What are Psychometric Assessments?
Psychometric Assessments are standardised tests used to measure individuals' mental capabilities and behavioural styles. Common types of psychometric tests include aptitude tests, which assess logical reasoning or problem-solving abilities, and personality tests, which evaluate characteristics that influence how well a candidate may fit into a workplace or a specific role or next career level.
At The Human Touch (THT), we retain qualified industrial psychologists who are registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), and partner with external business associates for increased capacity (when required).
Different types of Psychometric Assessments
An assessment geared for employee selection uses the candidate’s results for evaluation against other candidates, while an assessment for development uses the information to guide development strategies.
Selection
You are trying to fill a particular role, have advertised it, interviewed candidates, shortlisted candidates, and are now making the final decision. This assessment can be for both internal and external use, but there is always more than one candidate.
Development
This assessment is usually used for an internal candidate identified for a certain role. The business wants to identify the skills gap between their current and new roles. Once this gap is identified, you can create a development plan.
Our approach to Psychometric Assessments
The benefits of Psychometric Assessments
Strengthens Teams
By understanding potential team members' personality traits and cognitive abilities, organisations can strategically compose teams that balance various skills and temperaments. This ensures a diverse mix of abilities for optimal collaboration.
Enhances Development
Using Psychometric Assessments allows organisations to identify specific areas where individuals or groups may benefit from additional training and development. This targeted approach ensures that training programs more effectively address employees' needs.
Accurately Selects Candidates
Psychometric Assessments enhance the accuracy of candidate selection during the recruitment process. These tests provide measurable insights into an individual’s capabilities, making it easier to match candidates with job requirements.
Identifies Future Leaders
Psychometric Assessments help gauge a candidate’s proficiency in key leadership competencies such as strategic thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and adaptability. This aids in identifying individuals who are best suited for leadership roles.
Builds Self-Awareness
Psychometric Assessments allow candidates to better understand their abilities, strengths, and areas of development, enabling them to leverage self-awareness in delivering their professional roles.
What are Employee Engagement Surveys?
Employee engagement surveys are primarily driven by a company's need to gauge the levels of engagement among its employees, especially its key talent.
These surveys allow you to identify the drivers that indicate a high performing culture and top talent.
What are Culture Surveys?
A culture survey is a tool used by companies to assess and measure their beliefs, values, norms, and overall company culture. It is designed to determine whether an individual’s values and beliefs align with those of the organisation. Additionally, culture surveys are conducted to evaluate how well-aligned an organisation’s culture is with its propagated values and ethics.
At THT, we can conduct culture analysis surveys to determine the current culture landscape versus the desired culture. These surveys give all employees a voice and allow us to collect sufficient data.
The benefits of Surveys
Fosters Engagement
Surveys actively involve employees in the decision-making process, proving that their opinions are valued and considered.
Boosts Productivity
Surveys can gather insights directly from employees, pinpointing areas of inefficiency and identifying opportunities for improvement.
Improves Retention Rates
Surveys can help reduce turnover by contributing to a positive work environment and demonstrating a commitment to employee welfare.
Builds Trust
Surveys facilitate open communication between management and staff, which builds a more transparent workplace culture and increases trust as employees feel more confident that their voices are heard.
Strengthens Strategic Alignment
Employee surveys can reveal whether staff members understand and align with the organisation's strategic goals. This alignment is crucial for the effective implementation of business strategies.
Increases Sense of Belonging
Surveys help employees feel more connected and integral to the team, increasing their sense of belonging.
Frequently asked questions
about Psychometric Assessments and Surveys
Psychometric Assessments can refine your recruitment process by providing objective data on candidate suitability, reducing the risk of subjective hiring decisions, and helping to ensure that new hires are well-matched to their roles and company culture.