Psychologist, Mental Health, Eating Disorders Program
A Psychologist is required for the CHEO Eating Disorders Program. The Psychologist will be part of an interdisciplinary team offering services to children and youth who have severe eating disorders. The Eating Disorders program includes an inpatient unit, a new partial hospitalization program, a day treatment program, and outpatient services.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Provides psychodiagnostic and psychological assessments
Provides therapeutic interventions to individuals, families and groups using empirically-supported modalities, including Family Based Therapy (FBT) and Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT)
Provides consultation/liaison with the multidisciplinary pediatric health-care environment and community professionals
Participates in interdisciplinary team rounds and case planning
Participates in and supports program outcome monitoring and clinical research activities
Engages in training and education of Psychology residents and practicum students within the discipline of Psychology
Maintains current knowledge in evidence-based practices through literature reviews, consulting with clinical and community experts in the field, evaluating clinical practices and participating in professional development activities in order to improve quality of care
Performs administrative tasks such as maintaining clinical documentation, reports and progress notes, workload statistics and updating health records in accordance with established standards
Participates in committees within the discipline of Psychology
Carries other responsibilities as assigned
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