The Full-time Mental Health Social Worker will be responsible for supporting mental health care staff, and meeting the unique needs of each beneficiary in the targeted areas.
Responsibilities and Essential Functions
- Conduct a full assessment of beneficiaries’ needs, including mental health needs, by filling appropriate MHPSS forms (e.g., intake form, progress form) and tools (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7)
- Initiate case management of the case using a biopsychosocial, multi-disciplinary and community-based approach
- Maintain a professional, respectful and empathic relationship with beneficiaries and their families
- Work closely with members of the mental health team to formulate a care plan
- Follow-up regularly on beneficiaries’ care plan and all services provided
- Act as contact person for when beneficiaries and their families require information concerning their care
- Effectively assess, support, and follow-up on critical cases
- Provide basic psychosocial support and psychoeducation to beneficiaries under the advisement of the mental health professionals
- Provide awareness raising sessions and psychoeducation sessions concerning mental health issues
- Conduct outreach activities when needed
- Maintain accurate records and patient files
- Knowledge of/willingness to build capacity and knowledge in mental health in complex emergencies is a plus (IASC guidelines, Psychological Fird Aid, mhGAP…)
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Good organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adhere to ethical considerations and principles with regard to work with vulnerable populations.
- Good report writing skills.
- Ability to communicate with vulnerable populations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet use.
- Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English; French is a plus.
Experience:
- 2-3 years of work experience.
- Previous experience in NGO and humanitarian field is an advantage.
- Previous experience in working with children and vulnerable populations is an advantage.
Working Conditions
- Stationed at the healthcare facility, with visits to IOCC office when needed.
Intervention Sectors
Mental Health
Location
- Lebanon
- Beirut
- Lebanon
- Mount Lebanon
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
800 to 1200 (USD)
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
To apply, qualified applicants should send a resume or CV to: lebrecruit@iocc.org. To ensure the timely review of your resume, please insert "Mental Health Social Worker” in the subject line of the email. No phone calls please. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please don’t wait for the last date to apply, as IOCC might start interviews before the deadline. Preferable that candidate resides in the areas of concern. IOCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a professional and diverse workforce.
IOCC has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries and staff. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct, that enshrines principles of PSEA, always (both during working hours and outside work hours). Familiarization with, and adherence to, the Code of Conduct is an essential requirement of all staff, in addition to related mandatory training. All staff must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause.
Requires a Cover Letter?
No
Experience Requirements
2 to 3 years
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details
BA or MA in social work with training in mental health OR BA in psychology OR any other relevant field
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
None
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No