Clinical Lead, Psychology & DHA Compliance

PsyDin; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

OPENMINDS Center in Dubai seeks an experienced Clinical Lead for the Psychology Department to oversee clinical operations, ensure quality service delivery, and maintain DHA compliance. The role requires leadership of psychologists, therapists, and trainees, with a focus on evidence-based practice and patient safety.

You will collaborate with psychiatrists and other professionals, lead CPD initiatives, and drive clinical governance, audits, and quality improvement across the center.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or equivalent field is required.
• DHA eligibility or active DHA license as Clinical Psychologist is mandatory.
• Minimum 5–10 years of clinical experience post-qualification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical, operational, and professional activities within the Psychology Department.
• Ensure delivery of evidence-based psychological assessment and therapy services.
• Supervise treatment planning, clinical governance, and quality assurance processes.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate psychologists, therapists, and trainees.
• Ensure compliance with DHA regulations, ethical guidelines, and patient safety standards.
• Participate in clinical audits, accreditation reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitor departmental performance, scheduling, and patient flow.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, allied health professionals, and external referral networks.
• Lead CPD programs, clinical training, and DHA observership initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Team management

Communication

Quality assurance

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Clinical/Counseling Psychology

Job description

OPENMINDS Center in Dubai seeks an experienced Clinical Lead for the Psychology Department to oversee clinical operations, ensure quality service delivery, and maintain DHA compliance. The role requires leadership of psychologists, therapists, and trainees, with a focus on evidence-based practice and patient safety.

You will collaborate with psychiatrists and other professionals, lead CPD initiatives, and drive clinical governance, audits, and quality improvement across the center.