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Psychologists NEC

272399 · Sedentary

Description

This occupation group covers psychologists not elsewhere classified. Occupations in this group include counselling psychologist and sport psychologist.

Typical work tasks

Collects data about clients and assesses their cognitive, behavioural and emotional functioning; administers and interprets diagnostic tests and formulates plans for treatment; develops, administers and evaluates individual and group treatment programmes; consults with other professionals on details of cases and treatment plans.

Typical work environment

  • Works indoors in public and private hospitals, research centres, community centres/agencies, sports facilities and private practices.
  • Works in adequately heated, lit, ventilated and clean, well maintained workspaces.

Typical physical and mental demands

  • Sedentary physical demand.
  • Sits when working with clients and writing case notes.
  • Occasionally stands, walks and moves around the workspace when collecting data and conferring with colleagues.
  • Lifting, carrying or pulling is not a significant component of the job.
  • There is occasional to frequent repetitive hand and finger movements required when using a computer or when writing.
  • There is frequent use of tools and equipment including computers, writing tools, testing and assessment and other reference materials.
  • Mental skills necessary include a high level of cognitive functioning with verbal and written communication, interpersonal, administration, assessment, behavioural information gathering, analysis and evaluation, research, report writing, organisational, problem solving and decision-making capabilities.
Entry signal Reviewed

Requires a substantial formal qualification. A licence or registration is legally required.

Entry barrier Formal qualification
Licence / registration Licence/registration required
ANZSCO skill level 1
Next-day ready No

How this was determined (model-generated): Psychologists NEC: 'Registration is required' = statutory NZ Psychologists Board gate. Proposal correct.

Entry Requirements

  • A relevant tertiary qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required.
  • Registration is required.

Further Comments

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.