Job Description

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Position: Social Worker – Psychosocial Counselling (Full- time)

Location: Lilongwe, Likuni

Duration: 1 year

 

Background

Fount for Nations is a registered local non-profit, non-governmental organization in Malawi. The organization was founded in 2015 with a mission of complimenting the efforts of the government of Malawi in building equal learning opportunities for Malawi’s differently-abled children to ensure no child is left behind. Since its inception FFN has partnered with teachers, parents and caregivers, health workers and entire communities to provide a holistic learning experience for differently-abled children which gives an inclusive, relevant and practical foundation to their education.

Fount for Nations in partnership with the Ministry of Health through the Department of Rehabilitation Services and its stakeholders are working on developing a national developmental and disability screening tool that can be used within the health, education and community systems. In addition to the tool, there is need to build the capacity of community healthcare workers and parents/caregivers not only in using the tool but to also respond early and effectively to the needs of the children as they identify them. Based on our years of experience in creating thriving ecosystems of support for children who are differently-abled including in early years, we are uniquely positioned to begin working on a resource guide specifically for community healthcare workers and parents/caregivers. In line with this background, Fount for Nations is looking for an individual to fill the position of a Psychosocial Counselling Social Worker.

 

Overview

The Psychosocial Counselling Social worker will be responsible for providing emotional support and mental health counseling to individuals, families, and groups. He\She will assist clients by establishing a safe environment for them to express their thoughts and feelings, monitor and assess clients fear, stress, depression and anxiety using relevant tools, offer credible solutions that improve psychological well-being and foster adjustment. He\She will be expected to record clear and accurate case data. He\she will work hand in hand with the Project Officer to develop, administer and improve psychosocial interventions for clients which will build resilience and improve coping. 

Duties and Responsibilities

•          Assessing client needs and developing treatment plans.
•          Conducting individual, family and group therapy sessions.
•          Providing crisis intervention and referrals.
•          Maintaining client confidentiality and records.
•          Collaborating with other health professionals to provide comprehensive care.
•          Staying up-to-date with current psychotherapy techniques and research.
•          Preparing reports.
•          Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.