PSYCHOSOCIAL COUNSELOR- FORCED MIGRATION PROGRAMME (REF)
Reporting to the Coordinator, Forced Migration Programme, he/she will carry out the following duties and responsibilities:
Assessing the mental health status of refugees and producing a data base
Providing individual counseling, support groups or group psychotherapy
Collaborating closely with legal officers in terms of case management and follow-up of clients
Providing training for non-clinical staff regarding trauma-related issues and self-care strategies
Sensitizing refugee communities regarding trauma and empowering them to develop own strategies to overcome consequences of war and violence
Providing training for and supervising community members working as lay-counselors
Program development including proposal and report writing and financial monitoring
Advocacy and networking with partnering organizations
Qualifications& Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Counseling or Psychology or a related A master’s degree in a similar discipline will be an added advantage
Proven knowledge and experience in providing technical support to MHPSS
Three (3) years of professional experience in working with survivors of war, political violence and torture, preferably in an NGO
Experience in the participatory development of community-based
Very good command of Kiswahili and English, oral and
Knowledge of refugee-related (legal) issues is an
Strong communication and interpersonal & intercultural
Registered with the Kenya Counselling and Psychological
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Please send, deliver and email written applications including a detailed curriculum vitae and copies of relevant testimonials with telephone number, email address and current remuneration. The applications should be addressed to:EXECUTIVE DIRECTORKITUO CHA SHERIA – LEGAL ADVICE CENTRE.OLE ODUME ROAD OFF ARWINGS KODHEK ROADP.O. BOX 7483-00300NAIROBI Email your application to: hr@kituochasheria.or.keThe application must reach us on or before 26th February 2024. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Apply via :
hr@kituochasheria.or.ke
