Clinical Psychologist / Psychiatric Social Worker at Dharwad Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (DIMHANS), Dharwad

Job Description: Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Psychologist / Psychiatric Social Worker under the National Health Mission-funded project “Karnataka State Tele-MANAS Cell-2”. The role involves providing tele-based mental health services, coordinating with stakeholders, and engaging in mental health research and education.

Website: https://dimhans.karnataka.gov.in 

Location: Dharwad, Karnataka

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Provide tele-based therapeutic services, IQ assessments, and facilitate disability benefits.
  • Support and coordinate with the entire human resource of Tele-MANAS.
  • Liaise with legal authorities and execute Tele-MANAS activities.
  • Conduct disability benefits programs, psycho-education, and awareness campaigns.
  • Develop training materials, supervise mental health field workers and Tier 1 care providers.
  • Conduct scientific research to evaluate mental health delivery.
  • Provide crisis intervention and case-based tele-psychotherapy.
  • Undertake any other duties assigned by authorities.

Duration: Initial appointment for 11 months, extendable based on performance and project needs.

Joining Date: Nil 

Eligibility Criteria:

  • M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology (RCI recognized) or
    M.Phil. in Psychiatric Social Work (RCI or UGC recognized).
  • Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking Kannada.
  • Age limit: 40 years (Relaxation as per rules).
  • Desirable:
    • Academic honors and fellowships
    • Ph.D. or additional clinical/telemedicine training
    • Indexed publications
    • Experience with multidisciplinary teams

How to apply/Contact details:

  • Apply with required documents (CV, qualification proof, etc.) from the website 
  • Application fee: ₹1000/- for Gen/OBC; ₹500/- for SC/ST. Payable as DD in favor of The Director, DIMHANS, Dharwad
  • Submit applications by post or in person to: The Director, DIMHANS, Dharwad
  • Contact:

Application form at:  https://dimhans.karnataka.gov.in

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