Andrew M.

Sports Coach

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City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Timeline
About me
Senior Psychologist at Maureen Kark and Associates
Education
- Westville Boys' High School
  2002 - 2006
  Matric Exemption Mathematics, Physical Science, Afrikaans, English, Geography & Dramatics Pass with Distinction
  Activities and Societies: Head of House leadership position Academic Colours - top 15%
- University of Johannesburg
  2014 - 2014
  BA Honours Programme of Equivalence in Practical Psychometry Psychology
- University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
  2011 - 2013
  Bachelor of Arts Honours Applied Psychology
- University of the Free State
  2018 - 2020
  Master of Social Science Clinical Psychology Pass with Distinction
  Dissertation: Conceptualisations of self as predictors of burnout among competitive adolescent squash players- Awarded prize for Best Masters Student in the Class of 2018- Invited to join the Golden Key International Honor Society
- University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
  2008 - 2010
  Bachelor of Arts Psychology and Communication Science Pass with Distinction
Experience
- Westville Boys' High School
  Jan 2007 - Dec 2008
  Sports Coach
- Pinetown Girl's High School
  Jan 2007 - Dec 2008
  Sports Coach
- White Butterfly Productions
  Jun 2007 - Dec 2007
  Performer
- RGM Promotions
  Jul 2007 - Dec 2008
  Promotions Manager
  • Distribute marketing material to the public• Set up promotional displays• Monitor product distribution and sales• Effective management and coordination of promotion teams
- SafariNow
  Jul 2007 - Dec 2008
  Head Barman
  - Hydration management
- Brescia House School
  Mar 2009 - Nov 2010
  Head Squash Coach
  • Provide squash training to scholars as their extra-curricular activity• Organise internal squash events & tournaments • Facilitate inter-schools matches• Provide written report comments for the scholars at the end of each school term
- Yeshiva College
  Feb 2010 - Jun 2010
  Head Squash Coach
- Premier Fitness & Leisure
  Feb 2011 - Sept 2011
  Pro Shop Manager & Resident Squash Professional
  • Restring squash rackets• Stock control & monthly stock take• Assist clients in selecting the best equipment to suit their preferences• Manage squash league teams• Administer squash coaching/training sessions• Organise & host club's annual Squash tournament - received entries from all around SA
- Telesure Investment Holdings (TIH)
  Jul 2014 - Jan 2018
  • Effective utilisation of Psychometric assessment practices in talent acquisition and development in accordance with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and relevant Legislation.• Management of the assessment centre to ensure excellent service delivery.• Selection and utilisation of the appropriate assessment battery to ensure the best possible alignment to job profiles for candidate selection and development• Effectively administer, score, interpret and report on Psychometric assessment results.• Effective management, trend analysis and delivery of Adhoc projects for both internal and external stakeholders.• Reporting on assessment costs per business unit on a monthly basis.• Effectively advise and support all relevant stakeholders through continuous interaction and consultation on Psychometric assessment practices.• Effectively build and maintain relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.• Provide specialist assistance to the Organisational Development Team and play a supporting Consultant role in the following areas: Coaching / Mentoring, Leadership Development Facilitation, Talent Management process, Team Development initiatives, & Change Management initiatives.• Conduct regular research projects in various business areas to investigate any trends between Psychometric assessment data and performance metrics.• Deliver the Telesure Service Way through personal effort and through others.• Deliver on Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) principles in alignment with Regulatory requirements. Show less
  - Psychometrist / Psychometric Assessment Centre Manager
    Jan 2015 - Jan 2018
  - Intern Psychometrist
    Jul 2014 - Dec 2014
- Gauteng Department of Health - Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital
  Jan 2019 - Dec 2019
  Intern Clinical Psychologist
  Intern responsibilities:- Mini Ward Rounds - Weekly meeting of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)- Ward Conferences- Psychometric Assessments- Individual Psychotherapy- Group Psychotherapy > Family Therapy Clinic > Adult Substance Rehabilitation Unit > Forensic CBT Groups > Dialectic Behaviour Therapy Group- Report Writing, Record-keeping & Administration- Climate Meetings- Small Group Discussions: > Clinical Case Analysis > Therapeutic Process Group > Academic Journal Review- Training- Weekly Supervision (min. 2hrs) Show less
- Alphabet
  Jan 2020 - Jul 2020
  Psychometrist
  Consulting work completed for GSCPP managed by Michelle Schlemmer mainly for Exxaro Mining:- Vienna Test System (VTS)
- Gauteng Department of Health - Tembisa Hospital - Clinical Psychology Dept
  Aug 2020 - Jan 2022
  Clinical Psychologist
  Completed Community Service and was retained as a permanent staff member following motivation from the HOD.
- Rivonia Therapy Centre
  Aug 2021 - Mar 2022
  Associate Psychologist
  Providing psychotherapeutic interventions for a wide range of psychological issues
- Maureen Kark and Associates
  Feb 2022 - now
  Senior Psychologist
  - Coordinate and conduct clinical interventions- Build & maintain strategic business partnerships
Licenses & Certifications
- Interactional Pattern Analysis - Level 1
  Impact Training Centre
  Jan 2022
- Saville Consulting Wave Styles Accreditation
  Saville Consulting (South Africa and Africa)
  Oct 2014
- MBTI International Accreditation
  JVR Africa Group
  Nov 2014
- Evalex Assessment Suite Accreditation
  Evalex Talent Solutions
  Aug 2015
- Hogan Assessment Suite Accreditation
  JVR Africa Group
  Jul 2016
- WRISc Accreditation
  JVR Africa Group
  Nov 2016
- Clinical Psychologist - Independent / Private Practice
  HPCSA
  Aug 2021
- LOI Accreditation
  Cognadev
  May 2017
- CPP Accreditation
  Cognadev
  Feb 2015
- 16PF5 Accreditation
  JVR Africa Group
  Oct 2014
- Clinical Psychologist - Community Service
  HPCSA
  Aug 2020
- Intern Clinical Psychologist
  HPCSA
  Jan 2019
- Psychometrist - Independent / Private Practice
  HPCSA
  Jul 2015
- Student Psychologist
  HPCSA
  Jan 2018
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Andrew M.
  Best Masters Student in the Class of 2018 Faculty of the Humanities, Department of Psychology Sep 2020 Prize awarded for the completion and highest average mark for the coursework and research combined.
- Awarded to Andrew M.
  Northerns Squash Federation President’s award Northerns Squash Federation Nov 2018 Award presented at the annual NSF/NSA/NJSA/NMSA ceremony for significant contributions to squash in Northern Gauteng for 2018.
- Awarded to Andrew M.
  Seccie De Villiers award Squash South Africa Jul 2018 Award presented at the 59th Growthpoint Inter-Provincial Squash tournament for most outstanding player (sportsmanship and overall participation)
- Awarded to Andrew M.
  Team South Africa University Sports South Africa (USSA) Sep 2014 Represented and Captained team South Africa at the 8th World University Games in Chennai, India
- Awarded to Andrew M.
  South Africa U23 team Squash South Africa Jan 2011 Represented the South African U23 team at the All Africa Squash Games in Johannesburg, South Africa
- Awarded to Andrew M.
  Sportsman of the Year Westville Boys' High School Dec 2006
- Awarded to Andrew M.
  Walton's Scroll for Performing Arts Westville Boys' High School Dec 2006 Highest final matric mark in KZN for Speech & Drama
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer
  Issued by Friends of Valkenberg Trust on May 2011
  Associated with Andrew M.