Key Responsibilities
A. Program Planning and Implementation
● Plan and
implement the Pediatric Psycho-Oncology Program (PPOP).
● Support in
developing protocols, policies, and administrative frameworks.
● Coordinate
psychological services in hospitals, clinics, and through tele-consultation.
B. Psychological Services
● Conduct
face-to-face, online, and telephonic psychological intervention clinics.
● Administer
psychological assessments using psychometric tools, interviews, and
observations.
● Provide therapy
and counseling across treatment phases (diagnosis, treatment, relapse,
palliative, bereavement).
● Develop
individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress.
● Provide
follow-ups, make referrals, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
C. Group and Expressive Therapies
● Conduct Sharing
& Caring Sessions with parents and medical teams.
● Implement
expressive therapies (play, art, music, storytelling, relaxation, clown
therapy).
● Lead procedural
pain interventions using non-pharmacological approaches.
D. Child Life Interventions
● Promote
child-friendly environments, libraries, and wish-granting activities.
E. Patient & Parent Psycho-Education
● Organize sessions
on stress management, behavioral challenges, and coping mechanisms.
F. Advisory and YANA Program
● Provide
psychological consultation to team members.
● Implement and
monitor the “You Are Not Alone” (YANA) Program.
G. Capacity Building
● Train
psychologists, social workers, students, and professionals in pediatric
psycho-oncology.
H. Research and Impact Assessment
● Design tools and
projects for psychological interventions.
● Conduct research
and publish findings to support evidence-based practice.
I. Documentation and Reporting
● Maintain case
records, online patient data, monthly and annual reports.
● Prepare patient
case studies and programmatic reports.
J. Resource Development
● Develop
directories and connect with external support services.
● Facilitate access
to counseling and rehabilitation services.
K. Organizational Engagement
● Contribute to
other aligned projects and organizational programs as required.
Other Extended Duties
● Perform
additional tasks as assigned by the Reporting Manager.
Requirements
Education:
MA in Psychology
Experience:
1–3 years in
clinical, counseling, or pediatric psychology (preferably in a healthcare or
NGO setting)
Skills Required
- MA in Psychology
- 1-3 years of experience in clinical, counseling, or pediatric psychology
What We Do
CanKids KidsCan is an India-based national NGO focused on childhood cancer care. Founded in 2004, it partners with hospitals, medical professionals, and state governments to improve access and treatment standards across India. It supports primarily underprivileged children and families through medical, drug and diagnostic assistance, accommodation, transport, blood support, nutrition, education, counselling, and advocacy. Its mission is to deliver holistic care and advance quality of life throughout the cancer journey.
