Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Assessments and Transition Support
- Administer cognitive tests (e.g., WPPSI, SAS)
- Conduct caregiver interview using tools such as Vineland
- Liaison work with caregivers or for caregivers, or other professionals for assessment and school application purposes
- Write assessment reports
- Transition support for clients / families
Facilitation
- Workshops for caregivers and staff e.g. positive behaviour support
Data Management
- To collate and submit required data in a timely manner e.g. submission of CODRF scores and Functional Age Estimates (FAE)
- Manage SPA database with other Psychologists or Psychologist Associates
Interventions
- Supervision and support of fellow Psychologists, Associate Psychologists and Masters interns as required
- Support teachers in classroom to engage clients and reduce behaviour with evidence-based behaviour intervention strategies
- Home visits / school visits / intervention with family, as required
- Implement of social skills groups in classrooms
- Participate in trans-disciplinary team meetings: contributing behavioural descriptions of the children from observations, and supporting with intervention strategies
Qualifications
- Minimum Master's degree in Educational or Clinical Psychology from a recognized institution
- Eligible for registration or Registered with the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS)
- Good understanding and/or previous experience working with young children with developmental needs and their families preferred
