Senior Psychologist, Mumbai

Mumbai - India

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Role: Senior Psychologist Mumbai
Experience: 4-5 years
Salary: 4.8 - 6 LPA

Role Overview

This is a key leadership position based at a major Childrens Home and Observation Home. The role combines high-level program management and coordination with direct mental health interventions and counselling for children and youth residing in a Child Care Institution.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong grounding in child psychology an understanding of trauma-informed care within institutional settings and the ability to manage diverse stakeholders including government authorities and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

1. Centre Management & Institutional Coordination

Serve as the primary point of contact at the assigned Childrens Home and Observation Home.
Oversee the day-to-day implementation of all programs within the institution.
Coordinate closely with institutional staff including the Superintendent Probation Officers caretakers and teachers.
Ensure all interventions align with the JJ Act CWC/JJB processes and institutional protocols.
Support the planning and execution of workshops events and group programs.

2. Senior Counselling & Mental Health Support

Supervise junior counsellors interns and visiting mental health professionals through case discussions.
Review counselling reports before they are submitted to the JJB/CWC.
Provide direct counselling interventions to high-risk and high-need youth.
Facilitate therapeutic interventions reflective circles and group sessions using experiential or arts-based methods.
Offer crisis intervention and emotional support during critical incidents.

3. Stakeholder Engagement & External Coordination

Liaise with Child Welfare Committees (CWC) Juvenile Justice Boards (JJB) and allied government departments.
Conduct weekly circles with probation officers and children.
Provide periodic training for institution staff on trauma-informed care child behaviour and positive discipline.
Coordinate with external partners including psychiatrists hospitals and other NGOs.

4. Monitoring Reporting & Resource Management

Track outcomes related to childrens mental health behaviour change and participation.
Prepare annual reports programmatic narratives and documentation for donors.
Manage and monitor the allocated center-level program budget.
Support donor visits and share impact stories in alignment with child protection policies.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Psychology Masters in Management or Masters in Arts-Based Therapy.
Experience: Minimum 45 years of relevant experience with a preference for 23 years specifically in child care institutions or juvenile justice settings.
Language: Proficiency in English and Hindi is required; proficiency in Marathi is highly preferred.
Preferred Skills: Experience working with government institutions or in managerial/supervisory roles is a significant advantage.

Hiring Note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis. This job is first posted on Jan 15 2026 on GroundZero

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Role: Senior Psychologist MumbaiExperience: 4-5 yearsSalary: 4.8 - 6 LPA Role Overview This is a key leadership position based at a major Childrens Home and Observation Home. The role combines high-level program management and coordination with direct mental health interventions and counselling for...