Psychologist LN

PsyDin; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,339,000 - 2,009,000; Full time

Job summary

International Medical Corps in Karachi, Pakistan seeks a psychologist to provide mental health and psychosocial support services, including individual and group counselling and psychotherapy. The role works within a multidisciplinary team and participates in supervision and staff trainings.

The position requires a Master's degree in psychology and a license to practice, with 3 or more years of mental health experience, preferably in NGO settings. Fluency in English and Arabic is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology and/or license to practice psychology required.
• 3+ years experience in mental health and NGO settings preferred.
• Arabic and English language abilities are essential.
• Experience working with refugees or in humanitarian contexts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based psychological services for clients and families.
• Engage with clinical and supportive supervision.
• Work in a mental health case management team with other service providers.
• Develop care plans collaboratively with clients.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and conduct risk assessments.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in psychology

Licensed to practice psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Full-time Karachi, Pakistan

Employer: International Medical Corps

Location: Karachi, Pakistan

Job ID: 5163

Date Needed By: July 1, 2026

Closing Date: June 30, 2026

Category: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)

The psychologist will provide mental health and psychosocial support services, individual and group counselling and psychotherapy.

Main Tasks And Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based psychological services for clients and their families with mental health conditions and psychosocial issues


• Engage with clinical and supportive supervision


• Work as part of a mental health case management team along with other service providers


• Support the delivery of trainings for staff on topics relevant to psychological practice and case management


• Develop care plans that are individualized and mutually developed with the client


• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders


• Conduct risk assessments and advise staff on carrying out risk assessments and the development of safety plans


• Remain up to date on evidence-based psychological interventions and advances in the field of psychology


• Promote Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) through community-based activities

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology and/or holding a license to practice psychology is essential


• Experience with an NGO (preferred)


• 3+ years experience in mental health preferred


• Master at least one psychotherapy technique


• Knowledge in protection, especially as it relates to people with mental health and psychosocial concerns (preferred)


• Computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Office


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Arabic and English language ability is essential


• Languages: English, Urdu, Pushto, Sindi


• Experience working with a non-governmental organization and/or with refugees (preferred)

International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering.