MHPSS Specialist

International Medical Corps is working to relieve the suffering of those impacted by war, natural disaster and disease by delivering vital health care services that focus on training, helping devastated populations return to self-reliance. IMC has been working in Gaza since 2009 and is currently implementing a project to support health service provision in partnership with local NGOs.

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International Medical Corps is currently looking for MHPSS Specialist.

Capacity: Full-Time Contract

Desired Start Date: 01. June 2024

End date: 31. August 2024

Location: West Bank.

Reports to Country Program Coordinator

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively lead or participate in coordination mechanisms in the area (e.g. Health, general coordination, potential MHPSS coordination group) and advocate for principles of IASC MHPSS guidelines.
• Identify and train local mental health officers and refugee staff/volunteers in community outreach, mental health case management, follow-up, and mental health promotion.
• Provide training in the identification and non-pharmacological management of priority mental health condition to general health staff in line with WHO MH GAP Intervention Guidelines in coordination with project MHPSS coordinator (psychiatrist).
• Engage trained staff and volunteers in on the job mentoring and supervision.
• Provide mental health and psychosocial support services along with health staff as needed.
• Ensure completion and analysis of pre post knowledge tests and on the job supervision
• Support collection and reporting of mental health project data including HMIS reporting and patient outcomes (e.g. functioning, satisfaction with services).
• Provide training in other MHPSS topics as appropriate, depending on identified needs (e.g. key aspects of psychological first aid and relevant aspects of IASC guidelines) to IMC and staff from other agencies.
• Implement social and recreational activities (e.g. youth friendly activities) .
• Assist with the development of new proposals.
• Assist with hiring of national staff as needed.
• Implement the project in line with IMC and global MHPSS standards and guidelines and closely coordinate with IMC's.
• Technical Unit Global Mental Health Advisor for development and review of training materials and reports.
• Represent IMC in MHPSS related meetings and coordination groups.
• Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.

    Code of Conduct

As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards.

If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one's own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have  sufficient  knowledge  and  resources  to  follow  the  standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps' policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

Safeguarding

It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, or adults at risk; and any form of trafficking in persons. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report.

Equal Opportunities

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, or disability.

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Qualifications and Skills:

• Typically, a 4-year University degree in related area. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• The qualified candidate will be a mental health professional (psychologist, clinical social worker, psychiatrist, or psychiatric nurse).
• Typically, 5+ years' experience working on MHPSS programs, preferably in humanitarian settings.
• Training and clinical supervision practice and experience required.
• Knowledgeable in and experience following IASC Guidelines on MHPSS in Emergencies and international best practices on the integration of MHPSS into primary health care settings.
• Demonstrable technical expertise in the assessment, design, and delivery of responses to pre-existing and emergency- induced MHPSS needs.
• Training experience required; capacity and proven track record in national staff and partner training and capacity-building.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills.
• Honest, hardworking and self-motivated.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within different cultural environments.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team structure or independently, flexible, and can cope with stressful workload.
• An excellent command of verbal and written English.

How to apply.

• Interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to fill the application in the link below no later than May 19, 2024.

Fill the application

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• CVs and Cover Letter must be submitted in English.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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