Psychosocial Coordinator - Sinn El Fil

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The Psychosocial Coordinator is directly responsible for the implementation of psychosocial projects and activities through coordination between psychologists and social workers in all regions.

DUTIES

• Implement psychosocial projects and keep data records of the targets related to different projects
• Monitor the progress of the activities
• Attend sector coordination relevant meetings
• Provide coordination between psychologists and social workers
• Ensure a proper follow up on meetings with the psychologists and social workers when needed
• Monitor all psychosocial activities and services
• Provide PSS training to the staff
• Provide psychological services for migrants and refugees
• Provide direct psychosocial support and refer internally and externally as needed, respecting confidentiality and the right of the beneficiary
• Administer and interpret a variety of psychological tests and assessment instruments
• Provide support for disturbed individuals emotionally and mentally
• Interface with families, treatment team members and case management
• Conduct discussion group, focus group with individuals and families
• Conduct awareness sessions with the beneficiaries
• Work directly with the social worker to develop intervention plans and follow up at the home level
• Respect beneficiary confidentiality
• Address needs and requests in a professional way
• Report any incident or act that causes any harm to beneficiary or to others
• Always respect a refusal of treatment
• Assess the HR needs of the unit and interview candidates in coordination with the HR Department
• Handle employee complaints, grievances and disputes
• Conduct and monitor employee performance review, and follow up on agreed action plans
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues and partners
• Adhere to all quality standards and procedures
• Supervise and evaluate PSS activities on the field including: life skill trainings and recreational activities
• Conduct impact evaluations on a quarterly basis
• Contribute to establishing and implementing operational work plans, setting clear targets and activity plans for ongoing project for the PSS component
• Develop and follow up on the implementation of the work plan related to PSS
• Contribute in ongoing field assessments and data collection as required
• Follow up on the recruitment of trainers and payment cycles
• Collaborate with partners and other agencies when required
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Immediate Supervisor

SKILLS

Business Skills

• Adaptation to specific working condition
• Ability to work effectively at all levels in the organization, both individually and as part of a team
• Capacity to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural team
• Flexibility and availability
• Capacity to work under high pressure
• Willingness to learn new skills and/or approaches
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain outstanding working relationships with external and internal sources
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to show initiative and take responsibility
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Computer Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs

EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• 7– 10 years of experience
• Experience in the field of Psychology and vulnerability/disability