Entry-Level Educational Psychologist for Children & Teens

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary progression

Supervised practice

Mentorship and professional growth

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Junior Educational Psychologist in Bloemfontein to assess, diagnose, and support learning, behavioral, and emotional needs in children and adolescents. You will collaborate with parents, teachers, and professionals to tailor intervention plans in a supportive setting.

This entry-level position offers supervision, mentorship, and opportunities to gain experience across diverse cases while contributing to student well-being and academic success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree and HPCSA registration as Psychologist.
• Experience with psycho-educational assessment tools.
• Strong knowledge of child development and intervention techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psycho-educational assessments to identify learning disabilities, developmental delays, and emotional or behavioral issues.
• Develop and implement individualized intervention plans in collaboration with families and educational institutions.
• Provide counseling and support services to children, adolescents, and their families.
• Liaise with schools, teachers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support strategies.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, adhering to ethical and professional standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Assessment administration

Child development knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Educational Psychology or Clinical Psychology with specialization in child and adolescent development

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Junior Educational Psychologist in Bloemfontein to assess, diagnose, and support learning, behavioral, and emotional needs in children and adolescents. You will collaborate with parents, teachers, and professionals to tailor intervention plans in a supportive setting.

This entry-level position offers supervision, mentorship, and opportunities to gain experience across diverse cases while contributing to student well-being and academic success.