Educational Psychologist - Hybrid Role in Student Support

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 540,000 - 860,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Supportive team environment

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a compassionate Educational Psychologist to join the student support services team. You will assess learning, emotional, and behavioral needs, and develop targeted interventions to promote academic success and well-being.

Collaborate with educators, parents, and external agencies, conduct psycho-educational assessments, provide counseling, and help design school-wide policies to support mental health.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Doctorate in Educational Psychology or a related field.
• Registration with the HPCSA as Educational Psychologist.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing as an Educational Psychologist, preferably in a school setting.
• Proficiency in administering and interpreting a variety of psychometric and educational assessments.
• Strong knowledge of child development, learning theories, and intervention strategies.
• Excellent communication, counseling, and collaborative skills for school communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psycho-educational assessments to identify learning difficulties, delays, and emotional/behavioral issues.
• Develop and implement individual and group intervention programs.
• Provide counseling and support to students facing academic, social, or emotional challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to create supportive learning environments.
• Consult with external agencies and healthcare professionals for holistic student care.
• Contribute to school-wide policies promoting student mental health and well-being.

Education

Master's degree or Doctorate in Educational Psychology

Registration with HPCSA as Educational Psychologist

Job description

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a compassionate Educational Psychologist to join the student support services team. You will assess learning, emotional, and behavioral needs, and develop targeted interventions to promote academic success and well-being.

Collaborate with educators, parents, and external agencies, conduct psycho-educational assessments, provide counseling, and help design school-wide policies to support mental health.