JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Sr. Psychologist
Department: Psychology Unit - MDR
Location: APD
Employment Type: Full-time
1. Job Purpose
To lead and manage the Psychology Unit by delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychological and psycho-social rehabilitation services across age groups, including children, adolescents, adults and geriatric. The role includes OPD services, multidisciplinary coordination (MDR), and individualized intervention planning, follow up and referral if required. The position drives program development, training, and capacity building, while establishing collaborations with hospitals, NGOs, and institutions, and contributing to proposal development and program expansion.
2. Key Changes Applied
A. Clinical & Service Delivery Leadership
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Lead OPD services across child and adult populations
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Deliver psychological and psycho-social interventions
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Use behavioural modification approaches (including ABA, CBT-based, and functional approaches)
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Ensure holistic assessment including family and environmental context
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Ensure quality in assessment, diagnosis, IRP planning, and therapy implementation
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Monitor case progress, outcomes, and service effectiveness
B. Multidisciplinary Team (MDT/MDR) Coordination
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Lead and actively participate in Multidisciplinary Reviews (MDR)
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Ensure effective coordination with physiotherapy unit, speech unit, occupational unit, and medical teams
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Drive integrated goal setting and holistic care planning
C. Program Initiatives & Development
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Develop structured intervention modules, IEC materials, and group programs
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Initiate community programs, camps, and outreach services
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Strengthen services through innovation and evidence-based practices
D. Training & Capacity Building
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Conduct training for staff, caregivers, institutions, and community stakeholders
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Lead capacity-building initiatives and external training programs
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Support awareness campaigns and sensitization programs
E. Collaboration & Partnerships
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Collaborate with hospitals, NGOs, schools, and government bodies and corporate.
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Support external training, IEC dissemination, and community engagement
F. Proposal Writing & Resource Mobilization
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Lead and contribute to proposal writing, concept notes, and project documentation
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Support funding opportunities and program expansion initiatives
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Document program impact, success stories, and reports for stakeholders
G. Documentation, Audit & Compliance
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Ensure 100% documentation compliance (Goonjan, reports, case records)
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Lead audit preparedness and ensure closure of NCRs
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Maintain SOPs, quality standards, and outcome tracking systems
H. Overall Unit Management
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Oversee day-to-day functioning of the Psychology Unit
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Supervise, mentor, and evaluate team members and interns
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Ensure achievement of targets, timelines, and program outcomes
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Handle administrative, clinical, and coordination responsibilities
3. Competencies Required
Technical
Expertise in ABA, behavioural modification and psychological interventions ensuring flexibility based on client needs.
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Counselling and psychotherapeutic approaches
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Program development and clinical supervision
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Documentation and audit management
Behavioural
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Leadership and ownership
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Communication and stakeholder management
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Strategic thinking and initiative
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Problem-solving and adaptability
4. Qualifications & Experience
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Master’s degree in psychology (Counselling/Clinical/ Rehabilitation preferred)
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Training/certification in ABA (preferred)
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3 - 5+ years of experience with leadership responsibilities
5. Reporting & Evaluation
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Based on program outcomes, leadership effectiveness, service quality, and compliance.
Willing to travel to community
As per the company standard
