School Psychologist
- Job Number
- KAZAKHSTAN00036
- Job Type
- Non-Teaching
- School / Entity Name
- SABIS® International School, Astana
- Department
- Support
About SABIS®
SABIS® is a global education network that has an active presence in 21 countries on five continents and educates students in both the private and public sectors. SABIS® schools implement the proven, proprietary SABIS® Educational System, which has been developed and refined for over 140 years.
All students in the SABIS® Network benefit from a long tradition of excellence in education, a reputation that is rooted in a well-developed philosophy that seeks to provide students with a top-quality education that prepares them to meet the challenges of a changing world.
For more information about the SABIS® Network, visit: www.sabis.net.
Job Purpose
The Psychologist is responsible for identifying and addressing students’ psychological, emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs through assessments, interventions, and counseling services, while fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting psychological assessments and diagnostics to identify students' cognitive, emotional, behavioral, social, and developmental needs, and preparing psychological reports and recommendations accordingly
- Identifying factors affecting students’ personal, emotional, social, and academic development, and providing appropriate psychological support through preventive, developmental, and counseling interventions
- Participating in the assessment of students with special educational needs and contributing to the development, implementation, and monitoring of individualized support plans and intervention programs
- Developing and delivering individual, subgroup, and group-based interventions aimed at addressing developmental, behavioral, social, and learning challenges
- Supporting gifted and talented students through identifying strengths, fostering personal development, and promoting the enhancement of their abilities and potential
- Providing consultation, guidance, and support to parents, teachers, and school staff on matters related to student development, behavior, learning, and emotional well-being
- Maintaining accurate, confidential, and up-to-date records, reports, and psychological documentation in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards
- Participating in parent meetings, multidisciplinary teams, committees, and school initiatives related to student well-being, safeguarding, inclusion, and educational support
- Promoting students’ psychological well-being, resilience, positive behavior, and a safe and supportive learning environment across the school community
- Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, confidentiality, and professional ethical standards
- Pursuing continuous professional development and applying current psychological practices, methodologies, and technologies to enhance service delivery
- Performing other related tasks as they arise and as delegated by the School Management
Ideal Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or a related field
- Master's Degree in Educational Psychology, School Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or a related field is preferred
- English Proficient
- Professional certification or licensure as required by local regulations is preferred
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in educational psychology, school counseling, student support services, or a related field
- Accountability and Taking Ownership
- Professional Behavior and Ethical Conduct
- Delivering Results
- Continuous Learning and Improvement
- Job Knowledge and Technical Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Managing Time and Priorities
Employment Requirements:
Must meet all employment requirements including, but not limited to, country and local education and certification requirements, reference checks, and criminal background checks.
Additional details about this position will only be provided to short-listed candidates.
SABIS® is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non – discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.