Psychometric Tests Specialist

Dubai Government; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Dubai is looking for a Mental Health Professional to execute psychometric assessments and conduct screenings for clients. The ideal candidate should have a Master's Degree in Psychology and a minimum of 5 years experience in mental health, especially in trauma cases. Responsibilities include preparing reports, consulting materials for treatments, and counseling internal and external clients on personal issues. This role offers a chance to make a significant difference in the lives of victims.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years work experience in Mental Health with an emphasis on trauma.
• Ability to conduct mental and psychological health screenings.
• Experience in preparing psychometric assessments and reports.

Responsibilities

• Execute approved psychometric assessments on assigned clients.
• Prepare psychometric reports for assigned cases.
• Conduct mental health screenings for internal clients.
• Consult reference materials to assist in diagnosis and treatment.
• Counsel clients regarding stress and family situations.

Skills

Psychometric assessments

Crisis counseling

Mental health screening

Behavioral modification

Education

Master Degree in Psychology

Job description

About Dubai Foundation for Women and Children:

The Dubai Foundation for Women and Children is the first authorized non‑profit shelter and humanitarian care in the United Arab Emirates to care for women and children who are victims of domestic violence, child abuse, and victims of human trafficking. It was established in late 2007 in order to provide victims with immediate shelter, protection and support services, in accordance with international human rights conventions.

Responsibilities

• Execute approved psychometric assessments on all assigned clients by the management.
• Prepare and produce psychometric reports for the assigned cases.
• Conduct mental and psychological health screening for all internal clients admitted in the hostel.
• Consult reference material such as textbooks, manuals, and journals in order to identify symptoms, to make diagnoses, and to develop approaches to treatment.
• Counsel internal & external clients regarding problems such as stress and family situations, in order to modify behaviour and/or improve personal, social, and vocational adjustment.

Qualifications

• A Master Degree in Psychology or any relevant major pertaining to Psychology Services such as Counselling, Social Work, etc.
• A Minimum of 5 years of work experience in the field of Mental Health, with a particular emphasis on trauma.