94 Clinical Social Work jobs in the United Arab Emirates

As a mental health professional, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in an ethical and responsible manner.

• Deliver exceptional patient outcomes through evidence-based practice
• Monitor and manage clinical risks associated with direct patient care
• Maintain compliance with clinical governance and quality management standards

Required qualifications include a basic medical degree, completion of a specialty qualification or fellowship programme recognized by the UAE healthcare authority, certification and registration in a speciality, and active life support certification.

Preferred qualifications include specialist-specific experience and knowledge.

This role offers opportunities for ongoing education and training to develop expertise in psychiatry. Additionally, this position is ideal for those seeking a challenging and rewarding career in mental health services.

Our organization is seeking an experienced and skilled mental health professional to fill a challenging role. The ideal candidate will possess the necessary expertise in psychiatric services, have a strong passion for mental health, and be able to provide high-quality care to clients.

• Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of new clients to identify their needs and develop effective treatment plans.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for each patient, taking into account their unique circumstances and requirements.
• Provide psychiatric counseling and therapy to clients through various methods such as talk therapy, medication management, and other evidence-based treatments.
• Collaborate with other mental health professionals, including psychologists, counselors, and social workers, to provide comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and treatment plans, ensuring that all necessary information is readily available.
• Stay informed about advancements and changes in the mental health field through ongoing education and research.
• Support and guide other staff members, including resident psychiatrists and interns, to ensure the delivery of high-quality care.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health issues and strategies for coping and managing symptoms, empowering them to take control of their well-being.

• Master's degree in Psychiatry or related field
• Valid medical license and relevant certifications
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in psychiatry, preferably in a consulting setting
• In-depth understanding of psychiatric conditions, their causes, and treatments
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Empathy and cultural awareness
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and other relevant software

• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Cutting-edge technology and tools for efficient work
• Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being

Job Title: Consultant Adult Psychiatrist

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant Adult Psychiatrist to join our team. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and managing a caseload of adults with complex mental health needs.

1. Evaluate and diagnose adults with a variety of psychiatric conditions, including risk assessments and safety evaluations.
2. Develop and implement personalized treatment plans involving pharmacological and psychological interventions.
3. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, therapists, nurses, and educational professionals.
4. Ensure all treatments and care plans are compliant with Department of Health regulations.
5. Provide support to families and caregivers, offering education, guidance, and therapeutic support where appropriate.

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) with postgraduate specialization in Adult Psychiatry.
• Current licensure/registration with DOH to practice as a Consultant Adult Psychiatrist.
• In-depth knowledge of adult development, psychiatric disorders in adults, and behavioral therapies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially in working with adults and families.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary team approaches and collaborative care.

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Professional development through CPD workshops and attendance at relevant clinical seminars.
• Respectful and inclusive work culture.

• Clinical and office-based settings.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Psychiatric Care Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for mental health and possess the necessary expertise to provide professional psychiatric services to clients.

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of new clients
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for each patient
• Provide psychiatric counseling and therapy to clients through various methods such as talk therapy, medication management, and other evidence-based treatments
• Collaborate with other mental health professionals, including psychologists, counselors, and social workers, to provide comprehensive care
• Keep up-to-date and accurate patient records and treatment plans
• Stay informed about advancements and changes in the mental health field through continuing education and research
• Provide support and guidance to other staff members, including resident psychiatrists and interns
• Educate patients and their families about mental health issues and strategies for coping and managing symptoms

• Master's degree in Psychiatry or related field
• Valid medical license and relevant certifications
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in psychiatry, preferably in a consulting setting
• In-depth understanding of psychiatric conditions, their causes, and treatments
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Empathy and cultural awareness
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and other relevant software

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Cutting-edge technology and tools for efficient work
• Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in mental health, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

This role is a great fit for individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality psychiatric care and making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Job Purpose

Identifies patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand care requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends and families.
2. Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications and self-care skills, answering questions.
3. Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations.
4. Resolves patients' problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
5. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from healthcare support personnel.
6. Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
7. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
8. Maintains continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
9. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
10. Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintain equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
11. Maintains nursing supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies, using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
12. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
13. Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding a requests; building rapport; participating in team problem – solving methods.
14. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
15. Identifies, promotes and assists patients to understand major determinants of health
16. Observe patient's physical, mental and emotional status
17. Assist Physician in diagnosis, treatment and follow up
18. Maintain inventory list and medical stock
19. Maintain infection control activities in the working area
20. Provide health education to the patient and families to develop healthy living behavior
21. Protects organization's value by keeping patient information confidential
22. Develop nurturing relationships with patients
23. Identifies and implements health promotion strategies for early detection and screening for communication diseases
24. Uses the nursing process in the promotion of patient holistic health and wellbeing Competency
25. Identifies, records and take appropriate action to reduce incidence of disease transmission
26. Identifies environmental and behavioral factors which may compromise patient safety
27. To provide medication, check vitals, provide invasive procedure etc
28. Reduces the risk of disease transmission through applying standard (universal) infection control principles
29. Perform any other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the management or the chief Medical doctor
30. Provides nursing care that demonstrates respect for human rights

Knowledge / Education / Skills

1. DOH/DHA Licensed
2. Diploma in nursing
3. Fluent in English
4. Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions;
5. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance;
6. Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly with patients and staff.

