Overview
As a Psychology Associate in the THK Disabled Homes Division, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that services clients with special needs (primarily Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder).
You will provide psychological services to the residential homes and day activity centres in the division.
You will also work with the Senior Clinical Psychologist to develop and review evidence-based policies and programmes, as well as to develop, conduct, and review evidence-based training programmes to equip staff with knowledge and skills pertaining to client care and management.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and review standard operating procedures (SOP) pertaining to client care and management.
- Establish and evaluate support structures and processes for residents with special needs, thereby improving their quality of life and reducing challenging behaviours.
- Work in a multi-disciplinary team to assess whether prospective residents are suitable for admission.
- Work in a multi-disciplinary team to develop and review individualized care plans for clients.
- Assess clients using various instruments, tools, and checklists.
- Design and conduct programs to equip residents with essential social skills, anger management, self-regulation strategies, etc.
- Provide interventions for challenging behaviors.
- Design and conduct training programs to equip staff with knowledge and skills pertaining to client care and management.
Qualifications
- Recognized Degree in Psychology.
- Understanding and/or previous experience of working with a multi-disciplinary team and understanding of special needs clients.
Other Information
Residential Care Homes operates 24/7.
Working hours may differ to meet the needs of the residents – 5 working days including weekend.
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