Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.
🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) is a premier social sciences university in India, known for its excellence in education, research, and community service. Established in 1936, TISS has been at the forefront of social work education and has contributed significantly to the development of social policies and practices in India.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Counselor
🎯 DEPARTMENT / DISCIPLINE / SPECIALIZATION
- Counseling
- Clinical psychology
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
The candidate shall report directly to the Programme Associate and Programme Officers and shall be responsible for the following:
● Answering calls and emails to provide counseling services on the helpline.
● Maintaining records, and monthly reports of the calls, and emails attended on the helpline.
● Collaborate with other team members of iCALL as well as Supervisors for various tasks related to the helpline.
● Deliver talks, and conduct training, and workshops on topics related to counseling, mental health and psychosocial well-being.
● Creating content on various issues related to psycho-social well-being to help sensitize lay people regarding mental health.
Desirous Candidates Must:
● Possess a Master’s Degree in Counseling / Clinical psychology or allied sciences from a UGC-recognized University.
● Should be able to offer professional counselling services in English, Hindi and one regional language
● Be skilled in the use of computers for documentation, data analysis, and email-based counselling.
● Be willing to work in shifts on a weekly rotational basis with alternate Saturdays working.
● Be willing to commit for at least 2 years, and this will be extended depending on the performance
● Any candidate who applies once for the said post may not re-apply for the same post within the next 1 year.
The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
– Training Period (3-4 Months) – Rs.32,000 Per month
– After successful completion of the Training period (subjected to satisfactory performance) – Rs. 35,000 Per Month
– After successful completion of Training Period travel conveyance of Rs.3,000
– Annual Increment –10%
Variable pay -Upto 24,000 Self care allowance per annum and mediclaim.
💺 JOB LOCATION
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Desirous candidates may send their resumes to hr.icall21@gmail.com with the subject line ‘Application for the post of full-time counselor’. Only Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
For inquiries, contact; icallhelpline@gmail.com
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
Only Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
Tata Institute of Social Sciences, V.N. Purav Marg, Deonar, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400088, India
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
Tata Institute of Social Sciences invites applications from eligible candidates for the Full-time Counselor position at iCALL Psychosocial Helpline.
Recruitment: View Official Notification
Reference: https://tiss.ac.in/uploads/files/Vacancy_for_fulltime_Counselor_at_iCALL.docx-2.pdf
In conclusion, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences is seeking dedicated individuals for the role of Full-time Counselor at the iCALL Psychosocial Helpline. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the field of mental health to contribute to a meaningful cause. Interested candidates should ensure their applications are submitted by the deadline.
