ADvTECH Educational Psychologist Jobs in Kenya

ADvTECH Educational Psychologist Jobs in Kenya

Responsibilities:

Duties are performed in accordance with standards of professional practice as outlined by the Kenya Psychological Association (KPsyA) code of ethics and the Mental Health (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bill No. 32 of 2018)

Provide individual, group and family therapy sessions for students

Conduct psychological assessments and interpret results for students

Lead crisis intervention efforts and provide insight into the development of functional assessments and behaviour intervention plans

Integrate psychological services into the classroom environment as appropriate through the appropriate lessons and teaching platforms

Provide assistance to staff in the design and implementation of appropriate interventions and accommodations for students

Contribute to program development that furthers the integration of social, coping, and problem solving in the classroom

Provide support services to parents/guardians as needed

Coordinate and/or collaborate with a range of individuals/agencies to promote and provide comprehensive services to students and families

Provide and/or assist in professional and personal development for staff, parents, and/or community

Participate in professional growth activities on a yearly basis including KPsyA recertification, workshops, in-service training, professional reading materials, and/or other available offerings at the Association of School Counsellors (ASC), Child Protection Network of Kenya (CPAN Kenya), among others

Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports, and collect data

Participate in program activities and meetings as appropriate

Arrange for internal and external motivational activities beneficial to leaners in all grades

Work with all departments to drive the school pastoral care team and

provide support where needed

Participate in compiling cost effective budgets for the department

Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports, and collect data

Participate in program activities and meetings as appropriate

Arrange for internal and external motivational activities beneficial to leaners in all grades

Work with all departments to drive the school pastoral care team and provide support where needed

Participate in compiling cost effective budgets for the department

Provide support to exam writing groups in preparation for the exams and for the exit of the school after exams

Provide educational campaigns about mental health and wellness to staff, learners and the parent community.

Education and Professional Certification:

Minimum of a Master’s degree in the relevant field of psychology

Member of the Kenya Psychological Association (KPsyA) or an accredited professional body

Essential experience:

A Minimum of 5 years working experience in an academic, community or private setting with children and adolescents

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; ADvTECH Educational Psychologist Jobs in Kenya

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