Senior/Psychologist (Contract, Psychological Medicine REACH)

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

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Singapore is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to enhance the mental health of children and adolescents through assessments and interventions. You will develop care management plans in collaboration with community partners and support educational professionals. The ideal candidate should have a Master's or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Masters/Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eligibility for registration with psychological professional bodies.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment and psychological intervention.
• Formulate care management plans for students.
• Develop mental health network for children and adolescents.

Skills

Communication skills (spoken and written)

Interpersonal skills

Clinical assessment skills

Education

Masters/Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology or Education Psychology

Job description

The Clinical Psychologist will provide clinical assessment and psychological intervention to improve the mental health of children and adolescents in schools. To formulate and develop care management plans for referred students in collaboration with community partners and also support Allied Educators in schools to manage students with mental health conditions. Be involved in developing a mental health network for children and adolescents in the community.

Job Requirements:

• Masters/Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology or Education Psychology from a recognized university.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work independently in a multidisciplinary team, as well as with professionals from other organisations.
• Proficiency in Communication skills (spoken and written). Second Language (spoken) is preferred.
• Well developed clinical assessment and formulation skills.
• Experience in conducting cognitive and academic assessments preferred.
• Eligible for a valid registration, license or practising certificate with an established or recognised psychological professional body such as SRP, APA, APS or BPS.