Working Environment

On site working. Occasionally exposed to challenging situations, which heighten the physical, sensory and emotional demands of the role.

Responsibility

Information: Shared responsibility for the confidentiality, security and accuracy of records, data and information. Ensuring good quality documentation, which meets the Organisational requirements Regulatory guidelines and statutory requirements.

Communication & Interaction: Communications will regularly require some judgement involving the seeking and gathering of information with the need for some explanation. May have interactions which contain distressing information.

Safeguarding

All colleagues have a responsibility to protect and safeguard vulnerable individuals at risk (whether children or adults). Colleagues must be aware of local child and adultprotection procedures and who to contact within the Local Authority Safeguarding team for further advice. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding awareness training and to undertake additional training appropriate to theirrole.

This role plays a crucial part in psychiatric illness diagnosis and therapy, providing professional assistance to Psychiatrists who offer care to patients with mental or psychological illnesses.

The ideal candidate will be involved in preventive care as part of an integrated program of curative and preventive medicine.

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric interviews and collect diagnostic data.
• Provide various psychotherapies, including individual, group, and family therapy.
• Offer counseling for couples experiencing marital conflicts.
• Apply behavioral methods for treating children and adults.
• Administer and interpret psychometric tests for diagnosis and therapy evaluation.
• Participate in research and educational initiatives to enhance treatment methods and techniques.
• Stay updated on advances in personality development, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders.
• Advise community organizations and participate in psychological and welfare-related activities.
• Provide after-hours or weekend on-call services as required for specific cases or emergencies.

• Master's degree in clinical psychology from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in the field of clinical psychology.
• Strong understanding of medical ethics, particularly regarding the obligation to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient in administering and interpreting intelligence, achievement, interest, personality, and other psychological assessments and measurement tools.
• Valid licensure in country of origin and DOH license to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with colleagues, supervisors, patients, and families.

Seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Psychologist to provide high-quality mental health services to children and their families. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, be passionate about providing empathetic care, and have a proven track record of delivering effective therapeutic interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Individual and Group Therapy

• Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy to clients with diverse mental health concerns.

• Implement therapeutic interventions tailored to the unique needs of each client.

• Treatment Planning

• Develop comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with clients, incorporating therapeutic goals and intervention strategies.

• Clinical Supervision

• Participate in regular clinical supervision and continuous professional development to maintain and enhance clinical expertise.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology

• Minimum 10 years of experience in clinical psychology, preferably in a multidisciplinary setting

• Strong clinical assessment and intervention skills, with expertise in various therapeutic modalities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Collaborative and supportive work environment

Mid-Senior level, Part-time

As a mental health practitioner, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients.

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about delivering high-quality care and support in a remote work setting.

Our team is seeking skilled professionals with expertise in clinical psychology and counseling to join us in our mission to provide accessible mental health services.

You will be responsible for providing one-on-one telehealth or onsite mental health support to our clients, focusing on cases such as depression, anxiety, trauma, schizophrenia, eating disorders, addiction, and other conditions.

Collaboration with our internal clinical team is essential to suggest improvements to our program and platform.

• Provide individualized mental health support through telehealth or onsite sessions.
• Develop and implement effective treatment plans tailored to each client's needs.
• Communicate regularly with clients to assess progress and adjust strategies as needed.

• Active International Coaching Federation Certification or Master/Postgraduate Diploma training in Counselling/Clinical Psychology.
• Proven experience in coaching techniques and evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, SFBT, etc.
• ICF Coaches must have at least 200 coaching hours.
• Counsellors and Clinical Psychologists must have at least 300 clinical hours post-graduation.
• Proficient in English and local language.

This is a freelance remote role that offers flexibility to decide business hours. Local candidates are preferred but others can still be considered.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a remote work environment.

As a mental health provider, you will play a vital role in supporting our clients' mental health and well-being.

Job Title: Mental Health Specialist

The role involves providing high-quality patient care by ensuring compliance to professional and ethical standards.

Key responsibilities include delivering comprehensive clinical services, monitoring and managing clinical risks, maintaining accurate medical records, and promoting excellence in medical practice through continuous professional development.

Additionally, the role requires maintaining integrity in professional services and executing clinical tasks in an ethical and responsible manner.

• Basic medical degree and completion of a specialty qualification/education programme recognized by the relevant healthcare authority.
• Certification and registration in a speciality recognized by the relevant UAE healthcare authority.
• Active and valid life support certification (e.g. BLS ACLS PALS ATLS NRP).

All applicants will be considered with preference given to designated groups in accordance with the United Arab Emirates Emiratization Program.

This is an opportunity to grow with a dynamic organization and become part of a reputable healthcare family.