Responsibilities:

We are looking for trained psychologists to provide psychosocial support to underserved youth in the Malleswaram area during weekends. The role involves:

• Conducting one-on-one and group counseling sessions to support students’ emotional and mental well-being

• Facilitating life skills and mental health awareness sessions tailored to the needs of adolescents

• Creating a safe, non-judgmental environment for students to express themselves and seek guidance

• Collaborating with the DSF team to identify students in need of support and plan appropriate interventions

• Maintaining confidentiality and documentation of sessions as per ethical guidelines

• Submitting brief progress updates or reports to the DSF team as required

• Contributing to the broader mission of mental wellness and youth empowerment in underserved communities

Selected candidates will report to the Programme Manager at DSF.

Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in Psychology (Clinical, Counseling, or related specialization)

• A minimum of one year of experience in counseling or mental health-related fields

• Passion for youth mental well-being and community engagement

• Strong communication skills in English and Kannada

• Availability to work on weekends

Compensation:
Opportunities available on a volunteer basis or with stipend-based compensation, depending on candidate availability and experience.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should send their application along with a cover note to resumes@dsfindia.org. Please indicate the title of the post applied for in the subject line of your email.

We appreciate all applications; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.