Job : Psychologist, Learning SupportWorkLocation : QatarOrganization : Student AffairsWork Days : Sunday-ThursdaySponsorship Eligibility : YesPosting End Date : September 12, 2024Position SummaryThe position is responsible forconducting psychological assessments and performing requiredinterventions to ensure student health and wellness.JobResponsibilities
- Implements programs to evaluate,address, and monitor student s mental health and personal andprofessional development.
- Monitors and assesses existingmental health conditions of students, including but not limited tocrisis intervention, relationship management, learningdifficulties, mood disorders, professionalism, adjustment tocampus, etc.
- Conducts psychological assessments,maintains confidentiality, provides evaluation reports, and timelyreferrals.
- Performs academic skills assessments andcoordinates appropriate assistance for students with specificlearning needs.
- Assists with student programs andservices and coordinates with WCMC-Q faculty, staff, and affiliatepartners, including WCMC-New York, Cornell University Ithaca, HamadMedical Corporation, Sidra and Qatar Foundation asrequired.
- Supports in developing and implementing studenthealth and wellness programs, collaborating with various internalteams to ensure smooth delivery.
- Supports the developmentand maintenance of policies and procedures manual, ensuringcompliance and consistency in area of operations.
- Performother duties as assigned.Education & Experience
- Master s degree (M.A., M.S., M.Ed.) in clinical or counsellingpsychology with 5 6 years of experience in psychological assessmentcounselling promoting mental health and well-being.
- Licensed professional to conduct psychological assessment andcounselling.
- Prior experience in healthcare education orhigher education setup is highly desirable.Knowledge, Skills andAbilities
- Knowledge of psychological theories,principles, and evidence-based interventions.
- Thoroughknowledge of mental health issues affecting young people.
- Knowledge of ethical and legal standards related to the practice ofpsychology.
- Empathy, compassion, and the ability toestablish and maintain therapeutic relationships.
- Abilityto manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact andprofessionalism.
- Attention to detail, strong organizationskills, and ability to multi-task within demandingtimeframes.
- Ability to work in a multiculturalenvironment.
- Proficient in spoken and written English andArabic (desirable).
- Proficient in MS Office Suite ofproducts Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,etc.