Counsellor/psychotherapist

Job Description: Female Counsellor for Trauma Recovery of Women

Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Female Counsellor for Trauma Recovery of

Women to provide psychological support and counselling services to women from various

gender-based violence backgrounds in vulnerable communities, including brothel areas,

shelters, and institutions across Mumbai and Thane. The counsellor will play a critical role in

helping survivors of trauma navigate their healing journey and rebuild their lives.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provide individual and group counselling sessions to women victims/survivors of

gender-based violence, including domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and

exploitation.
- Conduct comprehensive trauma assessments to understand the psychological,

emotional, and social needs of survivors.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on clients' specific

needs, goals, and trauma history.
- Conduct psychoeducational workshops and support groups to empower survivors

and enhance their coping skills.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records, documenting progress, treatment

plans, and interventions in accordance with professional standards and

organizational policies.
- Stay updated with the latest research, best practices, and trauma-informed care

approaches to enhance counselling techniques and knowledge.
- Participate in supervision, team meetings, and training sessions to enhance

professional development and ensure quality service provision.

Qualifications and Skills:

- A minimum of a Bachelor’s /Master's degree in Counselling, Clinical Psychology,

Social Work, or a related field.
- Certification or specialization in trauma-focused therapy or counselling is highly

desirable.
- Proven experience in providing counselling or therapy to survivors of trauma,

particularly women who have experienced gender-based violence.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and evidence-based therapeutic

modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), etc.
- Familiarity with the socio-cultural dynamics and challenges faced by vulnerable

communities, including brothel areas and shelters. Willingness to travel in the field

and the respective areas
- Excellent communication and active listening skills, with the ability to empathize and

establish rapport with survivors.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to handle a caseload of clients and

meet documentation requirements.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, practice self-care, and

seek supervision when needed.
- Fluency in English and local languages commonly spoken in Mumbai and Thane.

Note: The job description provided above is a general framework and can be customized

based on the specific needs and policies of the organization or institution offering the

position.

**Salary**: ₹13,496.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Schedule:

- Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Thane, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Master's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- total work: 3 years (preferred)

**Language**:

- Marathi (preferred)
- Hindi (preferred)
- English (preferred)

**Speak with the employer**
+91 9819754450