Job Description

Junior Clinical Psychologist

Rehabilitation Hospital

Free placement
Free placement

Job ID: 619027

07 Mar 2026

Job ID: 619027

07 Mar 2026

Job Location

Abu Dhabi , United Arab Emirates

Experience

2 to 3 years

Qualification Level

Post Graduate

Job Function

Nurse / Healthcare
Social Work / Volunteers / Non- profits

Skillset

Responsible for conducting psychological assessments and assisting in the development of individualized treatment plans for patients undergoing addiction treatment and rehabilitation. Conduct structured clinical interviews, psychological evaluations,

Preferred Jobseekers

Jobseekers from any Arab/Middle East country; Jobseekers from any GCC country

Davidson Management Consultants have been mandated to recruit a native Arabic speaking Junior Clinical Psychologist for their client in UAE which is a large addiction rehabilitation hospital providing comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and residential services.We are looking for Clinical Psychologists with a minimum of 2 years of experience post completion of a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology. Western education is preferred and experience in addiction medicine or within a mental health hospital or rehabilitation facility would be an advantage. Excellent communication skills in both English and Arabic are required for this role.The Junior Clinical Psychologist will be responsible for conducting psychological assessments and assisting in the development of individualized treatment plans for patients undergoing addiction treatment and rehabilitation. Conduct structured clinical interviews, psychological evaluations, and utilize standardized psychometric assessment tools to assess mental health conditions and addiction severity.Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions under the supervision of senior clinicians including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), relapse prevention strategies, and supportive psychotherapy. Work closely with psychiatrists, addiction physicians, clinical psychologists, nurses, and therapists to provide coordinated multidisciplinary care.Support group therapy sessions, psychoeducation programs, and relapse prevention workshops for patients and families. Monitor patient progress, maintain detailed clinical documentation, and prepare psychological reports as required. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case discussions, and treatment planning reviews.Ensure compliance with hospital policies, clinical governance frameworks, and UAE healthcare regulatory standards. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, professional development programs, and clinical supervision sessions. Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold ethical standards of psychological practice at all times.

Salary : Aed 20,000 per month plus family benefits (Salary mentioned in the advertisement is indicative. The final offer lies at the discretion of the client and will be made after completion of interviews).

Company Profile

Davidson Management Consultants is a Dubai-based boutique healthcare executive search and physician recruitment firm specializing in hospital leadership recruitment, C-suite healthcare hiring, and international physician placement across the GCC and Middle East. With more than 13 years of experience in healthcare recruitment, life sciences recruitment, and pharmaceutical executive search, Davidson has become one of the region’s most trusted recruitment partners for multispecialty hospitals, tertiary care medical centers, healthcare groups, medical universities, and pharmaceutical companies across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain. Davidson is widely recognized for its expertise in healthcare executive search in Dubai and the Middle East, supporting hospitals and healthcare organizations with the recruitment of Hospital CEOs, COOs, CFOs, Chief Medical Officers, Medical Directors, and senior healthcare leadership teams. The firm also specializes in international physician recruitment, sourcing highly qualified Consultant Physicians, Specialist Doctors, Surgeons, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, and Allied Health professionals for leading hospitals and healthcare institutions across the GCC. Through a strong global candidate network spanning the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and South Africa, Davidson provides access to board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians and internationally experienced healthcare executives. Davidson Management Consultants is also a trusted resource for physicians searching for doctor jobs in UAE hospitals, consultant doctor jobs in Dubai, psychiatrist jobs in UAE, and physician career opportunities across the GCC. Our executive search methodology includes global leadership mapping, international talent sourcing, competency-based interviews, psychometric assessment, and comprehensive reference checks, ensuring the highest standards of recruitment for critical leadership and clinical roles. In addition to recruitment, Davidson supports physicians with UAE medical licensing services including DHA, DOH, MOH, and CDA licensing, assisting international doctors in successfully transitioning to healthcare careers in the UAE and the GCC. Today, Davidson Management Consultants is recognized as a leading healthcare executive search firm in Dubai and physician recruitment consultancy in the GCC, connecting world-class healthcare professionals with outstanding hospital and healthcare leadership opportunities across the Middle East.

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