Psychological Therapist Jobs in Saudi Arabia

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أخصائي نفسي

أخصائي نفسي

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TALEMIA educational

Seasonal

About the Role

A psychologist works at the Prince Sultan Center for Special Education Support Services, which is one of the centers affiliated with TALEMIA Educational Company. This role aims to provide comprehensive psychological assessment for beneficiaries, identifying their capabilities in cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral aspects using standardized official measures. The role also seeks to address or mitigate undesirable behaviors, motivations, and thoughts, and improve beneficiaries' relationships, social skills, and mental health through the application of a range of psychological methods and behavior modification strategies.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments for beneficiaries using standardized official measures and tests, such as intelligence scales, adaptive behavior scales, and diagnostic scales.
  • Interpret the results of applied measures and tests and prepare detailed psychological reports that include health, social, family, behavioral, and academic aspects, in addition to clinical observations, diagnostic impressions, and recommendations.
  • Identify and analyze behavioral problems and psychological disorders experienced by the beneficiary using appropriate strategies such as behavior modification techniques to acquire desirable behaviors and reduce undesirable ones.
  • Apply therapeutic methods based on psychological theories such as psychoanalysis, guided imagery, and cognitive therapy.
  • Implement the unit/department/center's mechanisms, procedures, and policies, and ensure the safe use of devices, equipment, and assistive tools.
  • Document session proceedings in the beneficiary's electronic file (HIS) according to approved forms and standards.
  • Follow up on the beneficiary's commitment to attend scheduled sessions in the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
  • Prepare weekly/monthly/annual reports and statistics as requested.
  • Effective communication and collaboration with the team to provide services with the highest quality standards.
  • Participate with the multidisciplinary team to identify the beneficiary's needs for the center's services.
  • Improve and develop programs, plans, and services based on technical knowledge, techniques, assessment results, and studies and research.
  • Implement individual and group programs and activities inside or outside the center as per specialization.
  • Participate in delivering lectures and workshops to beneficiaries' families, specialists, or the general public in the field of specialization.
  • Develop self-skills that contribute to improving the quality of work outcomes.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of beneficiary information.

Qualifications and Knowledge Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree as a minimum in a relevant field.
  • At least two years of practical experience in a related field.
  • Possession of a professional practice license.
  • Thorough understanding of various psychotherapy theories.
  • Familiarity with psychological disorders and behavioral problems.
  • Ability to conduct interviews and case studies.
  • Ability to apply standardized official measures and tests.

Work Environment and Collaboration

Work is conducted at the Prince Sultan Center for Special Education Support Services, part of TALEMIA Educational Company. The role requires effective collaboration with the team to provide integrated services, and to seek and provide technical consultations from relevant departments. Work also includes participation in various meetings as needed, and contributing to improving the beneficiary's experience by measuring their satisfaction with the provided service.

Training and Development

The role includes training families to achieve the goals of the Individualized Education Program in the home environment. It also requires the job holder to continuously strive to develop self-skills that contribute to improving the quality of work outcomes, and to participate in developmental suggestions for the unit/department/center.

breifcase5-10 years

locationRiyadh

9 days ago
أخصائي علاج بالفن

أخصائي علاج بالفن

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TALEMIA educational

Seasonal

About the Role

TALEMIA Educational is looking for an Art Therapist to join its team at the King Sultan Center for Supported Education in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role focuses on enhancing the psychological well-being of beneficiaries by integrating art making into therapeutic sessions, using art as a tool to address behavioral, emotional, and social challenges.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Mastery of art expression techniques and art therapy strategies.
  • Application of various psychological theories to understand and address behavioral, emotional, and social issues.
  • Identification and analysis of behavioral, emotional, and social issues using appropriate strategies, including raising awareness of the importance of art for the psychological well-being of the beneficiary.
  • Use of art techniques such as drawing and sculpting to acquire desired behaviors and reduce undesired behaviors.
  • Implementation of session plans, procedures, and center programs, using safe and appropriate equipment and aids.
  • Conducting beneficiary assessments according to the standards set by the center.
  • Achieving individual therapeutic education goals, and participating in the development and implementation of individual educational goals.
  • Training individuals to achieve their therapeutic goals in the home environment.
  • Documenting session information in the HIS electronic system, and monitoring beneficiary adherence to scheduled sessions.
  • Preparing necessary reports for beneficiaries and management (weekly/monthly/annually).
  • Effective communication and collaboration with the center team to provide high-quality services.
  • Participation with the multidisciplinary team to identify beneficiary needs for center services.
  • Improving programs, plans, and services based on technical knowledge, assessment results, and studies.
  • Implementing individual and group programs (audio-visual) inside or outside the center, and participating in development initiatives.
  • Participating in delivering lectures and workshops for beneficiaries, specialists, and the public.
  • Maintaining the confidentiality of beneficiary information.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree as a minimum in the specialization.
  • At least two years of practical experience.
  • Candidate has completed art therapy training courses.
  • One year of internship in a hospital or therapeutic rehabilitation center (advanced).

