PSYCHOLOGIST

Description

The Afanias family association has been supporting people with intellectual disabilities and their families for over 60 years in building fulfilling, autonomous, and meaningful life projects. Since 1964, we have worked to foster a more inclusive society where every person can develop their potential, actively participate in their community, and exercise their rights on an equal footing. At Afanias, we believe that people are at the heart of everything we do. Therefore, we seek committed, sensitive, and service-oriented professionals who wish to join a transformative human project. We are currently recruiting a Psychologist for our Torrelaguna Residence (Madrid) and for our supported living apartments in Guadalajara. What will be your mission? To support people with intellectual disabilities in caring for their emotional and psychological well-being, promoting their quality of life, autonomy, and personal development through close, personalized, and person-centered care. How will you contribute to our project? * Conducting psychological assessment and evaluation of service users, identifying their strengths, needs, and required supports. * Designing, coordinating, and monitoring Individualized Support Plans (ISPs), always ensuring active participation by the individual and their family. * Supporting each person in defining and achieving their life goals using a Person-Centered Planning approach. * Providing guidance, support, and accompaniment to families, encouraging their participation and well-being. * Developing programs and interventions aimed at strengthening adaptive skills, personal competencies, and emotional well-being. * Delivering individual and group psychological interventions tailored to each person’s needs. * Preparing psychological reports and technical documentation to ensure high-quality support. * Coordinating actions with the interdisciplinary team and external resources to promote social inclusion, community participation, and access to meaningful opportunities. We are looking for people who... * Believe in the abilities and potential of every person. * Enjoy working collaboratively and sharing knowledge. * Engage with proximity, empathy, and respect. * Wish to contribute to creating more inclusive environments and real opportunities for participation. * Understand psychology as a tool to accompany, empower, and improve people’s quality of life. Why Afanias? Because every intervention here makes a real impact. Because you will join a leading organization in intellectual disability, committed to social innovation and person-centered support. And because you will have the opportunity to carry out your work in a professional environment where teamwork, continuous learning, and human commitment are part of our daily practice. If you share our values and want to place your talent at the service of others, we are waiting for you. * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, with specialization in Clinical Psychology. * Minimum 1 year of experience in centers serving people with intellectual disabilities. * Strong work capacity, demonstrated through proactivity and autonomy. * Dynamic, responsible person with strong teamwork skills and a strong user orientation. * Positive and constructive attitude. * Social sensitivity and interest in social causes, especially intellectual disability. * Work permit valid in Spain. EXPERIENCE WITH DEMENTIA AND DISABILITY. * Working hours: Full-time, to be arranged according to availability (Monday to Friday). * Salary: According to collective agreement. * Location: Afanias Torrelaguna Residence and supported living apartments in Guadalajara. * Expected start date: Immediate.