Educational Psychologist

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible scheduling

Professional development access

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Educational Psychologist to support students in East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa, with a fully remote setup. The role focuses on assessing learning, behavioral, and emotional needs, delivering counseling, and contributing to student development.

The successful candidate will conduct psycho-educational assessments, provide interventions, and collaborate with educators and families to promote wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Educational Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Registered with the relevant regulatory body.
• Minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience with children/adolescents.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psycho-educational assessments to identify learning and behavioral issues.
• Develop and implement evidence-based interventions.
• Provide individual and group counseling.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff to support student wellbeing.
• Offer consultation to educators and parents on child development and behavior management.
• Prepare detailed psychological reports with findings and recommendations.
• Stay current with research and best practices in educational psychology.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.

Skills

Psycho-educational assessment

Counseling

Telehealth

Report writing

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Educational Psychology

Tools

Telehealth platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Educational Psychologist to join their team, serving students primarily in the East London, Eastern Cape region, with the unique advantage of a fully remote work setup. This role is dedicated to understanding and addressing the learning, behavioral, and emotional needs of students. The Educational Psychologist will conduct assessments, provide counseling and interventions, and collaborate with educators, parents, and support staff to foster optimal student development and well-being. This position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere, allowing for a broad reach and a balanced professional life while delivering crucial psychological services to the educational community.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psycho-educational assessments to identify learning disabilities, developmental delays, and emotional or behavioral issues.
• Develop and implement evidence-based intervention strategies and treatment plans tailored to individual student needs.
• Provide individual and group counseling to students facing academic, social, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, parents, school administrators, and other professionals to create a supportive environment for student success.
• Offer consultation services to educators and parents on topics related to child development, learning, and behavior management.
• Prepare detailed psychological reports, documenting assessment findings, diagnoses, and recommendations.
• Stay current with research and best practices in the field of educational psychology.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Educational Psychology or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Professional registration with the relevant South African regulatory body (e.g., HPCSA).
• Minimum of 4 years of post-qualification experience working with children and adolescents in an educational or clinical setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting psycho-educational assessments and providing interventions.
• Strong knowledge of child development, learning theories, and psychopathology.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using tele-health platforms and digital tools for remote service delivery.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively in a remote setting.
• Commitment to promoting the well-being and academic success of students.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary package for an Educational Psychologist serving the East London, Eastern Cape region.
• Beyond the attractive compensation, the role provides unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance, allowing you to manage your professional responsibilities from anywhere.
• Our client is committed to supporting its employees' professional development, offering access to online training, webinars, and resources.
• This is an exceptional opportunity to leverage your expertise in educational psychology within a supportive virtual environment, making a significant impact on students' lives without the constraints of a traditional office setting.
• Enjoy the autonomy and comfort of working from home while making a real difference.