The Role
Provides psychological assessments, counselling, psychotherapy, expressive therapies, and psychosocial support to children with cancer and their families. Develops care plans, delivers follow-up support across treatment stages, coordinates referrals, implements psycho-oncology services, maintains patient records, prepares reports, participates in research and multidisciplinary case discussions, and supports training and community outreach.
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Psychologist Paediatric Psycho-Oncology Programme
Experience: 1-3 Years
Qualification: M.A./M.Sc. in Psychology (Full Time)
Locations: KGMU_Ped_Lucknow
About CanKids KidsCanCanKids KidsCan is India's leading national NGO dedicated to supporting children with cancer and their families. Established in 2004 by cancer survivor Poonam Bagai, CanKids works with hospitals, healthcare professionals, government bodies, and communities to ensure comprehensive care, psychosocial support, treatment access, and financial protection for children with cancer across India.
Job Summary
We are looking for a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Psychologist to join our Paediatric Psycho-Oncology Programme (PPOP). The role involves providing psychological assessment, counselling, psychotherapy, expressive therapies, and psychosocial support to children diagnosed with cancer and their families throughout the treatment journey. The selected candidate will work closely with paediatric oncologists, nurses, social workers, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve the emotional well-being and quality of life of paediatric cancer patients.
Key Responsibilities
Psychological Assessment & Counselling
- Conduct psychological assessments using standardised tools and clinical interviews.
- Provide individual, family, face-to-face, online, and telephonic counselling sessions.
- Develop individualised psychological care plans.
- Offer emotional support during diagnosis, treatment, relapse, survivorship, palliative care, and bereavement.
- Maintain regular follow-up sessions and coordinate referrals whenever required.
Program Implementation
- Implement the Paediatric Psycho-Oncology Programme across assigned hospitals.
- Coordinate psychological intervention clinics and tele-consultation services.
- Support development of clinical protocols and psychosocial intervention plans.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain patient case records and documentation.
- Prepare monthly reports, case studies, and intervention summaries.
- Update patient information on organizational databases.
Research & Capacity Building
- Participate in research activities and evidence-based psychological interventions.
- Support training of psychologists, interns, social workers, and healthcare professionals.
- Assist in developing resource materials and psychosocial support tools.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions.
- Contribute to organizational programs and community outreach initiatives.
Requirements
Experience
- 1-3 years of experience in:
- Clinical Psychology
- Counselling Psychology
- Paediatric Psychology
- Hospital-based Mental Health Services
- Healthcare or NGO sector (Preferred)
CanKids KidsCan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where individuals from all backgrounds, gender identities, abilities, and communities are welcomed and respected. Interested candidate share their CV's @8826069249/ [email protected]
Skills Required
- M.A. or M.Sc. in Psychology, full time
- 1–3 years of experience in clinical psychology, counselling psychology, paediatric psychology, or hospital-based mental health services
- Experience in the healthcare or NGO sector
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The Company
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.
