Psychologist - Melfort

Permanent Psychologist - Melfort

Applications will be accepted for a Permanent Full-Time Psychologist (7.5 hours/day - 10 months) at our Student Support Services office located in Melfort with duties to commence at the beginning of the 2025 - 2026 school year, August 27 or as soon as mutually agreed upon.

Final date to receive applications - Until a suitable candidate pool can be established.

Purpose of Position

The Psychologist is a specialist in providing diagnostic and programming services for children with exceptional learning, emotional and behavioural needs.

• Participate as an active member of the Student Support Services team in carrying out the NESD vision and mission
• Respond to student needs as outlined in the NESD Response to Instruction (RtI) service delivery model
• Provide informal consultation when appropriate to classroom teachers during Cycle 1 in the RtI process
• Identify and assess the learning and development characteristics and needs of students, as well as the environmental factors that affect learning and achievement.
• Determine the assessment procedure which will provide the appropriate diagnosis of exceptional needs.
• Use assessment data about the student and his/her environment in developing appropriate interventions and programs in a timely manner.
• Communicate with parents, administrators, Diversity Education Teachers and teachers in post-assessment conferences regarding assessments and recommendations for programming
• Report assessment findings in a written format which includes the reason for referral, background information, instruments used, interpretation of results, summary, and recommendations. The results are to be interpreted in a narrative format using language that can be understood by parents and teachers.
• Provide referrals and recommendations to outside agencies and Student Support Services team as needed
• Provide workshops and in-service in areas of expertise to teachers and educational associates when requested.
• Provide strategies and recommendations for home and/or school programming
• Consult with required personnel and/or parents to provide appropriate follow up for students
• Participate in IIP and school based team meetings as required
• Submit reports to the Coordinator of Learning responsible for Student Support Services as required
• Comply with ethical standards of professional practice in the delivery of educational psychology services, observing relevant laws and policies that govern practice
• Maintain professional competency through on-going professional development
• Be knowledgeable and supportive of applicable Division Operational Policies & procedures
• Be willing to engage in life‑long learning with respect to training and professional development
• Conduct oneself in a manner appropriate to a professional learning environment
• Deal tactfully with staff, students, parents and the public
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Learning responsible for Student Support Services

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands and effectively manage time
• Ability to work as a team player
• Ability to establish a strong rapport with students, families and school personnel
• Ability to manage high stress situations
• Communication skills that includes content development skills, strong presentation, oratory and verbal skills
• Ability to write reports requiring meaningful interpretations of data, accuracy, readability and editorial correctness
• Ability to meaningfully interpret and respond to data
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Ability to handle physically/emotionally demanding children
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A positive attitude and work ethic
• Effective organizational and record keeping skills

• Masters degree in Psychology or Educational Psychology from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Registered and a member in good standing with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists
• One (1) year experience as a Registered Psychologist or Educational Psychologist
• Experience working in the education sector within a collaborative-consultative model would be an asset
• Proficiency in the operation of computers, word processing applications and additional software comparable to those currently used in the school division.
• Possess a current and valid Driver’s License

Postings current as of 2/20/2026 4:43:18 PM CST.