Psychologist Job Snapshot - Role: Psychologist - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Mental Health Care - Function: Therapist - Experience: Relevant clinical experience with children, adolescents and/or adults - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
Position Overview Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking a qualified and compassionate Psychologist to join its team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will provide psychological assessments, counseling and therapeutic support to children, adolescents and adults experiencing emotional, behavioral, developmental and psychological difficulties. The role involves conducting clinical interviews, developing individualized treatment plans, providing psychotherapy and supporting clients in managing their mental health and wellbeing. The Psychologist will also work collaboratively with psychiatrists, physicians, therapists, schools and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated, client-centered care. Candidates with strong communication skills and the ability to support clients from diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants who speak Arabic and English, French and English, or English alongside another relevant language are particularly welcome.
Job Details
Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Mental Health Care - Function: Therapist - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychological assessments and clinical interviews with children, adolescents and adults.
- Evaluate clients presenting with emotional, behavioral, developmental and psychological concerns.
- Identify individual psychological needs through appropriate assessment and clinical evaluation.
- Use assessment findings to guide treatment recommendations and therapeutic planning.
- Communicate assessment outcomes and recommendations clearly and sensitively to clients and families.
Counseling and Psychological Therapy
- Provide individual counseling and psychotherapy according to clients ' psychological needs.
- Deliver family counseling where appropriate.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and client circumstances.
- Support clients experiencing emotional distress, behavioral difficulties and developmental concerns.
- Provide therapeutic support that promotes psychological wellbeing and personal development.
- Monitor client progress and review the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions.
- Adjust treatment plans when required to address changing needs and treatment outcomes.
- Maintain a compassionate, professional and client-centered approach throughout the therapeutic process.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, physicians, therapists, schools and other healthcare professionals.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions to support coordinated psychological care.
- Contribute psychological assessment findings and therapeutic recommendations to relevant care planning.
- Maintain effective communication with professionals involved in client support and treatment.
- Promote a holistic approach to psychological care that considers clients ' individual circumstances and wellbeing.
Client and Family Communication
- Establish professional and supportive therapeutic relationships with clients.
- Communicate effectively with children, adolescents, adults and their families.
- Explain psychological assessments, treatment approaches and therapeutic goals in clear and accessible language.
- Demonstrate sensitivity when supporting clients from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Maintain empathy, professionalism and respect throughout counseling and therapeutic interactions.
Clinical Documentation and Professional Standards
- Maintain accurate, organized and confidential clinical records.
- Document psychological assessments, treatment plans, therapeutic interventions and client progress.
- Protect client confidentiality in accordance with applicable professional and ethical requirements.
- Follow relevant UAE professional standards and requirements governing psychological practice.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and uphold ethical principles in client care.
- Deliver psychological services within the scope of applicable professional licensing requirements.
Qualifications and Education
Applicants should hold an appropriate qualification in a relevant field, as applicable to the position and professional scope of practice. Relevant qualifications include:
- Bachelor 's degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology or a related field.
- Master 's degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology or a related field.
The qualification must be appropriate to the intended professional role and applicable licensing requirements.
Professional Experience
- Relevant clinical experience working with children, adolescents and/or adults.
- Experience conducting psychological assessments and providing counseling or therapeutic support.
- Ability to work effectively with clients from culturally diverse backgrounds.
No specific minimum number of years of experience has been stated.
Professional Licensing Requirements
Candidates must meet the applicable UAE and Dubai professional licensing requirements for their intended scope of psychological practice.
Psychological Knowledge and Clinical Skills
- Strong psychological assessment and clinical interviewing skills.
- Knowledge of counseling and psychotherapy approaches relevant to the client population.
- Ability to develop individualized psychological treatment plans.
- Understanding of emotional, behavioral, developmental and mental health concerns.
- Ability to monitor therapeutic progress and adjust treatment approaches.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality and professional standards.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Preferred Areas of Experience
- Child and adolescent psychology.
- Behavioral and emotional difficulties.
- Anxiety, depression and stress management.
- Family and relationship counseling.
- Developmental concerns.
- Psychological assessments.
- School-related or learning difficulties.
- Adult mental health.
Language Preferences
- Arabic and English.
- French and English.
- English and another relevant language.
Personal and Professional Competencies
- Empathy and a compassionate approach to psychological care.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Professionalism and respect for client confidentiality.
- Ability to communicate sensitively with clients and families.
- Cultural awareness and adaptability.
- Commitment to client-centered care and psychological wellbeing.
- Effective collaboration with healthcare and educational professionals.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional and supportive clinical environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Exposure to a multicultural and diverse client population.
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
The specific salary amount has not been disclosed.
Work Environment
The successful candidate will work in a professional clinical environment in Dubai, supporting children, adolescents and adults with a range of psychological and emotional needs. The position provides opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals while delivering individualized psychological assessments, counseling and therapeutic interventions. This opportunity is suited to a qualified Psychologist who values compassionate care, professional ethics, cultural sensitivity and a collaborative approach to supporting clients ' mental health and wellbeing.