Psychologist

Job Description: The responsibility of the psychologist is to support children and families in need of individualized MHPSS interventions, within the framework of Naba’a’s community-based psychosocial support program. Direct Manager: Project Coordinator  Responsibilities: Assess psychosocial and mental health needs of the children and caregivers referred or self-referred to Naba’a MHPSS services, and determine if further intervention is needed Coordinate the development of an intervention plan to assist children and families in overcoming emotional, relational and developmental difficulties Provide technical guidance and support to Naba’a’s junior psychologists, social workers and case workers Provide strategic and technical advice to Naba’a on MHPSS program development, monitoring and evaluation; Provide therapeutic support to children and/or caregivers through individualized or group therapy sessions Identify the need for psychiatric intervention and refer to psychiatric services when and as necessary Identify protection needs and contribute to the development of relevant interventions (identify technical strengths to build on, and areas to address; provide advice to the management regarding staff capacity building needs, and contribute to addressing them through direct feedback, coaching and training activities) Abide to standards of best clinical practice, confidentiality and informed consent Document interventions in compliance with Naba’a’s guidelines and procedures Advice Naba’a on best practices related to the documentation of MHPSS work Participate in regular training and supervision activities as directed by Project Coordinator Report monthly to Project Coordinator Qualifications and skills: Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology. Finalized or in the process of finalizing training on psychotherapy Fluent in written and spoken Arabic – English or French are a plus. A minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience, preferably in the context of community-based interventions . Excellent communication skills To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to h.hamzi@nabaa-lb.org and wafa.dakwar@map-uk.org