Psychologist

• Job title : Psychologist (M.SC /MA/ M.Phil Psychology)
• Division : Clinical
• Reporting to : Psychologist In-charge
• Location : Madurai

Purpose of the position:

• Responsible for providing outpatient psychological therapy to patient.

SUMMARY:

• Provides Individual/family counseling related to crisis intervention, chemical dependency, rating disorders, impact of disability/disease in patient and family-situational disturbance / stress / dysfunction.
• Provides psychological services for a variety of multi (specialty diagnostic treatment teams including: acting as liaison with appropriate referral sources and community agencies.
• Acts as instructor for educational sessions on related topics.
• 4. Develops programs pertinent to psychological needs of patients.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Interviews patient to obtain psychosocial history and conduct a psychosocial evaluation.
• Evaluates data and establishes treatment plan that provides measurable benefits to patient in a quality-focused, user-friendly and cost-effective fashion.
• If indicated by evaluation and treatment plan, engages in appropriate therapy within guidelines established in the department and/or by various managed care organizations with whom the department contracts for service.
• Involves patient in identifying and understanding presenting symptoms and current difficulties using a variety of modalities, including individual and group therapy.
• Assesses patient progress and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
• Maintains documentation on all case records in accordance with stated guidelines.
• Attends and participates in all departmental staff meetings, departmental / administration meetings and maintains department policies, procedures and quality assurance standards.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary meetings.
• Educates and communicates with other clinic departments, and consumer groups as requested.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Performs related work as required, including taking "call" as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Conducts psychological testing when clinically indicated or requested.
• This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements, responsibilities, knowledge, skills abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

Key Result Area (KRA)

• Accuracy and completeness of diagnoses
• Effectiveness of counseling
• Record Maintenance
• New Initiatives.

Academic & trades qualification:

• M.Sc / M Phil in Clinical Psychology.
• Knowledge:
• Knowledge of counseling concepts and techniques.
• Knowledge of how to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions.
• Knowledge of instructional methodology.

Work experience & skills:

• Prior experience in the mental health field or counseling. Instructional and public speaking experience.
• Program development experience. Clinical experience in counseling with adults and families.
• Skills:
• Skill in facilitation for therapy and education.
• Skill in communication and listening skills.
• Skill In counseling diverse patients and families.

Personal qualities & behavioural traits:

• Effective interactions, patience, kindness.
• Job Type: Full-time
• Job Types: Full-time, Fresher