Psychologist, Dept of Child Development (2-Year Contract)

KK Women's and Children's Hospital; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a Psychologist for the Department of Child Development. The role involves providing assessments for autism, delivering psychological interventions, and working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have a Master's Degree in Psychology, be eligible for full membership with the Singapore Psychological Society, and have effective communication skills. Experience with young children and those with autism is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least a Master Degree in Psychology (Clinical/Educational) with practicum component.
• Eligible for Singapore Psychological Society (SPS) full membership.
• Eligible for registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists (SRP).
• Preferably with working experience with young children or children with autism.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments for diagnosis of autism.
• Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions.
• Work across disciplines to provide transdisciplinary services.
• Engage in research and service projects.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Verbal communication skills

Psychological report writing skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a team

Experience with young children

Education

Master Degree in Psychology (Clinical/Educational)

Job description

Psychologist, Dept of Child Development (2-Year Contract)

KK Women's and Children's Hospital – Rochor

The Department of Child Development provides specialist diagnostic and intervention services to preschoolers who have developmental, emotional, and/or behaviour needs. We support children with a range of conditions such as autism, speech and language disorders, global developmental delay, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), anxiety, selective mutism, oppositional defiant disorders. We place high emphasis on working with the child’s family to facilitate the child’s learning and development.

Job Description

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team of doctors, psychologists, occupational therapists, speech language therapists, education therapists, nurses and social workers. You will provide assessments for diagnosis of autism, intervention recommendations and educational placements. You will provide evidence-based psychological interventions to manage mood, anxiety and behavioural issues, and work across disciplines to deliver transdisciplinary services. You will have opportunities to be involved in research and service projects.

Job Requirements

At least a Master Degree in Psychology (Clinical /Educational) with practicum component

Eligible for Singapore Psychological Society (SPS) full membership

Eligible for registration with the Singapore Register of Psychologists (SRP)

Effective interpersonal skills, verbal communication skills, and good psychological report writing skills

Ability to work independently as well as in a team, and in a fast paced environment

Preferably with working experience with young children (i.e., toddlers and preschoolers) and/or with children with autism.