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Counselling Psychologist / Case Manager with 2 Years Experience
Shadithya Hospital (Pallavaram) —Pallavaram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- ₹18,000 - ₹25,000 a month
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
- Psychology
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Jus' Onco Affordable Cancer Care —Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- ₹20,000 - ₹30,000 a month
- Full-time
- MSW
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
- Paid time off
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Buddhi Clinic —Teynampet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- ₹28,000 - ₹40,000 a month
- Full-time
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
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Counselling Psychologist / Case Manager with 2 Years Experience

Shadithya Hospital (Pallavaram) -
Pallavaram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

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Job details

Full-time
₹18,000 - ₹25,000 a month

Benefits

Provident Fund

Qualifications

Information Systems
Microsoft Office
Master's degree
Psychology
Care plans
Communication skills

Full job description

Counselling Psychologist / Case Manager (Minimum 2 Years of Experience)

Roles and Responsibilities

Conduct psychological assessments and mental status examinations under the supervision of psychiatrists.
Perform psychosocial assessments for new admissions and outpatients.
Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with psychiatrists and the multidisciplinary team.
Provide individual, family, and group counselling sessions.
Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions for patients with depression, anxiety, stress-related disorders, substance use disorders, psychosis, personality disorders, and other mental health conditions.
Conduct crisis intervention and provide emotional support during psychiatric emergencies.
Monitor patients' psychological progress and update treatment plans accordingly.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation, progress notes, and case records.

Case Management Responsibilities

Coordinate patient care from admission to discharge.
Act as the primary point of contact between patients, families, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
Prepare and implement individualized discharge and follow-up plans.
Ensure continuity of care through regular follow-up appointments and telephonic follow-ups.
Coordinate referrals to rehabilitation centres, vocational training programmes, de-addiction services, and community mental health resources when required.
Monitor treatment adherence and encourage medication compliance.
Identify patients at risk of relapse and initiate timely interventions.

Family Support and Psychoeducation

Educate patients and caregivers about mental illnesses, treatment plans, medications, relapse prevention, and recovery.
Conduct family counselling sessions to improve communication and caregiver support.
Help families develop healthy coping strategies and reduce caregiver burden.

Multidisciplinary Team Coordination

Participate in daily ward rounds and clinical case discussions.
Present patient progress during review meetings.
Coordinate with psychiatrists, nurses, occupational therapists, social workers, and other departments to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Escalate high-risk cases to the treating psychiatrist immediately.

Patient Safety and Risk Management

Assess suicide risk, self-harm risk, aggression, and vulnerability.
Monitor high-risk patients and report concerns promptly.
Ensure patient confidentiality and maintain professional ethics.
Follow the Mental Healthcare Act, hospital policies, and clinical protocols.

Rehabilitation and Recovery

Assist patients in developing coping skills, social skills, and independent living skills.
Facilitate occupational, recreational, and vocational rehabilitation programmes.
Encourage participation in therapeutic activities and recovery-oriented interventions.
Support patients during community reintegration and return-to-work planning.

Documentation and Quality

Maintain complete and timely clinical records.
Prepare admission assessments, counselling notes, discharge summaries, and follow-up reports.
Ensure compliance with hospital quality standards, accreditation requirements, and documentation protocols.
Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Awareness and Community Outreach

Conduct mental health awareness programmes in schools, colleges, industries, and corporate organizations.
Participate in community mental health camps and screening programmes.
Promote mental health education and reduce stigma through awareness activities.

Administrative Responsibilities

Coordinate appointments and patient reviews.
Maintain counselling schedules and follow-up trackers.
Assist in preparing departmental reports and patient statistics.
Support NABH, MHRB, and other regulatory compliance activities as required.

Required Skills

Excellent counselling and communication skills.
Strong case management and coordination abilities.
Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and psychological therapies.
Crisis intervention and suicide risk assessment skills.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Good documentation and report-writing skills.
Empathy, professionalism, and ethical practice.
Proficiency in MS Office and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).

Qualification

Master's Degree in Psychology (Clinical/Counselling/Applied Psychology).
Minimum 2 years of experience in a psychiatric hospital, mental health centre, or de-addiction facility.
Registration with the appropriate professional body (if applicable).
Knowledge of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 and patient rights is preferred.

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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