Psychologist at the Oleaster

The Oleaster is a Behavioral Health Center that provides a holistic treatment approach needed to fight addiction and other mental health issues. Our Client-first philosophy, licensed and empathetic staff allow us to meet you wherever you are in your recovery journey.

We work closely with you to develop a treatment plan that meets your individual needs. Our integrative approach combines today’s most effective treatment strategies with long-standing, evidenced-based techniques to help you achieve lasting recovery. The Oleaster is located in the heart of Nigeria - Abuja.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Psychologist

Location: Abuja
The reporting to: The Head of Accounts

Job Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment and consultation services.
• Diagnose psychological, emotional or behavioral disorders of patients and develop treatment plan.
• Provide therapy to groups and individuals.
• Develop and implement individual treatment plan for different age groups (children inclusive).
• Work with multidisciplinary team alongside doctors, nurses and social workers, psychiatrists and occupational therapists.
• Facilitate diverse group therapeutic sessions.
• Counsel individuals and groups regarding problems such as stress, substance abuse, and family situations, in order to modify behavior.
• Guide clients in the development of their skills or strategies for dealing with their problems.
• Have an understanding of Bio Psychosocial Approach for assessment and treatment plan for every patient.
• Select, administer, score, and interpret psychological tests in order to obtain information on individuals' intelligence, achievements, interests, and personalities.
• Be conversant with different treatment methods like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy, talk therapy, person-centered therapy etc.
• Be conversant with the electronic medical record system for proper documentation of progress notes and treatment plan.
• Coordinate family-inclusive therapy to assist them in understanding, dealing with or supporting patients.
• Psycho educate client on the importance of medication compliance.
• Learn about new developments in counselling by reading professional literature, attending courses and seminars or establishing and maintain contact with other social services agencies.
• Have an understanding of neuron developmental pathways, how to diagnose, carry out assessments and draw up appropriate treatment plan to meet specific needs.
• Ensure that after discharge client is transferred to a robust aftercare plan for proper follow up and management.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Previous training with the treatment of substance abuse disorders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a compassionate nature.
• Excellent use of MS Office package
• Skills in report writing.

Application Closing Date
10th August, 2021.