Nationality: National
Category: Program
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: As per JIA Salary Scale
Vacancy Number: JUH-0013
No. Of Jobs: 5
City: Kabul in 4 Districts (Deh sabz,Farza,Guldara and Phaghman)
Organization: Johanniter International Assistance
Years of Experience: At least having 3 years of practical work experience in a similar position with NGO/INGOs
Contract Duration: 10 months with possible extension.
Gender: Female
Education: MD Degree from a recognized medical University.
Close date: 2025-02-10
About Johanniter International Assistance:
A German non-governmental organization, Johanniter International Assistance (www.johanniter-int.org) is committed to providing first aid, ambulance services, social assistance programs, and other medical and social initiatives with excellence. Germany’s Berlin serves as the home of the Federal Headquarters. The operative unit for disaster assistance, development cooperation, and humanitarian help, Johanniter International Assistance carries out and supports mostly health programs around the globe.
Since October 2002, Johanniter has been working in Afghanistan, offering emergency assistance, medical treatment, health facility restoration, and training in disaster preparedness and first aid for community health workers, students, teachers, and professionals from NGOs and government organizations. With operating coverage in the North, Northeast, and Central regions of Afghanistan, as well as the potential to expand into the South and Western provinces, Johanniter’s country headquarters is situated in Kabul.
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
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- Provide individual and group counselling sessions to children and families affected by the child protection project, using evidence-based and culturally appropriate approaches.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of beneficiaries’ mental health and psychosocial needs, and develop personalized care plans to address their specific concerns.
- Implement therapeutic interventions and techniques to support beneficiaries in coping with trauma, grief, loss, and other psychosocial challenges.
- Facilitate psychoeducation sessions for children and families, promoting awareness and understanding of mental health and psychosocial well-being.
- Collaborate with other project staff and partners to ensure a coordinated and integrated approach to service delivery, including referrals to specialized services when needed.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of counselling sessions, progress notes, and other relevant documentation in accordance with JUH guidelines.
- Participate in regular supervision and case conferences to enhance professional development and ensure quality service provision.
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluation efforts by collecting data, documenting outcomes, and providing feedback on the impact of counselling interventions.
- Stay updated on the latest research, best practices, and ethical standards in the field of mental health and psychosocial support, and apply this knowledge to enhance service delivery.
- Adhere to JUH code of conduct, child safeguarding policies, and other relevant guidelines throughout all counselling activities.
Job Requirements:
Education:
MD Degree from a recognized medical University.
Experience:
Three years of practical experience.
Language Professions:
Proficiency in Dari or Pashto is required.
Submission Guideline:
Applications for this position (including a cover letter and CV in one pdf file) should be sent to: recruitment.afghanistan@thejohanniter.org before 11th Feb 2025.
Please include ‘MHPSS counsellor – Female JUH-0013’ along with the specific location in the subject line of your email.
Priority will be given to individuals with disabilities and those residing in the local communities where the services are provided.
Note: Please do not send duplicated applications with extra supporting documents or linked CVs.
Only completed applications will be considered.
Submission Email:
recruitment.afghanistan@thejohanniter.org