Psychologist

The Hans Foundation; Delhi; On-site; INR 500,000 - 700,000; Part time

Job summary

The Hans Foundation is seeking a qualified School Psychologist to work on the Hans Wellness Centre project in Delhi NCR. The role involves providing mental health support to school students, conducting individual and group counselling, and coordinating with school staff and project managers.

The position is contract-based and renewable depending on project needs. You will work in a school clinic setting, handle assessments, and ensure confidential handling of student information, while

Qualifications

• Master-level degree in psychology with relevant field experience in child/adolescent mental health.
• Experience in school/educational settings preferred.
• Strong communication and counselling abilities in Hindi and English.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessment and screening.

Skills

Counselling skills

Communication

Hindi

English

Education

Master in Psychology/Applied Psychology/Counselling Psychology/Clinical Psychology

M.Phil/PhD in Psychology

Job description

The Hans Foundation (THF), established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works towards creating an equitable society to enhance the quality of life for all through the empowerment of marginalized and underprivileged communities in India. The Hans Foundation works for the health and well-being of remote and under-served groups, with an additional focus on children, persons with disabilities, and women. THF also works for holistic Education and Livelihood development of our communities. Our Two-Fold Strategy involves identifying and working within Aspirational Districts and high poverty index in the North, North-East, and East regions within specific states, as well as catering to lower-income and migratory populations in cities, through urban programs.

Over its 15 years of existence, THF has reached more than 57 million beneficiaries through its programs. THF works with communities through the direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing local management and monitoring support to not-for-profit organizations in India funded through THF USA and RIST.

About Project

The Hans Wellness Centre (Health services for students) has been conceptualized with a focus on school students' mental and physical well-being. The health professionals working on this project would be the backbone to steer the project toward the intended impact and the outcomes. The Hans Foundation has started its kind initiative to provide improvement in the physical, mental, and social well-being of school-age children in 24 schools of Delhi NCR, to help towards leading a healthy life. Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages and Sustainable Development and Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. THF is willing to implement this unique project which is the need of the hour in Govt and private schools of Delhi NCR.

Positions: 01

Location of Job: Delhi NCR

Type of Employment: Contractual, renewable based on project needs.

Few points to reflect upon as you apply for this role:

• Psychologist who are passionate to work in the social impact domain and ready to take on grassroots challenges which occur on a daily basis will be preferred.
• The school resources are limited, therefore, a Psychologist with “Can Do It” attitude will be a great fit for this opportunity.
• The psychologist will be working in a clinic situated in schools. Work conditions would be different and will have fewer facilities compared to private/govt. clinics.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out assessment and screening.
• Conduct individual counseling sessions and group life skill sessions of students for all designated classes.
• Ensure the correct and safe delivery of clinical services to the students.
• Evaluate and report on student progress, maintain the confidentiality of such cases.
• Updates the data on the App (designed for the project) and keeps track of the same).
• Help students to overcome learning disabilities or emotional issues.
• Research new methods to improve children’s well-being.
• Resolve classroom or school crises about mental health issues.
• Listen to students’ concerns about academic, emotional, or social issues.
• Administer and evaluate psychological tests and prepare reports.
• Provide support services to students at all levels.
• Mentor and support teachers of high-risk children.
• Counselling teachers, parents, and caregivers about issues.
• Develop programs to address behavior issues and learning difficulties.
• Guide parents in facilitating children’s progress.
• Conduct mental health programs in the school.
• Home visits to students’ homes as per the instructions from Project Manager
• Documentation – monthly report, progress deck, case/success stories, SOP.
• Any other work assigned by THF.

Reporting to

Medical Officer from THF, and Nodal teacher/principal in the school.

Other Indicative Requirements

Educational Qualifications

• Master in Psychology/ Applied Psychology/Counselling Psychology/ Clinical Psychology
• Health Psychology with relevant experience in field of child and adolescent mental health and child counselling.

• M. Phil/PhD in Psychology with Masters in Psychology/ Applied Psychology/ Counselling Psychology/ Clinical Psychology/ Health Psychology.

Functional / Technical Skills and Relevant Experience & Other requirements (Behavioural, Language, Certifications, etc.)

• Experience working in the field/clinic for 2-5 years.
• Candidate must have good communication skills in Hindi & English.

Candidate with prior experience in the social development sector/community-based project would be preferred.

Required Skills & Competences

• Good working knowledge of principles, methods and procedures for diagnosis and treatment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Behave Politely with children or any other person in school.
• Strong understanding of state education policies and regulations.
• Effective communication and counselling skills.
• Integrity and professionalism.
• State license to work as a school psychologist.
• In depth knowledge and experience in individual, group and family psychology.
• Problem solver and innovative.
• Good organizational and time management skill.
• Giving close attention to details and demonstrated ability to handle sensitive or confidential information.

THF is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other such matter.