PSYCHOLOGIST

Job Title: Psychologist

Location: Hazra Head Office (Kolkata) – with regular travel to Pathfinder centres
Salary Range: ₹13,000 – ₹18,000 per month
Employment Type: Full-Time
Gender Preference: Female candidates preferred

About Pathfinder:

Pathfinder is a leading educational institution committed to nurturing academic excellence and overall student development. We believe in supporting students not only through academic guidance but also through mental and emotional well-being.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Psychologist to support the mental wellness and emotional needs of our students. This role requires conducting individual and group counselling sessions, organizing wellness programs, and being actively involved in addressing student concerns across multiple centres.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual and group counselling sessions for students
• Visit Pathfinder centres regularly to ensure mental health support is accessible to all
• Identify behavioural, emotional, and psychological issues affecting student performance
• Provide psychological first aid and early intervention
• Design and lead student wellness programs, seminars, and workshops
• Collaborate with faculty and academic staff to support students' emotional and academic success
• Maintain confidential records and prepare basic reports

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Psychology (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology preferred)
• Freshers or candidates with up to 2 years of experience may apply
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage with teenagers and young adults
• Flexibility and willingness to travel across Pathfinder centres
• Compassionate, approachable, and student-focused mindset
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Work Timings:

As per institutional hours, with flexibility based on session schedules and centre visits.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹11,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Internet reimbursement
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kalighat, Kolkata, West Bengal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Psychotherapy: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person