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About Aaji Care:
Aaji Care is dedicated to enhancing the emotional and psychological well-being of elders by providing compassionate, home-based mental health support. Our Elder Buddy program offers cognitive, behavioral, and emotional care through structured psychological interventions, helping seniors lead fulfilling lives in the comfort of their homes.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a qualified and empathetic Psychologist / Dementia Care expert to provide one-on-one mental health support to elders at home. The role involves conducting psychological assessments, offering therapy, supporting cognitive functions, and helping seniors navigate emotional challenges such as loneliness, grief, anxiety, and dementia-related distress.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Cognitive & Psychological Support:
Conduct cognitive assessments and create structured interventions to support memory, attention, and problem-solving abilities.
Provide individual therapy for elders dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, or adjustment issues.
Implement techniques like reminiscence therapy, mindfulness, cognitive stimulation therapy (CST), and behavioral activation.
Develop personalized mental well-being plans tailored to each elder’s emotional and psychological needs.
2. Behavioral & Emotional Well-Being:
Address behavioral changes associated with aging, neurocognitive disorders, and mental health conditions.
Offer grief counseling and emotional support for elders and family members coping with loss, isolation, or major life transitions.
Educate families and caregivers on managing dementia-related behaviors and supporting elders’ emotional health.
3. Care Coordination & Collaboration:
Work closely with caregivers, families, and medical professionals to ensure holistic care.
Offer guidance on lifestyle modifications, stress management, and coping strategies to improve elders' quality of life.
Maintain detailed documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress reports.
Qualifications & Skills:
Master’s in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or Geriatric Psychology.
Strong communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
Ability to travel to elders' homes across: NIBM, Wanowrie, Prabhat Road, Mangaldas Road, Nigdi Pradhikaran.
Prior experience in elder care, dementia care, or home-based therapy services will be a value add.
Familiarity with mental health concerns specific to aging, including neurodegenerative disorders.
Job Type: Part-time
Job Types: Permanent, Fresher, Full-time
Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid sick time
Application Question(s):
Are you comfortable travelling across NIBM, Wanowrie, Prabhat Road, Mangaldas Road, Nigdi Pradhikaran.
Where do you Stay?
Education:
Master's (Required)
Language:
English (Required)
Marathi (Required)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
About Aaji Care:
Aaji Care is dedicated to enhancing the emotional and psychological well-being of elders by providing compassionate, home-based mental health support. Our Elder Buddy program offers cognitive, behavioral, and emotional care through structured psychological interventions, helping seniors lead fulfilling lives in the comfort of their homes.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a qualified and empathetic Psychologist / Dementia Care expert to provide one-on-one mental health support to elders at home. The role involves conducting psychological assessments, offering therapy, supporting cognitive functions, and helping seniors navigate emotional challenges such as loneliness, grief, anxiety, and dementia-related distress.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Cognitive & Psychological Support:
Conduct cognitive assessments and create structured interventions to support memory, attention, and problem-solving abilities.
Provide individual therapy for elders dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, or adjustment issues.
Implement techniques like reminiscence therapy, mindfulness, cognitive stimulation therapy (CST), and behavioral activation.
Develop personalized mental well-being plans tailored to each elder’s emotional and psychological needs.
2. Behavioral & Emotional Well-Being:
Address behavioral changes associated with aging, neurocognitive disorders, and mental health conditions.
Offer grief counseling and emotional support for elders and family members coping with loss, isolation, or major life transitions.
Educate families and caregivers on managing dementia-related behaviors and supporting elders’ emotional health.
3. Care Coordination & Collaboration:
Work closely with caregivers, families, and medical professionals to ensure holistic care.
Offer guidance on lifestyle modifications, stress management, and coping strategies to improve elders' quality of life.
Maintain detailed documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress reports.
Qualifications & Skills:
Master’s in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or Geriatric Psychology.
Strong communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
Ability to travel to elders' homes across: NIBM, Wanowrie, Prabhat Road, Mangaldas Road, Nigdi Pradhikaran.
Prior experience in elder care, dementia care, or home-based therapy services will be a value add.
Familiarity with mental health concerns specific to aging, including neurodegenerative disorders.
Job Type: Part-time
Job Types: Permanent, Fresher, Full-time
Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid sick time
Application Question(s):
Are you comfortable travelling across NIBM, Wanowrie, Prabhat Road, Mangaldas Road, Nigdi Pradhikaran.
Where do you Stay?
Education:
Master's (Required)
Language:
English (Required)
Marathi (Required)
Willingness to travel:
25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Psychologist for Home-Based Elder Care position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Pune offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.