Psychological Associate

Work setting

• Clinic
• Independent or private practice

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Diagnose any behaviour disorders
• Examine the behaviour
• Supervise graduate students, research assistants, para-professional staff and other psychologists
• Use standard psychological tests for assessment
• Provide therapy
• Counsel individuals and groups to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment
• Apply psychological theory and principles regarding behaviour and mental processes
• Maintain accurate records
• Plan intervention programs
• Administer standard psychological tests for assessment
• Interpret test results
• Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Mental health first aid Certificate
• Provincial or territorial Psychologist's Certificate of Registration
• Membership in a provincial or territorial psychological association
• Membership in the Canadian Psychological Association

Experience and specialization

Type of treatment experience

• Client-centered or humanistic/experiential therapy
• Cognitive therapy
• Crisis intervention counselling
• Psychotherapy
• Brief therapy
• Systematic/interactional therapy

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Eligible for professional liability insurance
• Basic security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Values and ethics

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits