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 Children's 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 solid 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 Children's 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 children's 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: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Psychology, Master's in Management, or Master's in Arts-Based Therapy. Experience: Minimum 4–5 years of relevant experience, with a preference for 2–3 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 For any questions, ping us on WhatsApp Chat helpline : +91-(phone hidden)

📌 Senior Psychologist, Mumbai
🏢 Ground Zero
📍 Mumbai