Interest in psychology is rapidly growing internationally and locally. In a recent survey by the American Psychological Association, psychology was the most popular intended undergraduate major among university freshmen. This is in part a reflection of the demand for psychology majors in different careers.
Two-thirds of students surveyed with a psychology degree are in for-profit business settings, usually the sales/service sector. These students often have good research and writing skills, are good problem solvers, and have well-developed, higher-level thinking ability when it comes to analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information. Many find jobs in administrative support, public affairs, education, business, advertising, health, the media, the biological sciences, and computer programming. They work as employment counsellors, correction counsellor trainees, interviewers, personnel analysts, and writers. Two thirds believe their job is closely or somewhat related to their psychology background and that their jobs hold career potential.
Psychology graduates generally report being pleased with how their degree helped prepare them for both life and work. A vice-president of human resources of a notable multinational Singapore-based firm described psychology majors as having very useful skills for her business, stating "After all, psychology is the business of life."
In Singapore, and overseas, opportunities for graduates in psychology are increasing. The Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health, and the Police are among the Singaporean government agencies interested in hiring psychology graduates. In the private sector opportunities range more widely.
For students who wish to work as professional psychologists, we strongly recommend they receive training beyond the bachelor level. Typically these students go on to do a masters or a doctoral degree in one of the many subfields in psychology.
For more information as described by the American Psychological Association, click here.
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JOB POSTING
Applied Behavior Consultants ABC Center Singapore
Behavior Technician
Job Description:
Behavior Technicians work hands-on in a classroom environment with children diagnosed with Autism (2:1 ratio). ABC is a private center that uses Applied Behavior Analysis in the treatment of Autism. Responsibilities include running programs with the child in the areas of self-help, communication, play skills, recording data on child’s behavior, tracking progress, attending all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences, etc.
This is a great entry-level position if you are looking to explore a career working with children with Autism.
Requirements:
- Candidate must be 18 years of age
- Candidate must possess Diploma/Degree in a related field such as Education, Psychology, or Counseling; candidate making progress towards a degree will be considered (O levels : 5 ‘O’ level credits including EL (1-4) if possess the right attitude and skill set
- Candidate must possess excellent English skill – able to communicate and write excellent English
- Experienced working with children preferred (especially children with special needs/Autism).
- Must be committed, responsible, reliable and coachable.
- Ability to conform to an establish work schedule
- Have effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate in a concise and effective manner
- Ability to understand and follow instructions precisely
- Ability to exercise tact, discretion and confidentiality
- Ability to work in a fast pace environment, and run and sit for long periods of time – High Work Ethic – Ability to move 25 pounds
Full time and part time positions available in ABC Center Singapore – Tanglin Road, Phoenix Park Office Campus
Company Description:
This is a great opportunity! If you enjoy working with children and would like to make a difference in their lives, this is the job for you! Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc is a leading company which provides services in Northern and Southern California, China, Russia, and Bahrain. ABC Center Singapore is the newest addition to the global group. ABC Center Singapore serves the needs of children diagnosed with autism and developmental disabilities using the technology of Applied Behavior Analysis. ABC Center Singapore provides great opportunities for advancement, employee’s benefits and paid training. ABC Center Singapore is the perfect environment to begin a career in Behavior Analysis.
Application:
Please send your detailed resume indicating your current and expected salaries to huiling.loh@abccentersingapore.com
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Part-time Research Positions Applied Cognitive Developmental Lab
Job description
We are looking for students interested in gaining hands-on research experience in psychology. Students will be offered training and will assist in the administration of cognitive and standardised ability tests to children.
Selection criteria
- Undergraduates majoring in psychology are preferred. Undergraduates or postgraduates from other disciplines will be considered.
- Experience in test administration or working with children will be an advantage
Conditions
Salary: $12 per hour + CPF
Application procedure
Please direct all enquiries to Ms Koh at Sharon.Koh@nie.edu.sg
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Child Guidance Clinic
Part-Time Research Assistant
The Challenges
You will be part of a dynamic research team relating to the study of a nutritional and social skills intervention approach to children and adolescents with conduct and hyperactivity disorders. This study will be the first in Singapore to test the efficacy of conjoint Omega-3 and/or a social skills treatment programme, and the first to identify possible mechanisms by which Omega-3 reduces antisocial behaviour.
Your primary role as a Part-Time Research Assistant is to conduct psychophysiological assessment for children and adolescents with conduct and hyperactivity disorder. This includes electrode application and running a set of neuro-cognitive assessments. You will also be required to obtain food recalls via the telephone from the study participants.
Relevant training will be provided when necessary as well as opportunities to present research findings at local or international conferences.
The Requirements
- No prior experience in research is required as training will be provided; experience in psychophysiology or nutrition would be advantageous.
- Able to commit to working on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2-7pm.
- Detailed and meticulous and able to work independently and intensively to meet deadlines.
- Good command of English; proficient in other languages or dialects will be an advantage.
- Good communication skills and a team player.
- Immediate position.
Please contact Ms Stephanie Teng if you are interested.
