Psychologist - Pishin

Indus Hospital; Pishin; On-site; PKR 670,000 - 1,339,000; Full time

Job summary

Indus Hospital in Pakistan seeks an experienced psychologist to conduct psychosocial assessments and provide individual and group therapy. The role involves applying WHO-recommended interventions, delivering PFA in crisis situations, and coordinating referrals for severe cases.

The candidate should hold a Master in Clinical Psychology or related field and have 2–3 years of relevant experience, with a focus on trauma, GBV, and community mental health in women-friendly spaces.

Qualifications

• Master level degree in psychology or social sciences.
• 2–3 years of relevant clinical experience required.
• Experience in CBT, PFA, and psychotherapy with diverse clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial and psychological assessments using validated tools.
• Provide individual and group psychotherapy and counselling sessions.
• Manage cases of anxiety, depression, trauma, and related disorders using established interventions.
• Deliver psychological first aid in crisis situations and post-violence contexts.
• Refer severe cases to specialized services in coordination with medical staff.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Counselling

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Record keeping

Education

Master in Clinical Psychology

Master in Psychology

Master in Social Sciences

Tools

DSM-5

WHO MH GAP guidelines

IASC MHPSS guidelines

Job description

Experience

2-3 years experience

Education

Master in Clinical Psychology/ Psychology /Social Sciences

Last Date

07-Nov-2026

Job Description

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, behavioral, 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 specialized services in coordination with medical staff and protection actors.
• Train LHVs, and Community Mobilizers 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 programs in Women Friendly Spaces and community outreach.
• Support the de-stigmatization 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 program evaluations.
• Report progress, challenges, and case outcomes to supervisor.
• Collaborate with protection team (GBV), LHV’s, and Community Mobilizers to ensure integrated, survivor-cantered care (prioritizes 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 specialized 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, summarizing activities, case data, Counseling session and therapeutic interventions.
• Ensure completion of the assigned target number of beneficiaries within each quarter in alignment with program 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.”