Psychologist LN

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Job Summary

The psychologist will provide mental health and psychosocial support services, including individual and group counselling and psychotherapy.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

In accordance with national and international guidelines on best practices related to mental health and psychosocial support, the psychologist will:

• Provide evidence-based psychological services for clients and their families with mental health conditions and psychosocial issues.
• Engage with clinical and supportive supervision.
• Work as part of a mental health case management team along with other service providers.
• Support the delivery of trainings for staff on topics relevant to psychological practice and case management.
• Develop care plans that are individualized and mutually developed with the client.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct risk assessments and advise staff on carrying out risk assessments and the development of safety plans.
• Remain up to date on evidence-based psychological interventions and advances in the field of psychology.
• Remain up to date with professional development opportunities.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by Supervisor.
• Promote MHPSS through community-based activities.

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology and/or holding a license to practice psychology is essential.
• Experience with an NGO (preferred).
• 3+ years' experience in mental health (preferred).
• Master at least one psychotherapy technique.
• Knowledge of human rights, especially as they relate to people with mental health and psychosocial concerns (preferred).
• Computer literacy, proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in low-resource contexts.
• Good ability to work in a multiethnic environment.
• Interest in learning and professional development.
• Arabic and English language proficiency is essential.
• Experience working with NGOs and/or refugees (preferred).

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Non-profit Organizations