Psicólogo Infantil en Educación (Hybrid)

Placements24; León; Hybrid; MXN 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Paid time off

Hybrid role

Job summary

Placements24 is representing a well-established educational institution in León, Guanajuato, seeking a Psicólogo/a Infantil to support students across early childhood to adolescence. The role emphasizes assessment, intervention, and prevention to promote emotional and social wellbeing.

The ideal candidate holds a master's or PhD in psychology and is licensed or eligible to practice in Guanajuato, with at least five years of experience in educational settings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Child Psychology.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice psychology in Guanajuato.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a child psychologist, preferably within an educational setting.
• Expertise in psychological assessment tools and techniques relevant to children and adolescents.
• Proven experience in providing individual and group therapy.
• Strong understanding of child development, learning processes, and mental health disorders in youth.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and crisis intervention skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in maintaining confidential records and adhering to ethical guidelines.
• Experience in designing and delivering psychoeducational programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to identify students' developmental, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Develop and implement individualized counseling and intervention plans for students facing psychological or learning challenges.
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions to address issues such as anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, and social difficulties.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to create a supportive network for students.
• Develop and deliver psychoeducational workshops for students, parents, and staff on topics related to mental health, child development, and parenting.
• Implement preventative programs aimed at promoting mental well-being and positive social behavior.
• Serve as a resource and consultant for the school community on issues related to child psychology and mental health.
• Maintain confidential and accurate records of assessments, interventions, and progress.
• Stay current with the latest research and best practices in child and adolescent psychology.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of school-wide policies related to student well-being and safety.

Skills

Psychological assessment skills

Individual & group therapy

Child development knowledge

Crisis intervention

Communication & collaboration

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Child Psychology

Tools

Assessment tools

Job description

Placements24 is representing a well-established educational institution in León, Guanajuato, seeking a Psicólogo/a Infantil to support students across early childhood to adolescence. The role emphasizes assessment, intervention, and prevention to promote emotional and social wellbeing.

The ideal candidate holds a master's or PhD in psychology and is licensed or eligible to practice in Guanajuato, with at least five years of experience in educational settings.