Reporting to the Manager of the Centre for Children, Youth and Families the Psychometrist performs a variety of duties involved in administering and scoring a battery of psycho-educational tests in accordance with clearly defined procedures, at the request of, and under the clinical direction of a psychologist. Testing will mostly be completed with children and youth but occasionally may include adults.
We especially welcome applicants with prior experience providing psychological or psychoeducational assessments. This role is particularly well-suited for internationally trained psychologists who are not currently licensed to practice in Canada but bring valuable assessment experience.

Benefits

• 15 days vacation in first year prorated to your start date and FTE
• 10 days Personal Time Off prorated to your start date and FTE after 3 months of employment
• Various Jewish Holy days off
• Health and Dental Benefits plan
• Hybrid work environment
• Employer RRSP after one year of employment
• Use of gym facilities
• Flexible employer

Qualifications/Experience

• Minimum one year of experience providing psychoeducational or psychological assessments (international experience welcomed).
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. Higher level of education is an asset.
• Coursework in psychometrics/psychological assessment or equivalent education in psychology, psychotherapy, social work, counselling, or a related mental health field.
• Experience and training in administering current testing instruments, such as WISC, WAIS, WIAT, CTOPP, Conner’s CPT, etc. (Additional training and mentoring will be provided if necessary.)
• Experience working with children, youth, and their families, Experience working with Seniors is an asset.
• Work well under the supervision of a registered psychologist. Ongoing clinical supervision and training will be provided.
• Be available to work during standard business hours, with one or two evenings a week, flexibility is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required as extensive assessment report writing. Proficiency in a second language is an asset, especially in French, but not required.
• Detail-oriented, accurate, independent and dependable.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to cope in stressful situations
• Ability to work independently and professionally, as well as in a team environment with strong problem-solving skills
• Must be detail-oriented, accurate, and dependable with strong organizational skills
• Legally eligible to work in Canada on an ongoing basis.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collecting the individual’s personal information and scheduling appointments if needed
• Administering and scoring using various testing instruments
• Observing and detailing behavioral observations to help the psychologist to complete the individual’s evaluation
• Customizing tests for clients to suit specific agency needs
• Make recommendations to clinical team
• Ensures quality client care that is consistent with best practices, agency standards, and evidence-based approaches.
• Maintains necessary documentation and records.
• Provide accurate and timely reports
• Participates in supervision, meetings, case conferences, workshops (including professional development opportunities)
• Performs related work as assigned.

Jewish Family Services of Ottawa supports equal opportunity employment. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Right Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting hradmin@jfsottawa.com. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable the applicant to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.