Senior Defence Psychologist (Psychological Health)

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. Responsibilities - 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 mental health 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 Requirements - Education in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, preferably a Postgraduate Degree - 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.