Clinical Psychologist

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments using standardized clinical tools.
• Diagnose and develop individualized treatment plans for clients.
• Provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Manage clients with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other psychological conditions.
• Develop and implement rehabilitation and relapse prevention programmes.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, assessment reports, and treatment records.
• Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, counsellors, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment interventions where necessary.
• Participate in case conferences, multidisciplinary meetings, and clinical reviews.
• Provide psychoeducation to clients and their families.
• Uphold professional ethics, confidentiality, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology (Mandatory).
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the relevant professional regulatory body in Kenya.
• Valid practising licence will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification clinical experience, preferably within a rehabilitation centre, psychiatric hospital, mental health facility, or addiction treatment setting.
• Demonstrated experience conducting psychological assessments and delivering psychotherapy.
• Strong understanding of DSM-5/ICD diagnostic frameworks and evidence-based treatment models.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, report writing, and counselling skills.
• High level of professionalism, empathy, integrity, and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.