Psychology Technician - Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services

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Req ID: 229268
Location: Central Zone, Abbie J. Lane Memorial Building - QEII
Department: OPCZ Senior's Portable Clin Psychology
Type of Employment: Casual Hourly PT long-assignment (80%) x 1
Union: NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 19-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Psychologist, the Psychology Technician provides psychological testing, scoring and reporting of results to the Psychologist. The primary responsibilities of the Psychology Technician are focused on optimizing the provision of neuropsychological services within the Seniors Health program. Neuropsychological testing involves the assessment of cognitive functioning including judgement, memory, attention, language, visual perception, general intelligence (IQ), motor speed, spatial perception, abstract reasoning and emotional/behavioral issues using standardized paper and pencil or computerized tests. Other clinical, educational and patient research duties may be assigned depending on service needs at the discretion of the supervising Psychologist.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Neurosciences, or related fields acceptable to the discipline (e.g., Health Sciences)
• Strong interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail will be required
• A minimum of one year of related experience required, including administering and scoring neuropsychological tests
• Experience working with clients/patients with diverse backgrounds and presentations preferred
• Training and/or experience in the administration and scoring of psychological tests preferred
• Experience working with geriatric populations and with persons with dementia or other neurologic disorders preferred
• Experience working or volunteering in a clinical or research setting in a psychology related area preferred
• Experience working with database, word-processing, and statistical programs (e.g. SPSS) are an asset
• Travel to other sites may be required
• Competencies in other languages is an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment part-time position; 60 hours biweekly
• Approximately 24 months

Compensation and Benefits

$36.13 - $44.30 hourly

$45.85 with 25 years' service with the employer

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.