General Overview:

Consults with individuals and groups, assesses psychological disorders and administers programs of treatment.

Tasks Include:

• collects data about individuals and assesses their cognitive, behavioural and emotional disorders
• administers and interprets psychological tests and formulates plans for treatment
• develops, administers and evaluates individual and group treatment programs
• assesses the reliability and validity of procedures used in treatment programs
• treats complex mental disorders and other health problems using specialised psychological techniques
• organises groups and conducts programs for the development of self-confidence, communication and other inter-personal skills
• may consult with other professionals in developing treatment programs