Child Psychologist - Early Development Focus (Upington)
Core
Provide psychological assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic intervention for infants, toddlers, and young children experiencing emotional, behavioral, or developmental challenges.
Role type
Child Psychologist (Early Development Focus)
Builds
Individualized treatment plans and early intervention programs for vulnerable children and families.
Domain
Healthcare / Child Mental Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Psychological assessment, diagnostic evaluation, play therapy, CBT adapted for young children, family therapy, telehealth delivery, psychoeducation, treatment plan development, progress monitoring.
Preferred skills
Experience with ASD and ADHD, knowledge of developmental disorders, clinical reasoning.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations; Develop and implement individualized treatment plans; Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions (in-person and telehealth); Collaborate with parents, caregivers, pediatricians, and educators; Offer psychoeducation and support to families; Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans; Contribute to early intervention programs and mental health awareness initiatives.