Core Skills

  • Mastery of art techniques such as drawing and sculpting.
  • Ability to apply art therapy strategies.
  • Understanding of various psychological theories.
  • Ability to identify and analyze behavioral, emotional, and social issues.
  • Skills in applying therapeutic methods based on psychological theories.
  • Ability to implement session plans and procedures.
  • Proficiency in using safe equipment and aids.
  • Skills in conducting beneficiary assessments.
  • Ability to prepare various reports.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to provide technical consultations.
  • Skills in developing self-skills.
  • Commitment to maintaining information confidentiality.

Work Environment and Contract

The work location is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within the King Sultan Center for Supported Education. The type of work is defined as a contract. The required experience for this role ranges between 5-10 years.

breifcase5-10 years

locationRiyadh

9 days ago
Social Worker - Tamheer

Social Worker - Tamheer

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AMAD Hospital

Internship

About the Role

AMAD Hospital is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of the Tamheer internship program. This role is integral to providing essential support to patients and their families during challenging periods. The Social Worker will focus on safeguarding vulnerable individuals, including children and adults, and ensuring care aligns with international standards, hospital practices, policies, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide proactive support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Ensure the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals, including children and adults, from harm.
  • Deliver care in accordance with international standards, established practices, policies, and procedures.
  • Contribute to the development and consistent adherence to Allied Health service standards.
  • Act as a role model by developing and supporting the Allied Health Service team to achieve high clinical and operational performance standards.
  • Collaborate with nursing and allied health staff, interdisciplinary teams, executive officers, and other stakeholders in program and service development, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Undertake business development activities to market, promote, and profile the service to patients, referrers, and the public.
  • Actively participate in the Kingdom Organ Donation Program, offering support and counseling to families of brain death cases.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Possession of a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Social Work.
  • A valid license or registration to practice your specialty from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of KSA Health Regulations.
  • Experience with international accreditation processes, such as holding a Certificate of Patient Experience Professional (CPXP), is desirable.

Required Skills

  • Social Work expertise
  • Patient Support capabilities
  • Safeguarding knowledge
  • Adherence to Care Standards
  • Allied Health Service Development understanding
  • Clinical Performance skills
  • Operational Performance skills
  • Team Development abilities
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Program Development, Implementation, and Evaluation
  • Service Marketing and Promotion
  • Business Development acumen
  • Organ Donation Program Support
  • Counseling skills
  • Patient Experience focus

Work Context

This is an internship position within the Tamheer program at AMAD Hospital, located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role is designed for individuals with 0-1 year of experience, offering an opportunity to gain practical experience in a healthcare setting.

breifcase0-1 years

locationRiyadh

12 days ago
School Counselor

School Counselor

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SEK International Schools

Full-time

About the Role

SEK International Schools is seeking a School Counselor to join its community in Al Wajh, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position focuses on supporting students in the Early Years and Primary sections, with an emphasis on student well-being, emotional development, and addressing barriers to learning. The role requires 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Role Context and Collaboration

The School Counselor will report directly to the Head of School. This role is integral to a small inclusion team, working closely with the EAL/SEN Support Specialist. The primary focus is on supporting young children and students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), making experience in SEN support essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and group counseling sessions, crisis intervention, and social-emotional learning lessons. Experience with frameworks such as RULER is highly regarded.
  • Serve as the school's Safeguarding Lead, ensuring student safety and well-being.
  • Collaborate with the SEN support teacher to assist students with language barriers and special educational needs, including contributing to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Assist students in overcoming emotional or psychological challenges that affect learning, and work with teachers to implement appropriate support strategies.
  • Liaise with teachers, parents, and administrators to coordinate referrals and ensure holistic student support.
  • Maintain accurate records, analyze data to identify student needs, attend meetings, and engage in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications and Experience

  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
  • Proven experience working with young children and students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
  • Essential experience in SEN support.
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience is required.

Required Skills and Attributes

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with the RULER framework is highly regarded.
  • Demonstrated experience with Special Educational Needs (SEN) support.
  • Ability to provide counseling and emotional support.
  • Crisis intervention skills.
  • Effective collaboration and teamwork.
  • Proficiency in record-keeping and data analysis.
  • Flexibility and adaptability, particularly within a small school environment.

Work Environment and Additional Information

This is a full-time position located in Al Wajh, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. As part of a small inclusion team, flexibility is essential, and the scope of responsibilities may adapt based on student needs and team qualifications. SEK Education Group utilizes technology tools with artificial intelligence capabilities in its recruitment processes, with all application decisions made by a member of the team.

breifcase2-5 years

locationTabuk

9 days ago