Psychologist - Islandwide, SG

Roles & Responsibilities

Employer : Grace Orchard School

The Psychologist, under the supervision of the Head of Department (Allied Professionals), is a member of the school’s AP Department. He / She provides psychological services within an inter-disciplinary setting, applying an array of psychometric assessments and intervention for clients with Mild Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. He / She works collaboratively with fellow allied professionals, teaching staff, and parents / caregivers to facilitate learning and development of the students by promoting and supporting their cognitive, social, emotional and behavioural needs. He / She will conduct and participate in case conferences / consultations, and home visits, as well as provide relevant support services to benefit students and their families. The standard of professional practice will be ethical and delivered with due consideration to the relevant legislation and procedures.

Job Description :

Psychological assessments

• Conduct psychological assessments and other standardized tests for students when required.
• Conduct Placement Assessment Screening (PAS) and co-ordinate with AP staff to support placement and transition for new admission.
• Develop a clinical or professional formulation for routine cases and common psychological problems.
• Incorporate theoretical knowledge and evidence-based approaches to determine appropriate psychological formulations.

Interventions

Collaborative practices

Professional practices

Training / supervision

Administrative / school duties

Requirements :

Tell employers what skills you have

Psychology

Teaching

Ability To Work Independently

Legislation

Psychological Assessment

Treatment

Inventory

Formulation

work independently

Crisis Intervention

Clinical Psychology

Interventions

Advocate

Mental Health

Prevention

Screening