MHPSS/GBV/Counselors

Overview:

We are seeking qualified and compassionate MHPSS (Mental Health and Psychosocial Support) and GBV (Gender-Based Violence) Counselors to join our team.

The ideal candidates will provide critical support to individuals affected by mental health issues and experiences of gender-based violence, ensuring they receive the necessary care, resources, and advocacy.

Key Responsibilities:

• MHPSS/GBV Counsellor will be responsible for identifying individuals with mental health distress/ survivors of GBV, providing first line of care and linking them to clinics and/or Government/partners facilities.
• Identify and respond to survivors arising needs and work in close collaboration with other teams to ensure the survivor’s psych-social and other needs are well met.
• Deliver one-on-one Psychosocial support sessions to identified clients
• Deliver health education/sensitization on MHPSS and GBV-related topics
• Coordinate internal and external referrals to survivors according to their needs 
• Work in close collaboration with GBV Officer to update referral pathways and systems between community and PHC actors.
• Collect and report appropriate data

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• At least 1-2 years of professional experiences in relevant field (social work, psycho-social) Good knowledge of women’s rights issues, GBV and complexities as it relates to target populations.
• Commitment to the GBV/MHPSS Guiding Principles and psychological first aid
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) Hausa is a must.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective working relations with staff and other stakeholders.
• 1-2 years relevant experience Identifying common signs and symptoms of mental health distress.
• Ability to collect, analyse, and report on data to inform program improvement. 
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and foster a team environment.
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Demonstrate strong social and interpersonal skills with a high level of empathy. 
• Ability to convey complex information in a clear and understandable way