Associate Psychologist (Early Intervention Centre)

Primary Objectives of Position

To work towards the aim of EIC, which is to empower and maximize the potential forindependence and improve the quality of life of children with special needs, by providing quality early intervention services through trans-disciplinary approach, family centered practices and holistic outcome measurement system. The Psychologist provides psychological services within a team, applying a wide array of psychometric assessments and interventions for clients and/or caregivers with routine psychological/ behavioral conditions. S/He conducts psychoeducational programmes and training for caregivers and other Early Intervention (EI) professionals. S/He also participates in continuing education and research to achieve quality client care. The Associate Psychologist will perform the job responsibilities under the supervision of the Head of Psychology/ Senior Psychologist or designated supervisor.

Principal Job Responsibilities

1. Provide holistic psychological services that are client and caregiver focused
2. Coordinate and conduct formal and informal psychological assessments for clients including standardized tests, independently or under supervision,
3. Conduct initial screening, home or pre-school visits, consultation and support or co-lead trainings/ workshops for EI professionals, other stakeholders and caregivers to improve client functioning and outcomes AWWA RESTRICTED
4. Co-plan and implement collaborative intervention plans incorporating appropriate behavior management strategies based on assessment findings to support the needs of individual and/ or group of diverse learners
5. Adopt and implement evidence-based approaches such as Trans-disciplinary approach, Family-Centred Practices, Early Childhood Holistic Outcomes and other best practices in Early Intervention
6. Attend and assist with case discussions, team meetings and conference meetings, when necessary
7. Attend training, workshops and events as and when deemed necessary and fit for operations and professional development
8. Formulate, implement and evaluate evidence-based, data-driven programmes in collaboration with team members, ensuring client documentation is timely completed and submitted as required by the programme
9. Empower clients and caregivers on methods to enhance health, participation and functioning through self-management strategies
10. Provide psychological inputs to other programmes and relevant professionals
11. Identify areas of improvement in models of client care and service based on evidencebased practices
12. Collaborate and provide consultation for internal and external stakeholders (e.g., families, professionals, & agencies including hospitals and preschools) in order to promote clients' development and/or functioning
13. Deliver psychoeducational programs, training and workshops for clients, caregivers, staff and other stakeholders
14. Perform data collection and analysis to support research
15. Identify areas of improvement in models of client care and services for quality improvement projects
16. Adhere to professional standards in clinical, legal, ethical, health and safety practices
17. Provide evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention for individual caregivers and families, develop collaborative care plans, and enhance psychological well-being, coping, family functioning, and recovery outcomes for caregivers, where required, under supervision of Psychologist/ Senior Psychologist AWWA RESTRICTED

Other Responsibilities

1. To assist in ad-hoc projects/committees/ events as and when required
2. To perform any other duties as directed by the Head / EIC/ AWWA Management

The listed responsibilities are not exhaustive and are subject to amendment as needed.

Job Specifications

Minimum education / qualifications

• Bachelor’s (with Honours) in Psychology or equivalent from an accredited university
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS) as an associate or full member
• Associate Psychologists who are full members of SPS and registered with the Singapore Register of Psychologists (SRP) are expected to work independently or under supervision of a qualified Psychologist

Minimum years of relevant experience

• 1-2 years of working experience

Minimum knowledge/ skills required

• Administration of psychological tests (e.g. cognitive & adaptive functioning) and reporting of assessment to families and other professional staff
• Implementing behavioural modification interventions and crisis intervention plan
• Consultation for other professional staff and parents on educational and behavioural matters (e.g. education plans & behavioural interventions)
• Conducting trainings/ workshops for professional and Parents

Attributes (functional competencies)

• Passionate about the work and wellbeing of people
• Self-motivated in professional development
• High initiative and willing to go the extra mile
• Team player who builds trust, shows respect and upholds integrity
• Possess professionalism in upholding the professional code of conduct and ethics