Office no: 6435 3975
Email: Stephanie_SW_Teng@imh.com.sg
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Positions Vacant: Applied Cognitive-Developmental Lab @CRPP
Research Assistants
Pending funding approval, we are looking for up to four full-time research assistants. The successful applicants will join an expanding team and will work under the direction of Dr. Kerry Lee. Our efforts are currently focused on the cognitive underpinnings of children's mathematical proficiency. In addition, we conduct a variety of studies on the development of working memory, executive functioning, and the interface between learning, cognition, and pedagogy. Duties include material preparation, participant recruitment, liaison with participating schools, project management, data collection, analysis, and report preparation.
Research Studentships
Students with good honours degree in psychology are invited to apply for the 2010 intake of research students. Successful candidates will read for their master or doctoral degree under the direction of Dr. Kerry Lee or Dr. Ng Swee Fong. Please contact us if you have interests in issues related to working memory, executive functioning, or mathematical problem solving. Scholarships are available for exceptional students.
Requirements
Essential
Honours degree in psychology. Students who are finishing their 4th year training are encouraged to apply.
Desirable
- A desire to publish and to pursue graduate study in psychology
- Experience in conducting experiments and administering psychological tests
- Interest in cognitive-development and factors influencing academic performance
- Undergraduate training in experimental and developmental psychology
- Excellent communication (verbal and written English) and inter-personal skills
- Ability to work in a team environment 7. Competent in multivariate analysis and SPSS 8. Ability to speak Mandarin, Malay, or Tamil
Closing Date
Review of applicants will commence 23rd Feb and will continue until suitable candidates are found. We are hoping to have the staff in place by 1st April, 2009. Students who are finishing their 4th year training can start on a part time basis and convert to full time once they have finished their study. We regret only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Other Information
Salary for the research assistantship is competitive and will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualification and experience. Research studentships: Please see http://www.nie.edu.sg/nieweb/programmes/loading.do?id=Graduate&cid=10584066 for details on NIE admission procedures, http://www.nie.edu.sg/nieweb/programmes/loading.do?id=Graduate&cid=10584067 for information on research scholarships.
Application
Please direct all enquiries and applications to Dr. Kerry Lee (Kerry.Lee@nie.edu.sg). In your application package, please include (a) a resume (please include your university academic transcript) and (b) a cover letter justifying your suitability for the position. Please address each of the selection criteria (both essential and desirable). ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Police Psychologist
Singapore Police Force
Keen to play a role in ensuring that our Police Force and our men in blue are mentally resilient and ready to secure the safety and security of Singapore? As a Police Psychologist, you would work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and work in various fields of psychology such as selection & assessment, leadership development, counseling, forensic and operations psychology. If you think you are up for it, we would like to hear from you.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- At least a good honours degree in Psychology, preferably with a post-graduate qualification in Industrial and Organisational, Clinical, Counselling, Health, or Forensic Psychology
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Good command of written and spoken English
- Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident
- Good research and analytical skills
APPLICATION
Please submit a detailed resume together with a passport-sized photograph, copies of your NRIC, birth certificate, University Degree and results transcripts, ‘A’ and ‘O’ certificates, Certificate of Service (for Singaporean males), testimonials, school leaving certificates, and any other relevant documents to:
Police Psychological Services
Division Police Headquarters, Tower P, #14
New Phoenix Park
28 Irrawaddy Road
Singapore 329560
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At The Center for Psychology
The Center for Psychology (www.center4psy.com) is a multinational private counseling center, offering professional, comprehensive counseling and consultation services to children, teens, adults, companies and NGOs. Due to our expansions and new initiatives, we are recruiting professional team members in these capacities:
1) Administrative Coordinators/Associate Psychologist (Full-time)
Requirements:
* Bachelor degree (or near completion) in psychology, counselling or social work
* Knowledge of basic book keeping and PC literacy required
* A team player who is committed to learning diversity of tasks
* Pleasant and professional
2) Therapist, Psychologist or Counselor (Part-time)
Requirements:
* Master, Doctorate, or post-graduate degree in clinical
psychology or counseling
* Minimum three years of relevant clinical work experience in the delivery of psychological services is required.
* Required membership in recognized counseling or psychological professional body. (eg, APA, APS or SCA)
* Ability to conduct therapy in different dialects is highly desirable
3) Mental Health Specialist in Addiction
Requirements:
* Master, Doctorate, or post-graduate degree in clinical psychology or counseling
* Clinical work experience in the delivery of psychological services related to addictions (sex and love, chemical abuse, gambling) is required.
* Working knowledge in 12-step, co-dependency, recovery model, disease model etc... is required
* A team player who is committed to the betterment of the recovering clients
4) Part-time lecturer
Requirements:
* Master, Doctorate, or post-graduate degree in clinical psychology or counseling is required
* Able and have interest to teach in areas related to addictions, counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy and other related mental health courses
* Experience in teaching is required
* Committed to the learning environment of students
* Required membership in recognized counseling or psychological professional body. (eg, APA, APS or SCA)
Your CV will be treated with the highest discretion. Interested applicants (no phone call) please send CV to:
The Director
The Center for Psychology
One Orchard Blvd, #10-02A
Camden Medical Centre
Singapore 248649
Email: kng@center4psy.com