PSS Counsellor 

Position: PSS Counsellor 

Type: Full-time, On-site 

Location: South of Gaza, Palestine 

Salary: ILS 3,752 per month 

Reporting to: Rehabilitation Point Coordinator  

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is a leading UK charity dedicated to improving the health and dignity of Palestinians affected by conflict, occupation, and displacement. With a focus on the occupied Palestinian territory and Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon, we provide vital health and medical care to those in need, particularly in crisis zones like Gaza. As part of our commitment to meeting the growing needs of the communities we serve, we're expanding our team.  

MAP is seeking a PSS Counsellor who will be responsible for will assessing and addressing the psychosocial needs of vulnerable community members by providing mental health and psychosocial support services, including Psychological First Aid (PFA) and individual counseling. The counsellor will collaborate with medical providers to develop individualized plans, conduct safe referrals, and monitor the effectiveness of interventions. The role will involve supporting persons with disabilities, assessing protection needs, and integrating mental health support across activities. Additionally, the counsellor will maintain positive community relations and provide weekly reports on activities and needs, with a willingness to travel in southern Gaza. 

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The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and will have extensive experience in psychosocial support or social work, particularly in child protection, case management, and with vulnerable populations. Technical expertise in supporting persons with disabilities, unaccompanied children, and GBV cases is essential. The candidate will be knowledgeable about the rights of persons with disabilities, confidentiality, and data protection, as well as key protection and MHPSS principles in humanitarian contexts and relevant international standards. 

Please download the job description for more details. 

MAP has a zero tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by MAP‘s personnel against the people they serve. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected candidates will be required to comply with MAP's PSEA Policy at all times. Selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks against their past behaviour related to sexual exploitation and abuse, and may be required to provide additional information further on in the selection process.

We offer a well-rounded benefits package that’s designed to ensure our employees feel supported and valued, both professionally and personally. 

Please send your CV and a cover letter using the following link:

(https://careers.map.org.uk) and apply using the “apply now function”. Your cover letter should explain how you meet the essential and desirable position requirements and why you feel you would be a suitable candidate for the role of PSS Counsellor. 

NB: MAP reserves the right to close this advert before the confirmed closing date when we are in receipt of sufficient applications.      

We would therefore advise interested applicants to apply as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the deadline, then you have not been successful in shortlisting