Junior Educational Psychologist

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

About the Role

Our client, a dedicated child and adolescent support center in Bloemfontein , is seeking a motivated and empathetic Junior Educational Psychologist. This role focuses on assessing, diagnosing, and providing support for learning, behavioral, and emotional challenges experienced by children and adolescents. You will work closely with parents, teachers, and other professionals to develop tailored intervention strategies and support plans. This is an excellent entry-level position for a newly qualified psychologist to gain valuable experience in a supportive setting, contributing to the well-being and academic success of young individuals.

Key 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.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Educational Psychology or Clinical Psychology with a specialization in child and adolescent development.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Psychologist.
• Experience with administering and interpreting various psycho-educational assessment tools.
• Strong understanding of child development, learning theories, and intervention techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and report-writing skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for salary progression.
• Supervised practice and mentorship from experienced psychologists.
• Opportunities for specialized training and professional development.
• Exposure to a wide range of cases and therapeutic modalities.
• A supportive team environment focused on professional growth and client well-being.