Psychologist - Mount Lebanon

Duties:

In relevance to the direct field of expertise for all psychologists

Ability to provide structured clinical assessments and clear case formulation: Assess the needs of the beneficiaries on the cognitive, behavioral, emotional levels

Ability to use standardized assessment tools

Use relevant psychological tests and assessment instruments when relevant to the need of the beneficiary and the expertise of the psychologist

Provide initial clinical diagnosis if relevant to the need of the beneficiary and the expertise of the psychologist

Ability to developing a consistent and acceptable treatment plan with clear objectives in relevance to the need assessment with a logical and consistent timeframe that includes estimated dates for case evaluation, closure and post support check-up

Using different relaxation & stress management techniques

Discuss and share the care plans with the multidisciplinary teams in order to ensure the provision of a comprehensive holistic care plan, and highlight relevant recommendations

Provide continuous psychological support and when possible, structured therapy settings

Ability to recognize mental health priority conditions as per the mhGAP 

Provide individual support, and/or group support

Specialized in at least one evidence-based approach (e.g., CBT, Trauma Focused-CBT, IPT, EMDR).

Monitoring and evaluating the psychological progress of the client

Provide Psychological First Aid for beneficiaries in crisis or during emergency settings

Provide proper internal and external referral, with post-referral check-up

Maintain proper documentation of mental health services provided as per the policies of the Health department

Maintain irreproachable levels of confidentiality

Participate in all internal meetings scheduled by the Health department

Participate in all relevant internal trainings scheduled by the Health department

Actively participate in the revision, design and conduction of any document used by the Health department in direct relevance to the psychological field of work.

In relevance to the specific setting in which the psychologist is engaged

Participate in the construction of mental health awareness content 

Deliver awareness mental health sessions in community settings and conduct Mental Health Support Groups

Skills:

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Interviewing skills

Ability to develop rapport with the patient

Excellent communication, problem solving, Interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, Patience, Trustworthiness, Empathy, Analytical skills, Critical thinking 

Cultural sensitivity

Ability to adhere to ethical considerations and principles with regard to work with vulnerable populations

Academic Education:

MA in Clinical Psychology

A completed clinical training/practicum in a university center consisting of at least 100 hours of training under supervision and 300 hours of applied training

Obtained a Lebanese colloquium certificate for clinical psychologists

Obtained a License to practice the clinical psychology profession from the Ministry of Public Health

N.B: A letter of recommendation from a senior clinical psychologist supervisor (holder of a doctorate and/or a scholar) and membership in one of the registered psychological associations of Lebanon is preferable.

Experience & Knowledge:

3 to 5 years of experience in a related field.