Clinical Psychologist – SKMC – Sakina – ClinicalPsychology

The Clinical Psychologist will independently provide high-quality psychological assessment, consultation, and intervention services to individuals, families, and groups. The role involves formulating risk assessments, managing complex clinical presentations, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and contributing to service development. The psychologist will also support quality improvement, staff education, and evidence-based practices in mental health care.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Services

• Deliver specialist psychological assessments and therapy for patients across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings.
• Develop individualized intervention plans, incorporating multiple psychological models and complex developmental factors.
• Coordinate and formulate clinical risk assessments and contribute to care planning.
• Provide therapy to individuals, groups, and families with severe psychological difficulties.
• Deliver expert consultation to multi-disciplinary teams on psychological formulations and interventions.
• Ensure high clinical standards and culturally sensitive service delivery.

Operational & Managerial

• Support service coverage across departments, including mental health, inpatient, and outpatient units.
• Collaborate with senior psychologists and other clinical leaders to ensure smooth operations.
• Prioritize and manage caseloads based on complexity and acuity of psychological presentations.

Quality & Safety

• Maintain rigorous confidentiality and compliance with infection control and patient safety standards.
• Document all interventions and progress notes in accordance with clinical protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and risk management processes.

Education & Professional Development

• Contribute to training programs for junior staff, nurses, and residents.
• Engage in continuing education, seminars, and mandatory training for license renewal.
• Participate in team meetings, internal committees, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Psychology (Clinical or Counseling Psychology).
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in a hospital, clinic, or mental health setting.
• Eligible for UAE practice license (DoH / MOH / DHA).
• Experience working with diverse and complex mental health populations.

Preferred

• Arabic speaker.
• Prior experience in the UAE or GCC region.
• Training in specialized therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care).

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced clinical formulation and risk assessment skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Cultural sensitivity and client-centered approach.
• Ability to work independently and within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Proficient in clinical documentation and electronic health records.