Hayley Sturgess

I am a passionate and enthusiastic psychology and psychometry graduate, currently seeking employment as a psychometrist for 2023. I am highly motivated to learn, grow and excel in the field of psychology. I am seeking work in an environment in which I can contribute meaningfully and grow professionally.

Volunteer school counsellor

Johannesburg Parent and Child Counselling Centre (JPCCC), 2023

• Offered short-term counselling interventions
• Provided high school and primary school learners with a safe space to communicate through conversation and play
• Provided students struggling with emotional difficulties with the appropriate psychological support

Intern Psychometrist

Sci-Bono Discovery Centre, Johannesburg, 2022

• Conducted psychometric assessments: primarily subject choice, career and psycho-educational assessments
• Used psychometric assessments (administration, scoring, interpretation, report writing and feedback) in a professional and ethical manner by following good testing practices
• Maintained strict protocols for client records, including but not limited to consent forms, process notes and client test results, in line with HPCSA regulations

Personal Assistant

Johannesburg , 2022

• Attended to administrative duties in relation to privately owned guest houses
• Managed errands and scheduling for employer

Psychology Student Tutor

University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2021

• Marked second-year Psychology students' work
• Provided written and oral feedback on assignments

Au Pair

Johannesburg / Cape Town , 2016 - 2018

• Worked part time for a number of families with children between the ages of 2 and 13, meeting age-appropriate childcare needs of the children and providing emotional, practical and educational support

Horse Riding Instructor

El Dorado Stables, Johannesburg, 2014-2018

• Instructed and taught children and adults of varying levels

BPsych, Psychometry (distinction), University of Johannesburg, 2022

BA (Hons), Psychology (distinction), University of the Witwatersrand, 2021

BA, Psychology & Philosophy (distinction), University of the Witwatersrand, 2020