Mental Health Specialist

Date Posted: Dec 26, 2024

Job Detail

Location:

Badghis
Type:

Full Time/Permanent
Shift:

Rotating Days
Career Level:

Entry Level Staff
Positions:

1
Vacancy number:

OCCD/BADGHIS2024/164
Experience:

5 Year
Gender:

Any
Salary:

As per organization's salary scale Af
Degree:

Diploma 14 Pass
Apply Before:

Jan 07, 2025

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About OCCD

Organization for Community Coordination and Development (OCCD) established and registered with the Ministry of Economy in 2013, is a non-profit, non-governmental, non-political, and independent organization. OCCD works in partnership with Government, development and implementing partners in Health, Education, Agriculture, and Livestock, Research and Development

Job Description

A Mental Health Specialist is a professional trained to diagnose, treat, and support individuals facing mental health challenges. Mental health specialists play a crucial role in improving the emotional and psychological well-being of individuals, helping them lead more fulfilling lives.

Key Responsibilities:

Conducting evaluations to identify mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. This involves interviews, questionnaires, and psychological testing.
Developing personalized treatment plans that may include therapy, medication management, and lifestyle changes.
Providing different forms of therapy like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, and group therapy to help clients manage symptoms and improve emotional well-being.
Working with other healthcare providers, such as primary care doctors, social workers, and family members, to provide comprehensive care.
providing immediate assistance in mental health emergencies, such as suicidal thoughts, severe depression, or psychotic episodes.
Teaching coping strategies, stress management techniques, and promoting mental health awareness to prevent the escalation of mental health issues
Support the design of community-based mental health interventions, ensuring accessibility, cultural appropriateness, and relevance to the target populations.

Work closely with provincial staff to reduce stigma and promote mental health awareness.

Job Requirements

Certified specialization in Mental Health.
Master’s degree in Psychology, Psychiatry or a related field is a plus.
Post-graduate training in mental health or psychosocial support is an asset.
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in mental health, with at least 2 years working in humanitarian or development settings.
Proven experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating mental health programs, particularly in conflict settings or post-conflict recovery.
Strong background in psychosocial support (PSS), psychological first aid, trauma-informed care, and counseling.
Experience working with displaced populations, including refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and vulnerable communities.
Deep understanding of mental health challenges in emergency settings and familiarity with international mental health standards.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders, including local health authorities, community members, and international organizations.
Ability to train and mentor local staff and stakeholders to strengthen mental health systems.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement monitoring and evaluation systems for mental health programs.
Proven ability to work under pressure and in unstable environments, adapting to shifting priorities and circumstances.

Fluency in English, with proficiency in local languages (Dari, Pashto) preferred.

Personal Attributes:

Strong leadership and teamwork abilities.
Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
High levels of empathy and a commitment to improving mental health outcomes for marginalized populations.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and creatively in a field-based setting.
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience working in a large scale of population such as RH, PH.
Knowledge of community-based mental health models and peer support interventions.
Training or experience in Health System Strengthening and integration of mental health services into primary health care.

Skills Required

Communication Skills

Submission Guideline:

Interested candidates should submit their resumes along with the cover letter to recruitment-af@occd.org.af

PLEASE REMEMBER TO WRITE THE VACANCY#, POSITION, AND PROVINCE IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. NOTE: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Submission Email:

recruitment-af@occd.org.af

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