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Job Offer: Psychologist:MinEducationJob description:Job DescriptionKia ora, Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Fakatalofa atu, Kia orana, Malo e lelei, Malo ni, Talofa lava, Tena koutou katoa and welcome.Help shape the future of Education At the Ministry of Education, we work together to shape an education system that delivers equitable and excellent results. Our organisation is made up of more than 3,000 talented and committed people around New Zealand, from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for every child, young person and adult student in our education system. About our group and team Learning Support is a critical part of the Sector Enablement and Support Group in the Ministry. We are charged with leading the education sector in ensuring that children and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education. Our Learning Support specialists work closely with families, wh?nau, caregivers, schools and early childhood educators in English and M?ori medium settings and other agencies to help maximise learning results and promote social inclusion. To lgain more about Learning Support, the functions we offer, frequently asked questions, and more, clickhere About this function As a Psychologist you will play a critical function in our region's Learning Support team by doing the following: » Identifying patterns or contributing factors that may be influencing learning, wellbeing and behaviour » Enhancing inclusive practices in early learning services, schools and other educational settings » Providing professional support and guidance to schools, teachers and families and building the capacity of those who are best placed to support the learning of children and young people » Providing appropriate in-depth specialist assessment and analysis for evidenced informed interventions » Working as part of a trans-disciplinary team where a child's needs are complex. About you To be prosperous you will need the following: » A Masters level tertiary qualification and a Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Psychology or equivalent » To be registered under the Health Practitioners Competency Assurance Act and to hold a current practicing certificate » capability to translate specialist knowledge into practical information » capability to co-ordinate service provision in a multi-agency, trans-disciplinary setting » Excellent communication and interpersonal expertise and an capability to work effectively with children, young people and their families and teachers across a diverse range of settings » The capability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tirirti o Waitangi and tangatawhenuatanga What can we offer you? We offer a competitive income and terms and conditions. In addition, our specialists tell us they value the following: » ‘The capability to make a positive difference in the lives of children, young people and their wh?nau and contribute to system wide change is a huge plus’ » ‘The Ministry offers a strong community of practice and the support of a large organisation so I never feel isolated or alone’ » ‘I really value the capability to work closely with specialists from other disciplines. Information technology enhances my own practice and thinking’. Are you ready to make a difference? We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, including M?ori, Pacific and those with disabilities, who will enrich our knowledge of the education system. As a government agency, the Ministry is committed to keeping to the Treaty of Waitangi's guiding principles in our work for and with M?ori students, their wh?nau, hap? and iwi. There is more information in the position description attached. Please take a look and, if this opportunity sounds like you, please apply now using the ?Apply for this job' link. For more information, Contact Us by Pennie Muldoon at 07 349 7464 and/or email Pennie.Muldoon@education.govt.nz How to submit the application:Applications close on Friday,13 May 2022.Skills:
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