Pediatric Psychiatrist - Child Mental Health
Posted date [2026-05-22]
(ID: 45535)
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Allocation Assist Middle East was founded by Emilie Davies in 2015, after she recognised a gap in the market for assisting highly skilled Western-trained doctors to find rewarding and fulfilling opportunities in top-tier hospitals in the UAE and other Gulf countries. We are now the fastest growing medical consulting company in the Middle East, having helped hundreds of senior consultant doctors from various specialties and backgrounds advance their careers and lifestyle while contributing to the dynamic and growing healthcare sector in this progressive and dynamic region of the world.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Pediatric Psychiatrist - Child Mental HealthJob Snapshot
Role: Pediatric Psychiatrist
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Mental Health Care
Function: Physician
Experience: Proven experience working with children and adolescents in a clinical setting
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Pediatric Psychiatrist - Child Mental Health in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a specialized Mental Health Care opportunity for a CCT-qualified physician with strong experience in child and adolescent psychiatry, Arabic-speaking patient care, and culturally sensitive family support. The role is suited for a pediatric mental health specialist who can assess, diagnose, and manage psychiatric conditions in children and adolescents while working closely with families and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
This position focuses on delivering compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for young patients, including diagnostic assessment, individualized treatment planning, psychotherapy-informed support, medication management, progress monitoring, and family education. The role is especially important for Arabic-speaking children and families who require clear communication, cultural understanding, and trusted mental health guidance.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Mental Health Care
Function: Physician
Salary: 60000-80000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments for children and adolescents presenting with emotional, behavioral, developmental, and mental health concerns.
* Diagnose and manage pediatric mental health conditions using evidence-based clinical judgment and age-appropriate assessment methods.
* Develop individualized treatment plans that may include psychotherapy-informed interventions, medication management, family support, and structured follow-up.
* Monitor patient progress regularly and adjust treatment plans based on response, safety, development, and family feedback.
* Work collaboratively with psychologists, pediatricians, therapists, nurses, school counselors, and other allied healthcare professionals.
* Support families through clear education, guidance, and counseling in Arabic and English when needed.
* Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential medical records in line with clinical and ethical requirements.
* Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions, clinical meetings, and patient care planning sessions.
* Follow DHA regulations, ethical standards, patient confidentiality requirements, and best clinical practices.
* Provide culturally sensitive care for Arabic-speaking families and diverse pediatric populations in Dubai.
* Contribute to a calm, supportive, and child-friendly clinical environment that encourages trust and treatment engagement.
Ideal Profile
* CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
* Eligibility for DHA licensure or active DHA license.
* Fluency in Arabic is essential, with strong English communication skills required.
* Proven clinical experience working with children and adolescents in a psychiatric or mental health setting.
* Strong diagnostic, clinical, therapeutic, and interpersonal skills.
* Experience working in the Middle East or with Arabic-speaking populations is preferred.
* Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
* Compassionate and patient-centered approach with strong sensitivity to family needs.
* Strong organizational and time-management skills.
* Commitment to ethical care, clinical quality, confidentiality, and continuous professional development.
Skills Set
* Child and adolescent psychiatry
* Pediatric mental health
* Arabic patient communication
* Psychiatric assessment
* Diagnostic evaluation
* Medication management
* Psychotherapy-informed care
* Family counseling
* Adolescent mental health
* Child behavioral assessment
* Treatment planning
* Progress monitoring
* Multidisciplinary collaboration
* School counselor coordination
* DHA licensure
* Clinical documentation
* Confidential medical records
* Culturally sensitive care
* Family education
* Patient-centered mental healthcare
Why Join Us
This role offers a meaningful opportunity for a Pediatric Psychiatrist to work in Dubai’s growing Mental Health Care sector, where demand for child and adolescent psychiatric services continues to increase. The position provides the chance to support Arabic-speaking families, work with a diverse pediatric population, and contribute to high-quality mental healthcare within a modern clinical environment.
The selected physician can expect a competitive tax-free salary package, support with relocation and licensing where applicable, modern clinical facilities, and a supportive work environment focused on multidisciplinary care, cultural understanding, and long-term patient wellbeing.
About the Company
Allocation Assist Middle East supports healthcare and specialist medical recruitment across the UAE and wider region by connecting qualified physicians with hospitals, clinics, and clinical organizations. The company works with healthcare employers to place experienced medical professionals in roles aligned with their specialty expertise, licensing pathway, and long-term career goals.
