Educational Psychologist

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment and evidence-based, age-appropriate intervention for students with SEN and/or mental health issues conditions

• Document and maintain proper clinical records in accordance with policies and procedures of the University Counselling Centre (UCC)

• Provide psychological critical incident management and support for distressed students with SEN and staff

• Work collaboratively with the internal and external stakeholders to mobilise care and support for the students with SEN

• Build internal capacity by conducting training for staff on a range of SEN and evidence-based intervention strategies

• Evaluate and/or develop service provisions for students and provide clinical updates/feedback to the University Counselling Centre

• Provide strategic support to Head, UCC and submit statistical data and/or related reports as and when required

• Perform additional duties as required by the nature of the position or the University Wellbeing Office

Requirements

• Graduate qualification in Educational Psychology with experience in educational psychometric testing and working with comorbid mental health issues/condition

• Full membership of a relevant professional body and knowledge of and adherence to professional standards and code of ethics and other relevant regulations

• 4-6 years of professional experience in educational testing with youth is desirable

• 3-5 years of experience working with youths with comorbid SEN and mental health issues/conditions is advantageous

• Training and experience in psychological critical incident management is preferred

• Experience working with young adults in a multi-disciplinary team is advantageous

• Professional empathy and good interpersonal, communication and report writing skills

• A good team player as well as being able to work independently

• Aptitude in problem-solving and initiative

• Proficient in IT skills

Hiring Institution: NTU

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