Associate Psychologist (Full Time/Locum)

Job Responsibilities

• Initial Assessment: Coordnate and conduct admission/initial screenings for clients, including administering standardized tests and behavioural assessments.
• Program Planning and Implementation: Plan and implement evidence-based behavioural intervention programs under the supervision of psychologists and supervisors.
• Behavioural Interventions: Deliver individualized and group behavioural interventions in various settings (e.g., classrooms, therapy rooms) to address emotional, social, and behavioural needs.
• Social Skills Groups: Implement social skills programs collaboratively with psychologists to enhance clients’ social and communication abilities.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with professional staff, families, and other stakeholders to develop and implement evidence-based strategies and interventions.
• Parent Communication: Provide parents with session updates and progress feedback through text, photos, or videos.
• Case Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate case notes independently after each session.
• Consultation: Offer guidance to families, professional staff, and other stakeholders to improve client outcomes and foster development.
• Team Meetings: Participate in trans-disciplinary team meetings, contributing behavioural insights based on observations and interventions.
• Supervision Preparation: Attend and prepare for scheduled supervision sessions with appointed supervisors to ensure quality practice and professional development.
• Observation and Analysis: Conduct behavioural observations and contribute to intervention planning through data collection and analysis.
• On-Site Intervention: Travel to clients’ schools or other settings to provide behavioural support and interventions as required.

Qualifications:

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology from a recognized institution, with foundational skills in clinical assessment, counselling, and therapeutic interventions, preferably with children.
• Supervision RequirementL APs must conduct sessions under 180 hours of structured clinical supervision by a licensed or SRP-registered psychologist to ensure quality and ethical practice.
• Behavioural Intervention Focus: Candidates with experience in implementing behavioural intervention programs are preferred.
• Experience: At least 3 years of relevant experience working with children, particularly in behavioural intervention or early childhood settings, is advantageous.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel for interventions at clients’ schools or other locations as necessary.
• Team Collaboration: Strong ability to work within a team, demonstrating effective collaboration with professionals and stakeholders.
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients, families, and other professionals.
• Commitment to Professional Growth: Engagement in continuing education and training in behavioural intervention techniques is encouraged.

Job Responsibilities

• Initial Assessment: Coordnate and conduct admission/initial screenings for clients, including administering standardized tests and behavioural assessments.
• Program Planning and Implementation: Plan and implement evidence-based behavioural intervention programs under the supervision of psychologists and supervisors.
• Behavioural Interventions: Deliver individualized and group behavioural interventions in various settings (e.g., classrooms, therapy rooms) to address emotional, social, and behavioural needs.
• Social Skills Groups: Implement social skills programs collaboratively with psychologists to enhance clients’ social and communication abilities.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with professional staff, families, and other stakeholders to develop and implement evidence-based strategies and interventions.
• Parent Communication: Provide parents with session updates and progress feedback through text, photos, or videos.
• Case Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate case notes independently after each session.
• Consultation: Offer guidance to families, professional staff, and other stakeholders to improve client outcomes and foster development.
• Team Meetings: Participate in trans-disciplinary team meetings, contributing behavioural insights based on observations and interventions.
• Supervision Preparation: Attend and prepare for scheduled supervision sessions with appointed supervisors to ensure quality practice and professional development.
• Observation and Analysis: Conduct behavioural observations and contribute to intervention planning through data collection and analysis.
• On-Site Intervention: Travel to clients’ schools or other settings to provide behavioural support and interventions as required.

Qualifications:

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology from a recognized institution, with foundational skills in clinical assessment, counselling, and therapeutic interventions, preferably with children.
• Supervision RequirementL APs must conduct sessions under 180 hours of structured clinical supervision by a licensed or SRP-registered psychologist to ensure quality and ethical practice.
• Behavioural Intervention Focus: Candidates with experience in implementing behavioural intervention programs are preferred.
• Experience: At least 3 years of relevant experience working with children, particularly in behavioural intervention or early childhood settings, is advantageous.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel for interventions at clients’ schools or other locations as necessary.
• Team Collaboration: Strong ability to work within a team, demonstrating effective collaboration with professionals and stakeholders.
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients, families, and other professionals.
• Commitment to Professional Growth: Engagement in continuing education and training in behavioural intervention techniques is encouraged.