Rehabilitation Psychologist
India Autism Center · Greater Kolkata Area
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The role will involve creating engaging educational resources, facilitating learning initiatives, and collaborating with partner centres and institutions to strengthen knowledge and skills in autism and developmental disabilities.Key Responsibilities1. Course DevelopmentDevelop course structures, modules, and educational content on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders.Create structured learning materials for support staff, caregivers, and professionals working in the disability sector.Develop lesson plans, case studies, training manuals, and other educational resources.Ensure course content reflects current evidence-based practices and relevant developments in the disability sector.2. Teaching and TrainingDeliver training programmes and educational sessions for relevant stakeholders in the disability sector.Facilitate learning sessions for support staff, caregivers, educators, and professionals working with individuals with developmental disabilities.Translate theoretical knowledge into practical learning through demonstrations, case discussions, and applied activities.Assess learning outcomes and incorporate feedback to improve training effectiveness.3. Workshop Development and DeliveryDesign, plan, and conduct workshops for diverse target groups, including parents, caregivers, students, corporate professionals, teachers, and multidisciplinary professionals.Develop audience-specific training materials and practical learning activities.Facilitate interactive workshops on autism awareness, neurodevelopmental disorders, disability inclusion, and effective support strategies.Gather participant feedback and continuously improve workshop content and delivery.4. Training Presentation DevelopmentCreate engaging, visually effective, and well-structured PowerPoint presentations using Canva.Develop presentations and visual learning resources for workshops, training sessions, and educational programmes.Convert complex concepts into accessible and engaging learning materials for diverse audiences.Maintain consistency in presentation quality, content accuracy, and organisational branding.5. Partner Centre EngagementVisit IAC's partner centres and institutes to facilitate training, content delivery, and capacity-building initiatives.Coordinate with partner institutions to identify training needs and implement appropriate learning programmes.Support the development of professional competencies among staff and other stakeholders.Maintain effective working relationships with partner centres, educational institutions, and disability-sector professionals.Travel to partner centres as required for training and programme delivery.Key OutcomesDevelop high-quality, structured courses on autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.Deliver effective training programmes that strengthen the knowledge and competencies of professionals and support staff.Conduct impactful workshops tailored to the needs of diverse stakeholder groups.Produce engaging, accurate, and visually effective educational presentations and learning resources.Strengthen the capacity of IAC's partner centres through regular training and professional engagement.Contribute to the continuous improvement and expansion of IAC's training initiatives.Must-Have RequirementsMaster's degree in Psychology.Post Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology.Preferably 5 years of relevant professional experience in training, teaching, course development, rehabilitation, or disability services.Strong understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), neurodevelopmental disorders, and disability support practices.Experience or demonstrated ability in developing course content, training modules, and educational resources.Excellent presentation, communication, facilitation, and stakeholder-management skills.Proficiency in PowerPoint, Canva, and other digital tools for creating educational and training materials.Willingness to travel to IAC's partner centres and institutes as required.Preference will be given to candidates who have completed their Master's degree through regular, full-time mode.Preferred SkillsExperience in developing and delivering professional training programmes or workshops.Experience working with parents, caregivers, teachers, students, corporate professionals, or multidisciplinary teams.Familiarity with evidence-based autism interventions and disability-sector practices.Experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or adult learning methodologies.Ability to create engaging visual content and adapt educational materials for different audiences.Experience collaborating with special schools, rehabilitation centres, NGOs, or disability-sector institutions.Growth OpportunityOpportunity to contribute to the development of structured training programmes in autism and neurodevelopmental disabilities.Opportunity to build the capacity of professionals and support staff across the disability sector.Exposure to diverse stakeholders, partner institutions, and multidisciplinary professionals.Potential progression into Senior Faculty, Training Coordinator, Programme Lead, or Head of Training roles as IAC expands its training ecosystem.About India Autism CenterIndia Autism Center (IAC) is a not-for-profit organisation aiming to build a comprehensive ecosystem of support, training, research, and lifelong residential living solutions for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.Through its residential facility, professional training initiatives, community engagement efforts, and knowledge development programmes, IAC aims to promote greater independence, dignity, and quality of life for individuals with autism across India.