Educational Psychologist - Child & Adolescent Focus

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave policy

CPD opportunities

Access to assessment materials

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Educational Psychologist to provide psycho-educational assessments, interventions, and counseling for children and adolescents. The role involves collaboration with schools and families to support mental health and educational success in Kimberley.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Educational Psychology and HPCSA registration, with 5+ years of post-qualification experience.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting psycho-educational assessments and using diagnostic tools.
• Ability to develop tailored intervention plans for children and adolescents.
• Strong communication and collaboration with families, schools, and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psycho-educational assessments to identify learning, behavioral, and emotional difficulties.
• Develop and implement individualized intervention strategies and therapy plans for children and adolescents.
• Provide counseling and support to students, parents, and families to address psychological and educational challenges.
• Collaborate with schools, teachers, and other professionals to facilitate a coordinated approach to student support.
• Offer consultation services to educational institutions on child development, learning, and mental health.
• Stay current with research, best practices, and ethical guidelines in educational psychology.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for parents and educators on relevant topics.
• Contribute to the overall mission of promoting positive mental health and educational outcomes in Kimberley.

Skills

Psychoeducational assessments

Therapeutic interventions

Communication skills

Ethical conduct

Report writing

Collaboration with schools

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Educational Psychology

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading child development and wellness center in Kimberley , is seeking a dedicated and highly qualified Educational Psychologist specializing in child and adolescent development. This role is vital in providing comprehensive psychological assessments, interventions, and support to children, adolescents, and their families. The ideal candidate will have expertise in identifying and addressing learning difficulties, behavioral challenges, emotional regulation issues, and developmental disorders. You will work closely with schools, parents, and other professionals to create tailored support plans and foster positive psychological well-being. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled professional to contribute to the mental health and educational success of young people in Kimberley, Northern Cape . The center is committed to evidence-based practice and offers a supportive environment for its practitioners. This is an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of children and their families through expert psychological support. Competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience for this specialized role in Kimberley .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psycho-educational assessments to identify learning, behavioral, and emotional difficulties.
• Develop and implement individualized intervention strategies and therapy plans for children and adolescents.
• Provide counseling and support to students, parents, and families to address psychological and educational challenges.
• Collaborate with schools, teachers, and other professionals to facilitate a coordinated approach to student support.
• Offer consultation services to educational institutions on matters of child development, learning, and mental health.
• Stay current with research, best practices, and ethical guidelines in educational psychology.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions for parents and educators on relevant topics.
• Contribute to the overall mission of promoting positive mental health and educational outcomes in Kimberley .

Requirements

• A Master's or Doctoral degree in Educational Psychology or a related field (e.g., Clinical Psychology with an educational specialization).
• Registration as an Educational Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience working with children and adolescents.
• Proficiency in conducting a wide range of psycho-educational assessments and diagnostic tools.
• Demonstrated expertise in therapeutic interventions for common childhood and adolescent issues.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Strong ethical conduct and commitment to confidentiality.
• Experience in collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including schools and community organizations in Kimberley, Northern Cape .

Benefits

• generous leave policy, opportunities for continuing professional development (CPD), and support for further training.
• The center provides access to excellent assessment materials and a collaborative professional network.
• A supportive and ethical work environment is guaranteed.