Clinical Psychologist

Skills Hub Recruitment Solutions; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to improve mental well-being through assessments and therapy. This role involves collaboration with healthcare professionals and crisis intervention, requiring a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a license to practice. Ideal candidates will demonstrate empathy and problem-solving skills while providing evidence-based care.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in clinical psychology, including assessment and psychotherapy.
• Expertise in a variety of therapeutic modalities and interventions.
• Strong understanding of ethical guidelines and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough clinical assessments to understand patients' psychological needs.
• Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy to clients.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with clients.
• Respond to crisis situations and provide immediate psychological support.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic patient care.

Skills

Empathy and Compassion

Cultural Competence

Communication

Problem-Solving

Flexibility

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology

Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Clinical Psychologist in Abu Dhabi

Job description

Overview

We are urgently looking for a Clinical Psychologist with ABA Certification!!!

About Us

Skills Hub Recruitment is looking for its client which is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering comprehensive mental health services in Abu Dhabi. We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Psychologist to join our dynamic team. If you are dedicated to improving the mental well-being of individuals, possess strong clinical skills, and are committed to providing evidence-based psychological care, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Assessments:
  • Conduct thorough clinical assessments to understand patients' psychological needs, presenting issues, and mental health history.
  • Utilize a variety of assessment tools and methodologies to formulate accurate diagnoses.
• Individual and Group Therapy:
  • Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy to clients with diverse mental health concerns.
  • Implement therapeutic interventions tailored to the unique needs of each client.
• Treatment Planning:
  • Develop comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with clients, incorporating therapeutic goals and intervention strategies.
  • Periodically review and adjust treatment plans based on clients' progress.
• Crisis Intervention:
  • Respond to crisis situations and provide immediate psychological support to individuals in distress.
  • Collaborate with the crisis intervention team and other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team:
  • Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, social workers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic patient care.
  • Participate in case conferences and treatment planning meetings.
• Provide psychoeducation to clients and their families on mental health conditions, coping strategies, and treatment options.
• Conduct workshops or group sessions to promote mental health awareness.
• Documentation and Record Keeping:
  • Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including assessment reports, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and ethical guidelines.
• Supervision and Consultation:
  • Provide supervision to junior clinical staff and psychology interns as needed.
  • Offer consultation to other healthcare professionals on psychological aspects of patient care.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Clinical Psychologist in Abu Dhabi.
• Proven experience in clinical psychology, including assessment and psychotherapy.
• Expertise in a variety of therapeutic modalities and interventions.
• Strong understanding of ethical guidelines and professional standards.

Skills

• Empathy and Compassion:
  • Demonstrated ability to empathize and connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Cultural Competence:
  • Cultural sensitivity and competence in working with a multicultural client population.
• Communication:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to convey complex psychological concepts in an understandable manner.
• Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork with other healthcare professionals.
• Flexibility to adapt therapeutic approaches based on individual client needs.
• Ethical Conduct:
  • Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct in all aspects of clinical practice.
• Problem-Solving:
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex psychological issues.
• Deliver cognitive / brain training sessions to enhance short-term and long-term working memory, concentration, attention, processing speed, visual processing, logic, and reasoning.
• Conduct one on one sessions for the above.
• Conduct digital sessions for the above.