Psiholog

- Degree in psychology;
- High level of competence in psychometrics;
- Adaptability and flexibility;
- Problem-solving ability;
- Self-confidence, with the ability to deal with a variety of people;
- Good communication and persuasion skills, in order to convince clients of your abilities, inspire their trust and gain information;
- The ability to influence other professions, managers and staff, who may be sceptical or resistant about what you are offering;
- Positive attitude;
- The ability to work under pressure - you will need to achieve results within fixed deadlines whilst working on a number of projects;
- Pragmatism;
- Commercial awareness;
- The ability to show that your work has practical and worthwhile benefits over a relatively short time-scale.

- The occupational psychologist applies psychological knowledge, theory and practice to the world of work;
- The expertise of the occupational psychologist lies in identifying and realising the full potential of people and creating effective organizations, by:
- identifying abilities and developing potential - through using tests and job-relevant exercises at selection, and in career counseling;
- assessing performance both on and off the job - in designing appraisal systems, advising on stress management;
- helping people and organisations adapt to change - advising on how to change attitudes and behaviours, advising on the best type of management systems, identifying effective human resources strategies, and designing jobs to fit peoples' skills.
- In the area of organisational development:
- designing/applying methods to understand an organisation's or team's current culture and helping them develop a new culture or achieve specific performance objectives;
- helping people to develop leadership, teamwork and communication skills, working with groups or individuals;
- advising on employee relations and schemes to motivate staff.
- In the areas of assessment and training:
- Recruitment and Selection:
- develops effective advertising methods, and uses psychological tests to provide evaluations of candidates;
- monitors and validates selection procedures, and designs short listing and assessment methods which can identify candidates with the potential required for particular jobs.

o Training:
- Identifies training needs, and develops and evaluates training programs (particularly in how to get the best out of ourselves and others).

o Appraisal:
- Identifies key aspects of effective job performance, develops systems of appraisal which are fair and helpful to both the employee and employer, and advises on how to implement them successfully.

o Attitude surveys and experimental research.
- Uses specialist skills to design and analyse surveys or morale, attitudes and values, to provide sound information on which strategic decisions can be based.

o Vocational guidance and counselling.
- By skilled use of psychometric tests and interviewing, an occupational psychologist can provide a person with a deeper understanding of his or her strengths, weaknesses and special interests.