Senior Defence Psychologist - Singapore - Ministry of Defence of Singapore

Description

What The Role Is

You are responsible for leading psychological care services and developing programmes to maintain and enhance the psychological well-being of MINDEF/SAF servicemen, ensuring optimal deployment and psychological readiness of personnel.

What You Will Be Working On

• Monitor and conduct periodic interviews, including basic counselling and management plans, to support servicemen requiring professional mental health assistance
• Advise and train commanders and supervisors on managing psychological health challenges in the workplace
• Influence policy decisions related to psychological health at the unit level
• Provide one-to-one support and intervention for personnel experiencing mental health difficulties
• Supervise and professionally develop junior psychologists under your charge
  
  

Challenge(s)

• Encouraging servicemen to step forward when experiencing psychological distress and creating a supportive environment for help-seeking behaviour
• Keeping abreast of the latest developments in clinical and counselling psychology whilst maintaining your own mental well-being in emotionally demanding cases
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Postgraduate Degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in clinical or counselling psychology practice
• Knowledge of national-level psychological and social services policies and resources is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Independent and innovative thinking capabilities
• Passion for growing the practice of psychology within MINDEF/SAF
  
  

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.