Job Role:
TPO Nigeria is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Counsellor to join our team in Maiduguri. Under the supervision of the MHPSS Officer, the MHPSS Counsellor will play a key role in ensuring the quality of care in our operations in Maiduguri. The counsellor will contribute to the implementation of overall mental health and psychosocial support strategies and activities.
Position: MHPSS Counsellor
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
Duration: Six Months
Closing Date: 28th October, 2023
Main Responsibilities: The MHPSS Counsellor will be responsible for the following main activities:
- Contribute to the implementation of the overall mental health and psychosocial support strategies, activities, and resources in Maiduguri.
- Facilitate the delivery of quality mental health & psychosocial support (MHPSS) for individuals and their communities, as well as improving community mental health and psychosocial well-being.
- Contribute to the integration of the MHPSS component into existing and new programs according to HQ Mental Health Strategy.
Tasks Description: Programming:
- Deliver one-on-one (Individual) and group counselling sessions to identified clients within our operations in Maiduguri.
- Develop psychosocial activities, including community mobilization, awareness raising, family therapy, creation of support groups, and working on family links, among others.
- Support the MH officer and Advisor in delivering training, workshops, etc. as outlined in the Project.
- Deliver health talks and sensitization sessions as part of our community engagement.
- Support in the creation of materials, including publicity documents and workshop contents.
- Engage with the community to deliver and promote TPO’s MHPSS project activities in the designated locations.
- Assist in writing monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, monitoring and evaluation activity reports, and progress reports of project activities, including monthly reporting to the MHPSS officer.
- Actively participate in coordination meetings.
- Maintain a positive image of TPO at all times and in all circumstances.
Reporting:
- Contribute to weekly/monthly activities reports to the line manager (MHPSS officer).
- Report to the MHPSS Officer monthly (mental health activities report to be sent in the first week of the month).
Security:
- Apply and respect TPO’s security rules within the mission.
Obligations:
- Maintain good socio-professional relationships with national and international partners.
- Attend team meetings and provide qualitative input and reports.
- If necessary, contribute to preparing emergency plans with the TPO team to adjust TPO activities and resources to the needs.
- Take part in advocacy and communication activities under the supervision of the supervisor.
- Perform other additional duties as requested by the Mental Health Officer and Mental Health Advisor.
Behaviour:
- Behave with self-restraint at all times and respect the dignity of the beneficiaries.
- Work effectively as part of a team and participate in different activities.
- Uphold concepts of equity, human rights, neutrality, and impartiality.
- Exhibit motivation at work.
- Demonstrate a willingness to enhance one’s own knowledge and skills by participating in capacity-building activities.
- Communicate effectively with the line manager/supervisor.
- Respect each team member’s position, work, and specialty.
- Adapt to special situations or demands from the supervisor.
Other Responsibilities: As the main MHPSS focal point in TPO’s Maiduguri Office, the MHPSS Counsellor will:
- Report MHPSS Needs and Gaps within our operations in Maiduguri.
- Support in drafting MH integration plans and materials for SRH Project; provide training, supervision, and reports as needed.
- Assist in preparing MHPSS Reports for Advocacy Uses.
- Aid in drafting MH integration training plans and materials; provide training and supervision as needed.
Qualification/Experiences:
- B.Sc. in Psychology, Social Work, Guidance and Counselling, or related fields.
- At least 2 years of work experience in relevant roles.
- Good communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English.
- Knowledge of Hausa or Kanuri is a must.
- Good IT skills, including the use of Word and database software.
- Demonstrable ability to adapt to changing program priorities and emergency priorities.
- Strong self-starter, able to take initiative and adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
- Commitment to TPO Protection Policy.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of local languages.
- Experience and skills in the management of staff.
- Experience in designing and facilitating training sessions.
- Understanding of the regional dynamics of the relevant field.
- Experience in working in an insecure environment.
- People in those locations are highly encouraged to apply.
Method of Application: Interested candidates should click on the link below to apply. Women are encouraged to apply.
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Deadline: Applications should be sent on or before 28th October, 2023.
TPO Nigeria is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
For inquiries, please contact (dbabuya@tpordc.org ).
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.