Senior Psychologist, Mumbai

Role:  Senior Psychologist, Mumbai
Experience: 4-5 years
Salary: 4.8 - 6 LPA
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Role Overview

This is a key leadership position based at a major Children's Home and Observation Home. The role combines high-level program management and coordination with direct mental health interventions and counselling for children and youth residing in a Child Care Institution.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong grounding in child psychology, an understanding of trauma-informed care within institutional settings, and the ability to manage diverse stakeholders, including government authorities and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

1. Centre Management & Institutional Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact at the assigned Children's Home and Observation Home.
• Oversee the day-to-day implementation of all programs within the institution.
• Coordinate closely with institutional staff, including the Superintendent, Probation Officers, caretakers, and teachers.
• Ensure all interventions align with the JJ Act, CWC/JJB processes, and institutional protocols.
• Support the planning and execution of workshops, events, and group programs.

2. Senior Counselling & Mental Health Support

• Supervise junior counsellors, interns, and visiting mental health professionals through case discussions.
• Review counselling reports before they are submitted to the JJB/CWC.
• Provide direct counselling interventions to high-risk and high-need youth.
• Facilitate therapeutic interventions, reflective circles, and group sessions using experiential or arts-based methods.
• Offer crisis intervention and emotional support during critical incidents.

3. Stakeholder Engagement & External Coordination

• Liaise with Child Welfare Committees (CWC), Juvenile Justice Boards (JJB), and allied government departments.
• Conduct weekly circles with probation officers and children.
• Provide periodic training for institution staff on trauma-informed care, child behaviour, and positive discipline.
• Coordinate with external partners, including psychiatrists, hospitals, and other NGOs.

4. Monitoring, Reporting & Resource Management

• Track outcomes related to children's mental health, behaviour change, and participation.
• Prepare annual reports, programmatic narratives, and documentation for donors.
• Manage and monitor the allocated center-level program budget.
• Support donor visits and share impact stories in alignment with child protection policies.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Psychology, Master's in Management, or Master's in Arts-Based Therapy.
  
  
• Experience: Minimum 4–5 years of relevant experience, with a preference for 2–3 years specifically in child care institutions or juvenile justice settings.
  
  
• Language: Proficiency in English and Hindi is required; proficiency in Marathi is highly preferred.
  
  
• Preferred Skills: Experience working with government institutions or in managerial/supervisory roles is a significant advantage.
  

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Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Jan 15, 2026, on GroundZero

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