Nqobile Kweyama Resume
Pretoria, Gauteng
Summary
As an Educational Psychologist with over 6 years of experience, I specialise in providing empirically based consultation on psychological and behavioral issues. My versatility as a mental health specialist allows me to effectively utilize a variety of assessments and techniques to identify appropriate intervention strategies. I possess a strong talent for collaborative care, excelling at partnering with professional teams, parents, and other critical figures to develop comprehensive action plans that address clients' psychological needs. Insightful Educational Psychologist known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in cognitive development assessment, learning strategies formulation, and behavior modification techniques. Excel in empathy, communication, and problem-solving to foster positive educational outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Psycholosit
Individual Private Practice
06.2024 - Current
- Provided Medico-legal Assessments
- Provided psycho-educational assessments
- provided individual therapy as well as family therapy
- worked closely in a multi-disciplinary team
- Provided workshops to assist learner development
Educational Psychologist
University of Pretoria
01.2024 - Current
- I am responsible for Supervising 20 students in the year 2024
- I teach students to assess cognitive, emotional, social, relational, behavioural, physical and neurodevelopmental functioning by using a range of psychological and educational instruments and techniques
- I was involved in the orientation session for the masters students for the year 2024 and year 2025.
- Provided monitoring and tutorship for the current students registered for Masters in Educatioanl psychology.
- Managed students referrals and interventions for those who needed extra attention towards their studies.
- Developed supplementary exams for students who qualified for a rewrite in their exams.
- Prepared reports for all stakeholder involved in working with our training facility as well as reports needed by cients that have been refered by the public.
- colloborated with other departments for student development in providing support to students.
- Provided training in writting psychological reports for clients.
- Provide skills on how to select appropriate therapeutic interventions that may include individual psychotherapy, group therapy, and family therapy, to support children, young people, and their families to promote mental health and well-being
- Implemented psychological interventions for the develoment of students.
- Design and implemented culturally relevant assessment and intervention programmes for individuals, families, groups, and communities to promote resilience and mental well-being
- Additionaly I conduct all aspects of professional practice and research in accordance with the guidelines for professional practice of the HPCSA and the Professional Board of Psychology
Student Counsellor
University of KwaZulu-Natal
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Offer individual and group counselling to students presenting with psychosocial problems
- Provide curriculum and career counselling to prospective and registered students
- Established and facilitated relevant group programmes for students with the common psychosocial presentations
- Offer counselling services to meet the special needs of students with disabilities
- Provision of formal psychological and career assessments
- Crisis intervention and management
- Undertook a needs analysis and relevant research to inform program development and evaluate programme outcomes
- Offerd limited counselling to staff experiencing personal crises
- Advocated on behalf of students as required
- Maintained professional records of all cases/groups managed
- Made appropriate intervention within the scope of one’s professional practice
- Made appropriate referral of students to other professionals within the university and externally
- Offered counselling sessions with family members in the case of student exclusions and trauma
- Communicated with family members regarding students well being
- Liaised with academic and support service departments
- Provided support to students attending Student Disciplinary Hearings
- Provided counselling to students referred by the Disciplinary Committee as part of their rehabilitation process
- Provided progress reports to the Disciplinary Committee
- Assessed student circumstances and provide reports for academic and financial appeals committee
- Responded to requests for letters and professional reports on students
- Refered students requiring psychiatric intervention and long-term therapy
- Facilitated the hospitalization of students if necessary
- Offerd support by accompanying student for medical treatment during crisis situations
- Mediated between academic staff and students to resolve situations of conflict
- Managed caseload and update case registers, records and statistics
- Maintained professionalism as directed by the HPCSA/SACSSP/SAACDHE guidelines
- Ensured compliance with policies, procedures and protocols pertinent to counselling services
Junior Lecturer
University of KwaZulu-Natal
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Deliver engaging and insightful lectures to students
- Develop comprehensive and impactful teaching content
- Create and assess exam scripts efficiently and accurately
- Offer personalized one-on-one consultations to support learner success
Registered Counsellor
Individual Practice
Durban
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Facilitated communication between school personnel, parents and guardians, therapists, psychiatrists, and other professionals involved in the student's care.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills that could be used during times of stress or difficulty.
- Developed crisis intervention strategies for individuals facing difficult situations or events.
- Assisted in scoring and report writing in medico-legal cases for other psychologists..
Administrative Officer
Earth Child Consulting Pty Ltd
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Coordinate and schedule appointments for all managers
- Organize and manage diaries efficiently
- Capture and maintain data for all intern-seeking students
- Address and resolve learner internship queries promptly
- Document and maintain accurate minutes of meetings
- Ensure meticulous file management for all company documents
Intern Educational Psychologist
Centre for psychological services and career development
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Delivered psychotherapy sessions to students at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) Kingsway Campus
- Conducted educational assessments and crafted comprehensive reports for university students and school learners
- Administered career assessments for students at the University of Johannesburg
- Provided crisis intervention through telephone counselling at the University of Johannesburg
- Facilitated workshops and discussion forums for UJ students and teachers from Soweto schools
- Offered therapy and support to learners with disabilities
- Led and managed entrepreneurial projects
Tutor
University of Zululand
02.2009 - 12.2009
- Delivered expert instruction on psychological assessment techniques
- Accurately evaluate and grade student assessments
- Maintained up-to-date academic records in the database
Education
Master of Education - Educational Psychology
University of Zululand
12.2016
Bachelor of Psychology -
University of Zululand
12.2011
Skills
- Assessment and interpretation
- Direct interventions (Therapy)
- Consultation training
- Program development
- Instructional support
Languages
- English
- IsiZulu
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/16/87
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code B
- Marital Status: Single
Internship
Intern Educational Psychologist, Centre for Psychological Services and Career Development, 01/01/13, 12/31/13
Timeline
Educational Psycholosit
Individual Private Practice
06.2024 - Current
Educational Psychologist
University of Pretoria
01.2024 - Current
Student Counsellor
University of KwaZulu-Natal
06.2019 - 06.2023
Junior Lecturer
University of KwaZulu-Natal
06.2018 - 11.2018
Registered Counsellor
Individual Practice
01.2016 - 12.2016
Administrative Officer
Earth Child Consulting Pty Ltd
06.2014 - 06.2015
Intern Educational Psychologist
Centre for psychological services and career development
01.2013 - 12.2013
Tutor
University of Zululand
02.2009 - 12.2009
Master of Education - Educational Psychology
University of Zululand
Bachelor of Psychology -
University of Zululand
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