Autism Therapist

Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey where you can truly make a difference in the lives of individuals with autism? Eden School, a special education institution dedicated to serving individuals with autism, is thrilled to announce exciting opportunities for passionate and compassionate Autism Therapists to join our exceptional team.

As an Autism Therapist at Eden School, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of our students through comprehensive assessment, dedicated support, and innovative training. This is not just a job – it's an incredible chance to contribute to the development and growth of individuals with autism in Singapore, while experiencing personal and professional fulfilment.

Key Responsibilities:

Assessment

Conduct functional behaviour analysis and develop Individual Behaviour Plans (IBPs)

Conduct screening assessments related to school admission, vocational and other Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) related assessments

Conduct/purchase standardized assessments, develop and finetune screening and informal assessments for school services such as Mental Capacity Assessment (MCA), Placement Screening Exercise (PSE) and any other standardized assessments that can only be administered by a registered educational psychologist

Intervention

Plan and execute intervention programmes for students with autism in group or individual setting

Coach key partners to apply educational and behavioural techniques to carry out intervention plans at home and in class

Provide behavior management support to students and attend to school student behavior crisis line

Provide classroom behaviour management support if necessary to support the student and the class

Coordinate activities related to case management of students

Facilitate training for caregivers / staff

Any other responsibilities required by your Supervisor

Leadership Duties

To articulate the Autism Therapist's/Psychologist’s role, scope and responsibilities to teachers, other school professionals, administrators, support personnel, families and the community

To positively influence the development of programs and policies & procedures to promote best practice in Autism Therapists service provision

To be directly involved in the assessment of needs and development of Autism Therapists services to meet priority needs areas in consultation with leaders

To establish and maintain professional linkages to the national and international Psychology Professional bodies.

Qualifications and Requirements:

A Bachelor in Psychology (Honours) or Masters in Educational Psychology or equivalent

Desire to learn about Autism and the passion to serve the autism community and their families

Flexibility and adaptability to changes and different perspectives

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast paced work environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Join Our Team :

At Eden School, we recognize the exceptional value of our Autism Therapists. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment, where your professional development is prioritized and your contributions are truly valued. Together, we will lead the way in revolutionizing autism intervention in Singapore.

If you possess unwavering dedication, boundless compassion, and a burning desire to be part of a dynamic team of professionals, we are eager to hear from you. Take the first step towards creating a brighter future for individuals with autism in Singapore. Join us today and become a catalyst for transformation!