Psychologist

THF; Ghaziabad District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hans Foundation (THF) invites applications for two contractual, renewable school psychologist positions to support its Hans Wellness project in Delhi NCR schools. You will conduct assessments, provide individual and group counselling, and support students, teachers and families with mental health programs.

Ideal candidates hold a Master/PhD in psychology with child/adolescent mental health experience, fluent in Hindi and English, and be licensed to practice as school psychologists.

Qualifications

• Master/PhD in psychology with focus on child and adolescent mental health.
• M.Phil/PhD acceptable in related psychology fields.
• Experience in health psychology and counselling is advantageous.
• 2–3 years field/clinic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessment and screening.
• Conduct individual and group counselling sessions.
• Provide mental health support in schools.
• Monitor student progress and report on outcomes.
• Maintain data and regular reports.
• Counsel teachers and parents on issues.
• Home visits as directed by the Project Manager.
• Documentation – monthly reports and case stories.
• Ensure confidentiality and professional integrity.

Skills

Communication skills

Hindi & English

Education policy knowledge

Counselling skills

Professional integrity

License for school psychologist

Psychology knowledge

Problem solving

Time management

Confidential information handling

Education

Master in Psychology

M.Phil/PhD in Psychology

Health Psychology exposure

Job description

The Hans Foundation (THF), established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works towards creating an equitable society to enhance quality of life for all through the empowerment of marginalized and underprivileged communities in India. The Hans Foundation works for the Health and Wellbeing 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 35 million beneficiaries through its programs. THF works with communities through direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing local management and monitoring support to not-for-profit organisations in India funded through THF USA and RIST.

Background of the Project

Project: Hans Wellness

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 50+ 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.

1. General Information

• Type of Employment: Contractual, renewable basis project requirements
• No. of Position: 02
• Reporting to: Medical officer from THF, Nodal teacher/principal in the school

2. Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out assessment and screening.
• Conduct individual counselling 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.
• Homevisits 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.

3. Other Indicative Requirements

• 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.

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

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

• Experience working in the field/clinic for 2-3 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.

Working days and Timings

Monday - Saturday

Timings - 08:00am to 04:00 pm, 8 hours of duty

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.