Counselling Psychologist

About The University The University of York Mumbai exists for public valuable, combining academic excellence with social purpose. As a world-leading institution and a member of the prestigious Russell Group, we bring together outstanding research and teaching with purposeful community engagement. The University of York's global reputation rests on its outstanding achievements in teaching and research and is one of only four universities in the UK, alongside Oxford, Cambridge and Imperial College London, that is both in the top ten in the UK for research quality, and gold-rated for teaching.

The Mumbai campus brings the York experience to India, offering undergraduate and postgraduate education in Computer Science, Business and Finance, and Creative Industries. Its teaching and research address the needs of Mumbai, India and the wider global community.

Role: Counselling Psychologist

Department: Chief Academic Services Office (CASO)

Location: University of York Mumbai, Powai (on site)

Working pattern: Full-time on UoYM payroll, five days per week, eight hours per day

Reports to: Chief Academic Services Officer

Experience: 2–4 years of relevant post-qualification experience, preferably in counselling and providing psychological support to young adults.

About The Role The Counselling Psychologist will provide counselling and wellbeing support to students and staff, including students under 18. The role combines individual support and early intervention with campus-wide initiatives that help the university community access appropriate care.

Key Responsibilities

- Counselling and assessment Provide counselling and undertake psychological assessments within the agreed scope of practice. Identify mental health risks, develop safety plans and refer cases requiring specialist assessment or care.




- Safeguarding and crisis response Follow university safeguarding procedures for minors. Explain the limits of confidentiality, escalate concerns through designated channels and involve parents or guardians as required under the agreed safeguarding protocol.
- Continuity of support Coordinate follow-up, urgent psychiatric or emergency referrals and handovers under the agreed after-hours and leave-cover arrangements.
- Records and quality Maintain confidential records of sessions, risk assessments and safety plans. Contribute to monthly quality reviews.

- Wellbeing outreach and training Lead awareness initiatives and train faculty and frontline staff to recognize concerns and make appropriate referrals.
- Supporting students and staff One-on-one, small group sessions to address academic stress and other relevant issues.
- A community that thrives Supporting the development of UOYM as a thriving, learning, community, with strong peer support.
- Clinical supervision and development Participate in monthly clinical supervision and continuing professional development, including training in approved AI-assisted care tools where applicable.

What We Are Looking For

- Educational Qualifications M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology, Clinical Psychology or Counselling Psychology, or M.Phil./PhD in Psychology, together with an appropriate RCI-recognized professional qualification.
- Professional Registration Valid registration with the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) in the relevant professional category is mandatory.




- Experience 2–4 years of relevant post-qualification experience, preferably in counselling and providing psychological support to young adults.

Experience working with minors, safeguarding procedures, risk assessment and safety planning is desirable.

- Counselling and Clinical Skills Proficiency in evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness, with the ability to provide psychosocial support, individual and group counselling, and psychological interventions within the candidate’s professional scope of practice.
- Communication and Inclusion Strong interpersonal communication, empathy and active listening skills, with an understanding of neurodiversity, learning differences and inclusive practices.
- Student Wellbeing Ability to support students and staff with emotional, psychological and academic concerns while maintaining confidentiality, professional ethics and appropriate referral procedures.

Committed to a Diverse and Inclusive Future We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, irrespective of caste, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other characteristic.

We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of India and the world, and where everyone has an equal opportunity to contribute to our shared success.

How To Apply

Please submit your application including an updated CV with educational qualifications, current compensation details, expected compensation, notice period/earliest date of joining, and contact details for two professional references.

Contact Us

One Boulevard, Hiranandani Gardens, MHADA Colony 19, Powai, Mumbai [email protected] york.ac.uk/global/mumbai

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