Counsellor (Psychologist)

NMIMS; Mumbai; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

NMIMS in Mumbai seeks a compassionate Counsellor (Psychologist) to support undergraduate students with individual and group counselling. The role involves applying evidence-based therapies and conducting workshops on mental health and wellness.

The candidate should handle sensitive student concerns with empathy and professionalism. The position requires a Master’s in Psychology (Clinical or Counselling) and relevant certifications, with at least 1 year of counselling experience in an academic

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Psychology (full-time) with clinical or counselling specialization.
• Professional certifications in counselling; CBT/REBT preferred.
• Minimum 1 year counselling experience with undergraduates.
• Experience handling sensitive issues with confidentiality.
• Experience in conducting workshops on mental health topics.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face counselling to students on campus.
• Offer online counselling sessions as required.
• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions.
• Apply evidence-based therapies such as CBT and REBT.
• Support students dealing with emotional, academic, and behavioural challenges including addictions.
• Organize and conduct workshops, webinars, and awareness programs on mental health topics.
• Participate in crisis intervention and management when needed.
• Develop and facilitate mental health content and programs.
• Maintain accurate records of counselling sessions and documentation.
• Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards in counselling.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Psychology (Clinical or Counselling)

Job description

Job Designation: Counsellor (Psychologist)

Job Summary:

We are looking for a qualified and compassionate Counsellor (Psychologist) to support the mental health and well-being of undergraduate students. The role involves providing individual and group counselling, applying evidence-based psychotherapies, and conducting workshops on mental health and wellness. The ideal candidate should be empathetic, ethical, and experienced in handling student-related concerns, including addiction issues.

Design ation

Counsellor (Psychologist)

Location

Mumbai

Department

Psychology

Key Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face counselling to students on campus
• Offer online counselling sessions as required
• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions
• Apply evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy
• Support students dealing with emotional, academic, and behavioural challenges, including addictions
• Organize and conduct workshops, webinars, and awareness programs on mental health topics
• Participate in crisis intervention and management when needed
• Develop and facilitate mental health content and programs
• Maintain accurate records of counselling sessions, including monthly client intake and documentation
• Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards in all counselling practices
• Strong understanding of psychological counselling techniques and mental health issues
• Ability to apply psychotherapies in real-life scenarios
• High level of empathy, integrity, and professionalism

Educational Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Psychology (full-time) with specialization in Clinical or Counselling Psychology from a reputed institute

Professional Certifications

• Certified in counselling courses from a recognized/prestigious institute
• Certification and supervised training in CBT and REBT (preferably under experts associated with the Albert Ellis Institute or equivalent)

Professional Experience

• Minimum 1 year of practical experience in counselling
• Experience working with undergraduate or university-level students
• Proven experience in handling sensitive issues with confidentiality
• Experience in conducting workshops on mental health topics

Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Empathy, patience, and active listening abilities
• Ability to handle crisis situations effectively
• Strong ethical judgment and confidentiality practices
• Organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to conduct workshops, group sessions, and awareness programs
• Adaptability to both in-person and online counselling environments