Associate Psychologist (THK bloom ESLP)

Hyperscal Solutions; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Singapore seeks an Associate Psychologist to deliver quality psychological and training services. Responsibilities include supporting trainees' emotional and behavioral needs, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and conducting assessments. Ideal candidates will have a recognized psychology degree and interpersonal skills. This role offers a full-time position with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6:00pm.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities is an advantage.
• Proficiency in implementing interventions based on Positive Behaviour Support is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine intervention to support trainees.
• Conduct initial/intake assessments with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Implement program plans to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Skills

Collaboration skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Recognized bachelor's degree in psychology

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

THKMC was incorporated on 13 October 2011 as a charity to provide multiple social and welfare services to the community at large, and achieved an Institute of Public Character (IPC) status on 18 November 2011. THKMC is the charitable arm of Thye Hua Kwan Moral Society, which lives by the mission - To Serve Mankind - to help anyone who needs help regardless of their race, religion, colour, language, creed and culture. THKMC today serves more than 70,000 beneficiaries through more than 70 programmes across five Services, which include Disability, Early Intervention for Children, Family, Seniors' Community, and Therapy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Associate Psychologist, working as part of an interdisciplinary team under supervision of the Senior Psychologist, will be responsible for the delivery of quality psychological and training services to address and support trainees' learning, emotional, behavioral needs and challenges.

Deliver and support intervention

• Provide routine intervention to support trainees
• Collaborate with centre staff (Programme and Allied Health Professionals) to implement intervention, strategies and development plans tailored to trainees' evolving needs
• Support in the development and the implementation of individualized development and therapeutic plans for trainees
• Provide emergency support to staff during behavioral or crisis incidents requiring immediate intervention
• Support existing incident reporting systems to ensure accurate and efficient documentation
• Prepare detailed written reports and materials related to trainees' behavioral and developmental needs
• Maintain accurate psychological reports and documentation

Admission assessments and review

• Conduct initial/intake assessment alongside the multi-disciplinary team as part of routine implementation
• Prepare psychological assessment and observational progress monitoring reports

Programme and services

• Support Enabling Skills for Life Programme related work/training matters
• Implement and monitor program plans to ensure alignment with organizational goals
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by Centre Manager and Head of Community Services
• Identify, recommend and implement improvements in client care models and service delivery, aligned with evidence-based practices

Qualities

• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with multiple stakeholders: including staff and external partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Recognized bachelor's degree in psychology (Graduated with a 4th Year Honors or from a 4th year program)
• Relevant experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities is an advantage
• Proficiency in implementing interventions based on Positive Behaviour Support is preferred

OTHER INFORMATION

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6:00pm.
• Working Location: Eunos or Geylang area.

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities