Psychology Positions
(Psychologist, Psychological Associate, Psycho-educational Consultant)
Special Education and Student Services Department
Non Affiliated
*If you are a current OCSB employee, you must use your OCSB ATE account to apply to this vacancy.*
The OCSB is currently seeking Psychology Positions . The possible work addresses for this position can be found in our .
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Reporting to the Psychology Lead of the Special Education and Student Services department, the Psychology staff member provides consultative and direct psychological services to meet the needs of students, families and schools at both the elementary and secondary panels. Demonstrating a strong commitment to a tiered model of evidence-based practices, the Psychology staff member promotes understanding of both exceptional and non-exceptional students. They act as a resource to school staff, supporting program accommodations, modifications, alternative programming and the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Additionally, they assist in determining eligibility for exceptionality designations and specialized class placements. The Psychology staff member works collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team environment, including collaborating with community agencies to ensure comprehensive support. Where appropriate, autonomously licensed Psychologists provide supervision to unlicensed Psychology staff and Psychology residents in training and work in a manner which meets all ethical, professional and legislative requirements of the profession.
We are excited to invite applications for permanent and temporary full-time and part-time Psychology positions within our organization . Positions are anticipated to start August 24, 2026 , Below is a list of positions for consideration.
Psychologist Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in Psychology
Certificate of Registration Authorizing Autonomous Practice as a Psychologist in Ontario or eligible for registration as a Psychologist with the College of Psychologists of Ontario
The ideal candidate will have “school psychology” as a declared area of competency with the College of Psychologists of Ontario or eligible to declare school psychology as a declared area of competency
Salary:
Psychological Associate** / Psycho-Educational Consultant Qualifications:
Minimum Master’s degree in Psychology
Experience administering, scoring, and interpreting psychological assessments with children and youth. Conducting psychoeducational assessments, report writing, and sharing of results.
**The ideal candidate will have “school psychology” as a declared area of competency with the College of Psychologists of Ontario or eligible to declare school psychology as a declared area of competency. Documentation of eligibility for registration as a Psychological Associate with the College of Psychologists of Ontario would be required.
Salary:
All positions require:
Training or coursework in child and adolescent development
Experience working with children and/or adolescents
Training or coursework with psychological and psychoeducational testing instruments
Experience conducting psychological and diagnostic assessments for children and youth
Training or coursework in therapeutic interventions for children and/or adolescents
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal abilities and capacity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
A valid driver’s license and a vehicle
The following would be considered an asset:
Counselling or clinical psychology as a second declared area of competency with the College of Psychologists of Ontario
Experience with screening measures for literacy and math screening tools (DIBELS, Acadience etc.)
Certification in Violent Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA)
Training and Experience in clinical interventions such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) etc.
Proficiency in clinical supervision skills
Previous school board experience
How to Apply: Applicants are required to apply through the ApplytoEducation (ATE) platform and ensure a cover letter and resume are included in the ATE profile. Interested applicants must submit their application by no later than 5:00 pm on July 24, 2026. If you do not currently have an ATE account, you will be prompted to create a free account and upload your resume and cover letter. You will not be required to submit a pastoral reference. Interviews are anticipated to take place the week of July 27, 2026. You will be notified via email should you be selected for an interview. Applicants are encouraged to check their spam/junk mail for Board correspondence.
Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to check spam and junk mail boxes often for Board correspondence.
Reference Policy: We value your privacy. References will only be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process.
If you are not currently an OCSB employee, you will be required to provide an appropriate, original Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check dated within the last six months before you can commence employment.
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