Psychologist - Bhersaf Metn

DUTIES

Psychologists work in community settings, shelters, and within primary health care centers (PHCCs). They function within interdisciplinary teams alongside nurses, social workers, psychomotor and speech therapists, and psychiatrists. 

• Assess referrals received for mental health concerns from social workers or PHCC staff
• Provide psychological first aid to individuals in crisis
• Conduct intake assessments and various mental health screenings
• Provide initial diagnoses, case conceptualizations, and treatment recommendations
• Administer and interpret a variety of psychological tests and assessment instruments
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling, as per treatment plan
• Follow up on the progress of treatment plans, as per organizational policy
• Maintain proper documentation of mental health services provided
• Refer individuals internally and externally, as needed
• Deliver mental health awareness sessions in community settings
• Work alongside and collaborate with other professionals at the centers or PHCCs
• Maintain the highest level of professionalism and abide by the organization’s code of ethics and practice guidelines
• Engage in continuing education to acquire up to date knowledge on relevant evidence-based practices
• Seek supervision systematically to ensure personal and professional development
• Engage in self-care practices to ensure personal well-being
• Report any concerns to the Mental Health Unit Team Leader

SKILLS

Business Skills

• Adaptation to specific working conditions
• Capacity to work in a team and autonomously
• Capacity to work in an multidisciplinary and multicultural team
• Capacity to work under high pressure
• Willingness to learn new skills and/or approaches
• Good capacity to interact with members of the team and different communities
• Ability to maintain outstanding working relationships with external and internal sources
• Ability to show initiative and take responsibility
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Specialized understanding and scientific approach to human behavior, cognitive performance, mental illness and psychosocial problems
• Ability to choose, conduct and report on psychological testing and assessments for diagnosis and treatment planning (for example mental health assessments)
• Ability to engage in case formulation, treatment delivery and final outcome evaluation processes
• An evidence-based approach to psychological interventions (for example: cognitive behavior therapy)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills

Computer Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office programs

ACADEMIC EDUCATION

• Master’s degree in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, child psychology, or a related field, along with relevant clinical experience.
• Passing score on the colloquium for psychologists and a license to practice psychology from the Ministry of Public Health.

EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• 1-5 years of experience
• Experience in the field of psychology and vulnerability/disability