Psychologist (Muslim Bagh)

Indus Hospital; Muslim Bagh; On-site; PKR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Indus Hospital in Muslim Bagh invites a Psychologist to join the Community Health Directorate. The role focuses on psychosocial assessments and delivering individual and group psychotherapy for clients with emotional or trauma-related challenges.

With a Master in Clinical Psychology and 4–5 years of experience, you will train LHVs and community mobilisers, uphold ethical care per WHO MH GAP, and contribute to programme reporting and evaluation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Clinical Psychology or related field.
• 4-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in psychosocial assessments and psychotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial and psychological assessments using validated tools.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy or counselling sessions.
• Manage cases of anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders using WHO-recommended interventions.
• Deliver psychological first aid and mental health support in crisis situations.
• Refer severe cases to specialised services in coordination with staff.

Skills

Counselling

Psychological assessment

Group therapy

Education

Master in Clinical Psychology

Tools

WHO MH GAP guidelines

IASC MHPSS

Job description

Psychologist (Muslim Bagh) - Community Health Directorate

Experience

4-5 years of preferably relevant experience.

Education

Master in Clinical Psychology/ Psychology /Social Sciences

Last Date

28-Aug-2026

Job Description

Locations:

TASKS & ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Conduct psychosocial and psychological assessments using validated screening tools.
• Provide one‑on‑one and group‑based psychotherapy or counselling sessions for clients experiencing emotional, behavioural, or trauma‑related difficulties.
• Manage cases of anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, and adjustment disorders using WHO‑recommended psychological interventions (e.g., CBT, Problem Management Plus, Interpersonal Therapy).
• Deliver psychological first aid (PFA) and immediate mental health support in crisis or post‑violence situations (e.g., GBV, displacement trauma).
• Refer clients with severe mental illnesses or psychiatric emergencies to specialised services in coordination with medical staff and protection actors.
• Train LHVs, and Community Mobilisers on basic psychological skills, communication, and mental health promotion.
• Ensure quality, ethical care, and adherence to WHO MH GAP and IASC MHPSS guidelines and DSM 5.
• Contribute to the design and facilitation of psychoeducation, stress management sessions, and group therapy programmes in Women Friendly Spaces and community outreach.
• Support the de‑stigmatisation of mental health through advocacy and engagement with local influencers and faith leaders.
• Maintain accurate, confidential client records and treatment plans.
• Monitor mental health trends and contribute to programme evaluations.
• Report progress, challenges, and case outcomes to supervisor.
• Collaborate with protection team (GBV), LHV’s, and Community Mobilisers to ensure integrated, survivor‑centric care (prioritises the rights, safety, dignity, and well‑being of survivors of violence and abuse). Need base
• Uphold confidentiality, informed consent, do‑no‑harm, and non‑discrimination principles in all interventions.
• Actively participate in inter‑agency mental health and protection coordination forums where relevant.
• Will undertake direct psychotherapy for clients diagnosed with moderate to severe mental health conditions such as anxiety disorders, depression, trauma‑related disorders, and other mental health challenges that require clinical intervention.
• To ensure that clients exhibiting symptoms of Severe Mental Illness (SMI) are referred appropriately to specialised mental health services, including psychiatrists or inpatient care, as per the established referral pathway.
• Must submit weekly and monthly progress reports to the Project Manager, summarising activities, case data, Counseling session and therapeutic interventions.
• Ensure completion of the assigned target number of beneficiaries within each quarter in alignment with programme goals and reporting timelines.
• Any other task assigned by the supervisor.

Note: “Indus Hospital & Health Network is an employer that does not tolerate Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.”