Sr.Psychologist

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

• Lead OPD services across child and
  adult populations
  
• Deliver psychological and
  psycho -social interventions
  
• Use behavioural modification
  approaches (including ABA, CBT -based, and functional approaches)
  
• Ensure holistic assessment including
  family and environmental context
  
• Ensure quality in assessment,
  diagnosis, IRP planning, and therapy implementation
  
• Monitor case progress, outcomes, and
  service effectiveness
  

B. Multidisciplinary Team
(MDT/MDR) Coordination

• Lead and actively participate in
  Multidisciplinary Reviews (MDR)
  
• Ensure effective coordination with
  physiotherapy unit, speech unit, occupational unit, and medical teams
  
• Drive integrated goal setting and
  holistic care planning
  

C. Program Initiatives
& Development

• Develop structured intervention
  modules, IEC materials, and group programs
  
• Initiate community programs, camps,
  and outreach services
  
• Strengthen services through
  innovation and evidence -based practices
  

D. Training &
Capacity Building

• Conduct training for staff,
  caregivers, institutions, and community stakeholders
  
• Lead capacity -building initiatives
  and external training programs
  
• Support awareness campaigns and
  sensitization programs
  

E. Collaboration &
Partnerships

• Collaborate with hospitals, NGOs,
  schools, and government bodies and corporate.
  
• Support external training, IEC
  dissemination, and community engagement
  

F. Proposal Writing &
Resource Mobilization

• Lead and contribute to proposal
  writing, concept notes, and project documentation
  
• Support funding opportunities and
  program expansion initiatives
  
• Document program impact, success
  stories, and reports for stakeholders
  

G. Documentation, Audit
& Compliance

• Ensure 100% documentation compliance
  (Goonjan, reports, case records)
  
• Lead audit preparedness and ensure
  closure of NCRs
  
• Maintain SOPs, quality standards, and
  outcome tracking systems
  

H. Overall Unit
Management

• Oversee day -to -day functioning of the
  Psychology Unit
  
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate team
  members and interns
  
• Ensure achievement of targets,
  timelines, and program outcomes
  
• Handle administrative, clinical, and
  coordination responsibilities
  

3. Competencies Required

Technical

·         Expertise in ABA, behavioural modification
and psychological interventions ensuring flexibility based on client needs.

• Counselling and psychotherapeutic
  approaches
  
• Program development and clinical
  supervision
  
• Documentation and audit management
  

Behavioural

• Leadership and ownership
  
• Communication and stakeholder
  management
  
• Strategic thinking and initiative
  
• Problem -solving and adaptability
  

4. Qualifications &
Experience

• Master’s degree in psychology (Counselling/Clinical/
  Rehabilitation preferred)
  
• Training/certification in ABA
  (preferred)
  
• 3 - 5+ years of experience with
  leadership responsibilities
  

5. Reporting &
Evaluation

• Based on program outcomes, leadership
  effectiveness, service quality, and compliance.
  

Requirements

Benefits