MHPSS Counselors for MHTs

Bakhter Development Network (BDN) was established and registered in 2001 with the Ministry of Economics in Afghanistan as an Afghan, non-political, non-profit, and non-governmental organization. BDN operates in line with its constitution in three sectors: education, health, and agriculture and livestock. With its current focus on public health and nutrition services, BDN's mission is to assist communities in the achievement of their own development goals, while its vision is a world of enabled communities working toward a brighter future.

Currently, BDN is involved in implementing different health projects across multiple provinces of Afghanistan, such as BPHS-EPHS projects in Balkh and vertical projects like CBNI, TSFP, PHNS, FSAC, GC7, S-WIFS, and RMNCAH/SRH and PSS services in provinces such as Balkh, Badakhshan, Baghlan, Faryab, Sar-e-Pol, Jawzjan, Samangan, Takhar, Kapisa, Ghazni, Kunduz, Paktia, Paktika, Khost, Kabul, Parwan, Panjshir, and Maidan Wardak.

BDN, in more than 20 years of its operation, has made impressive contributions in promoting access to quality healthcare and has developed a reputable track record in the effective implementation of numerous projects within the country. BDN adheres to the policy of equal employment opportunities, and its hiring process is based on evaluation by knowledge, skill, work experience, and ability, without regard to age, sex, race, religion, ethnicity, or physical status.

The MHPSS counselor will play a crucial role in providing mental health and psychosocial support services to individuals and communities as part of the project. This position involves offering counseling, psychological support, and mental health education to address the emotional well-being of beneficiaries.

The MHPSS counselor is responsible for:

• Conduct psychosocial assessments to understand the emotional and psychological needs of clients.
• Provide individual and group counseling sessions to address trauma, stress, and other mental health issues.
• Develop personalized psychosocial support plans and coping strategies.
• Educate clients and communities about mental health and stress management.
• Conduct mental health awareness sessions and workshops.
• Promote mental health and well-being through community engagement.
• Providing quality and appropriate counseling services to clients referred by doctors.
• Maintaining a continuous record in the registration book (for each visitor) of the supplementary services provided and other counseling sessions.
• Collaborating with doctors in categorizing patients and conducting examinations.
• Working with various sections of the health center, such as vaccination, maternal and child health, etc., to improve health services.
• Actively participating in health education sessions.
• Generating monthly reports on all activities within the relevant department.
• Ensuring proper hygiene and reasonable use of equipment and resources.
• Collaborating with Community Health Workers (CHWs) to enhance the range of activities.
• Having sufficient knowledge about the Basic Package of Health Services for Afghanistan and implementing them in practice.
• Routine and systematic registration and record-keeping of client cases.
• Achieving targeted objectives.
• Performing other duties assigned by the relevant supervisor.

• Graduated from the 12^th grade with a diploma in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of mental health issues, trauma, and psychosocial support techniques.
• Excellent communication and counseling skills.
• Empathy, sensitivity, and cultural competence in working with diverse populations.
• Familiarity with Afghan mental health programs and community engagement is a plus.
• Knowledge of local languages is essential.

BDN is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

We welcome prospective applicants to submit their resumes and a formal letter of application delineating their credentials and enthusiasm for the role via the provided link until the close of business on August 13, 2026. Please note that applicants may submit only one application for their chosen position.

https://forms.gle/VFibfQzQrf88ax6G7

BDN has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the BDN, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. BDN also adheres to strict child-safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credentials and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.