Research Psychologist (KKH Psychology Service) - Contract

Research Psychologist (KKH Psychology Service) - Contract

For Children and Adolescents with Brain Tumours and other Cancers

KK Women's and Children’s Hospital (KKH) is a recognised leader and Singapore’s largest tertiary referral centre for Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Paediatrics and Neonatology. Founded in 1858, the 167-year-old academic medical institution leads in patient-centred management of high-risk conditions in women and children. The specialists in KKH adopt a compassionate, multi-disciplinary and holistic approach to treatment, and harness the latest medical innovations and technology to deliver the best care possible. As an Academic Medical Centre, KKH plays a key role in nurturing doctors, pharmacists, nurses and allied health professionals. KKH believes that world-class clinical training and research are imperative in raising the standard of care. We offer an exciting and conducive work environment, with opportunities to meet your career aspirations, advancement and personal development. Exciting opportunities have arisen to work with the KKH Psychology Service due to the demands of our growing service. 

We are looking for a research psychologist (psychologist/senior psychologist*) to join our team here at KKH Psychology Service. Your primary role will be to conduct research and evaluation of the Psychosocial and Supportive Care programme (PSCP) for Paediatric Oncology, which is a holistic supportive care programme where our multi-disciplinary team provides children with tailored interventions according to their individual needs. We aim to optimise emotional, cognitive and physical outcomes through timely neuro-psychosocial, rehabilitative, and nutritional care.

You will conduct and provide research support for the evaluation of the program, with development and/or maintenance of data bases, select appropriate tools and outcome measures in collaboration with other professionals (i.e. oncology, allied health, nursing, community partners), in line with evidence-based practice, for the complete evaluation of the program. Maintenance of the data base with input of data from the clinical/neuropsychologist, and other allied health professionals, together with analysis and dissemination of results is required. Experience in research with a publication record is also desirable for this position, as dissemination of any research findings is essential.

There would also be capacity to provide clinical input in the form of comprehensive neuropsychological assessments, screening, and development and delivery of interventions as required and appropriate; particularly in cognitive, psychosocial, and academic functioning. For this aspect, possession of a Doctorate or PhD in clinical or clinical neuropsychology is desirable. 

Working as a psychologist at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital provides opportunities for a broad, meaningful and unique range of experiences. You will be part of a vibrant psychology team. Individual and group supervision will be provided, as are opportunities for training.

Successful applicants will also be working with a holistic multi-disciplinary team that is well-established and respected for providing quality clinical care within the field of paediatric oncology. 

Requirements:

• PhD or PsyD in Clinical Neuropsychology / Clinical Psychology from an accredited university programme.
• Possess an existing registration / membership, or be eligible for membership / registration, with professional psychological bodies, such as the Singapore Psychological Society, Australian Psychological Society
• Good understanding of child and adolescent development
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and written skills.
• The ability to work with children / people with brain injuries and their families is required.
• Good understanding of brain development and the impact of brain injury on the developing brain.
• Sound formulation skills that can take into account bio-psychosocial elements.
• Sound knowledge of psychometric assessments and competency in administering and interpreting a wide range of neuropsychological assessments (e.g. WISC, WAIS, WPPSI, NEPSY, Vineland, TeaCH, BRIEF).
• Ability to provide sound and ethical professional advice and consultation to other professionals, care givers and community agencies where necessary.
• Ability to write comprehensive reports with recommendations that are tailored to the adolescent and family
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with good organization skills and time management
• Ability to ensure timely and high-quality clinical documentation.
• Demonstrate a commitment to clinical excellence and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• A disposition that is resilient, with the ability to work both independently and as a team player in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to speak a second local language and/or dialect is desirable, though not essential, in order to liaise with the local language and/or dialect speaking associates/patients.

*Those with more years of experience will be considered for a Senior position (i.e. possess relevant and a high level of knowledge, training, skills, and experience in this area).