MHPSS Associate in Kaiserslautern bei IOM Internationale Organisation für Migration

IOM Internationale Organisation für Migration

- Multiple Positions

Position Title :

MHPSS Associate

Duty Station :

Kaiserslautern, Germany

Reference Code :

VN-DE2-2023-21

Classification :

General Service Staff, G5

Type of Appointment :

One Year Fixed-Term Contract - (40hrs/week) with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date :

As soon as possible

Closing Date :

21 September 2023

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Context:

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. As the leading international organization for migration, IOM acts with its partners in the international community to assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration management; advance understanding of migration issues; encourage social and economic development through migration and uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants affected by the ongoing emergency.

IOM’s operations cover diverse thematic areas such as: Humanitarian Relief Assistance, Protection (including Gender based Violence and Child Protection), Shelter and Non-food items, Health and Psychosocial Support, Resettlement, and Movement Management.

Under the overall guidance of the Head of Office, the overall supervision of the MHPSS coordinator and under the direct supervision of the MHPSS Officer, and in collaboration with relevant units at Headquarters and onsite, the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for the following:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Facilitate individual and group counselling sessions.

2. Provide administrative support on intervention plans with mental health specialists such as clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, doctors, nurses, social workers etc., and make referrals to specialized services as requested, when needed.

3. Assist families and primary caregivers in supporting their family members with mental health and behavioral challenges.

4. Conduct preliminary assessments and document cases from the initial consultation to the end.

5. Support the development of appropriate intervention and recovery plans for individuals, couples, families and groups.

6. Support the development of referral pathways and organize referrals to specialized mental health care in coordination with the MHPSS officer.

7. Organize platforms and workshop on disseminating key information and advocacy messages on MHPSS.

8. Support partnership and capacity building and to strengthen local and international NGOs, assist with the provision of coaching and networking.

9. Report all services provided; including follow-up and new cases, as well as visibility materials of all MHPSS activities.

10. Assist to build the capacity of IOM staff, on MHPSS related issues through workshops and trainings.

11. Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the program and in the logistical elaboration of the programmatic phases of intervention.

12. Assist to assess clients[singlequote] risk, considering their mental health & social needs when performing interventions.

13. Measure the effectiveness of interventions & suggest changes where required. 16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelors’ degree (or higher) in Psychology or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with at least three years of relevant professional experience, preferably in similar roles;

Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with at least five years of relevant working experience, preferably in similar roles.

Experience