JOB DETAILS:

• Number of Posts: 1
• Salary Scale: U4
• Reports To: Senior Clinical Psychologist

Role Overview:
The Clinical Psychologist provides mental health support to pediatric patients and their families, addressing psychological challenges related to surgical care and recovery.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Community Psychology.
• Training in Clinical Psychology is an added advantage.

Other Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical approach to mental health, counseling, and listening skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:
a) Carry out psychological assessment of clients, including children.
b) Offer relevant treatment (therapies) such as psychotherapy and counseling.
c) Participate in community outreach programs.
d) Initiate and participate in research activities.
e) Train and supervise staff under him/her.
f) Manage and account for allocated resources introduced.
g) Plan and coordinate Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in his/her specialty in the Regional Referral Hospital and catchment area.
h) Provide technical supervision and support to the institution, General Hospitals, and Health Sub-Districts.
i) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Competencies:

• Psychological assessment and therapy skills.
• Counseling and mental health support.
• Research and community engagement.
• Supervision and training capabilities.

• Children's Surgical Hospital, Entebbe
• Advert For Recruitment As Of April 2025
• Applications are invited for the following positions at the Children's Surgical Hospital in Entebbe. All applications must be submitted in a single PDF file,.it or physically delivered to Children’s Surgical Hospital, Plot 120 – 122 Bishop Dunstan Ns. Rd., Entebbe.