes a difference. Apply today and help us shape the future of mental health care for children, youth, and families!

ROCK is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workforce reflecting the community we serve and promoting diversity at all levels in a dynamic and inclusive environment. We provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and ROCKs Accommodation Policy.

If you are invited to participate in the interview process and require accommodation for the interview, we ask that you provide your accommodation request as soon as reasonably practicable. Please be advised that you may be requested to provide verifiable supporting information, such as medical or other documentation depending upon the type of Code-protected accommodation, to Human Resources to ensure that appropriate accommodation is provided to you throughout the hiring process. ROCK treats all accommodation requests confidentially.

Please note that ROCK positions are currently working in an on-site and virtual hybrid model. Positions are located in theHaltonRegion and travel between sites may be required