Child Development Psychologist - Early Intervention

Metta Welfare Association; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Metta Preschool in Singapore is seeking a Psychologist to support children with developmental needs through assessment, intervention and consultation.

You will work with educators, allied health professionals and families to deliver family-centred support, develop IEPs and provide caregiver coaching.

This role offers opportunities for staff training, programme development and participation in transdisciplinary collaboration to enhance outcomes for children.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, or related applied psychology programme.
• Relevant professional training and competency in psychological assessment and intervention.
• Experience working with children and/or individuals with developmental needs.
• Understanding of child development, learning, emotional and social development, and behavioural management.
• Strong assessment, analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a transdisciplinary team.
• Strong interest in working with children with developmental and special needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmental, school readiness and comprehensive assessments as part of a transdisciplinary team.
• Administer, score and interpret psychological and developmental assessments.
• Develop and review IEPs and monitor children's progress.
• Provide evidence-based interventions to support emotional regulation, behaviour, social communication and social skills.
• Support educational planning, school placement and transition through assessments and recommendations.
• Provide consultation, coaching and guidance to caregivers and educators to promote consistent intervention strategies across home and school.
• Collaborate with educators, allied health professionals and families for integrated family-centred intervention.
• Conduct staff training and professional development to strengthen the team.
• Participate in programme development, evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Assessment skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Clinical/Educational Psychology

Job description

Metta Preschool in Singapore is seeking a Psychologist to support children with developmental needs through assessment, intervention and consultation.

You will work with educators, allied health professionals and families to deliver family-centred support, develop IEPs and provide caregiver coaching.

This role offers opportunities for staff training, programme development and participation in transdisciplinary collaboration to enhance outcomes for children.