PSS counsellor

AOAD (Accessibility Organization for Afghan Disabled) is a national disability-led organization registered with the Ministry of Economy of Afghanistan under license number 956. The organization works to advocate for the rights and meaningful inclusion of persons with disabilities in all aspects of society. AOAD promotes equal access to health, education, social services, and community participation, and supports initiatives that strengthen the dignity, empowerment, and well-being of persons with disabilities across Afghanistan.

Roles and Responsibilities

· Develop field activities plan in close coordination with project Supervisor.

· Assessing and identification of children, women and girls for psychosocial support in targeted communities

· Schedule and conduct field meetings with CDC heads, Women leaders, Parents and other target beneficiaries

· Keeping a detailed account of the client's mental health history.

· Conduct psychosocial redeveloped training plans in target communities

· Familiarize with existing pathways or where necessary develop a system for referral cases and case management which need further PSS support or other services.

· Provide context related PSS support at the individual, family, and community members.

· Conduct specific psychosocial group activities, adapted and appropriate to group’s specific needs and capacities.

· When needed work in close collaboration with faith leaders and others relevant authorities to create and implement psychosocial activities in the centers and the communities.

· Maintain records, with adherence to data protection policy and confidentiality principles, of clients’ information.

· Uphold ethical principles in all aspects of work, including maintaining and adhering to the recommended treatment protocol, maintain and processing of persona data, confidentiality, and obtaining of consent for any data transfer (on the need to know basis)

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· Supporting social mobilizers to conduct awareness sessions to the project beneficiaries

Any other project related task assigned by project supervisor.

Values

· Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

· Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

A. BA degree in psychology related field.

B. Minimum 2-3 years’ work experience, particularly in the field of mental health with INGOs, public hospitals or other prominent organization.

C. Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto, both written and spoken, other local languages will be an asset,

D. Experience in staff management, public outreach/ counseling, community mobilization, coordination with stakeholders.

E. Strong Command on Pashto/Dari

F. Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-ethnic team and take on diverse tasks.

G. Working experience in the targeted provinces and familiar with concerned community, geography and culture.  

H. Team worker, Analytical and Troubleshooting skills

I. Honest, proactive and well mannered.

AOAD has got a strong stand on the protection of beneficiaries.

· "The Role Holder will have to create and maintain an environment which prevents sexual exploitation and abuse and promotes the implementation of the code of conduct"

· AOAD promotes and upholds the principles of equal opportunities and its policies (PSEA, Child Protection, etc.). AOAD has a zero-tolerance approach to any harm to, or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or a child by any of our staff, representatives, or partners. Recruitment to all jobs in AOAD includes, in particular, criminal
record checks and the collection of relevant references. Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do.

· Individuals with disabilities and female candidates are especially encouraged to apply. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly value the unique perspectives and contributions that you can bring to our team.

· Female candidates are required to have a Mahram in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Islamic Emirate for work in the designated work area and only the transposition cost and food allowance will be paid for the Mahram

Interested applicants are requested to submit their applications through the link provided below. Please complete all required fields and upload your updated CV along with the requested information through the form.

Applicants must ensure that all details are accurate and complete before submission. Incomplete applications or submissions sent through other channels will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test or further assessments as part of the recruitment process.

To apply please follow the link bellow:

https://forms.gle/UQHkLBSP9W6XQS2i6