Q-Sourcing on behalf of Imprint Hope is hiring a Counsellor and will primary be responsibility to lead the implementation of high-quality evidence-based psych-social support interventions within Imprint Hope programs, including providing counseling directly with Imprint Hope beneficiary caregivers. You will work collaboratively within IH’s multi-disciplinary team, contributing leadership and technical expertise to ensure responsive and impactful holistic interventions for each beneficiary family. Imprint Hope commits itself to implement evidence-based programming which contributes to Integral Human Development (aligned to the ecological model), and prioritizes the safety and dignity of all program participants. You will contribute to the development of Imprint Hope’s program model and associated frameworks and procedures.
Location: Kayunga District, Uganda (based on travel requirement)
Application Deadline: 05:00 pm, Friday, 28th March 2024
Working Relationships
- Reports To: Clinical Psychologist
- Collaborates with:
- Psychosocial Team
- Medical and Therapy Team
- Operations Team
Values and Competencies
Values:
- Integrity
- Respect
- Understanding
- Excellence
- Teamwork
Behavioural Competencies:
- Demonstrates leadership and positively influences others; effectively trains and mentors peers on the value of his/her profession.
- Builds strong teams: prioritizes communication and teamwork and makes people feel valued.
- Manages toward results: takes initiative and responsibility; holds self and team accountable for results.
- Applies critical thinking, adaptive management, clinical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
- Holds self and others accountable to IH values, principles, and policies without exception.
- Ensures strong stewardship of resources and assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy to clients under Imprint Hope’s program, as directed by your supervisor.
- Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-informed care, in relation to your work with beneficiaries under Imprint Hope’s program.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the client’s history, challenges, support system and emotional needs.
- Establish a trusting and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with clients.
- In collaboration with your supervisor, create personalized treatment plans based on client assessments, considering their unique needs, history, and personal goals.
- Ensure appropriate record keeping and confidentiality.
- Empower clients to build coping strategies, self-care routines, and resilience skills.
- Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards related to confidentiality and documentation at all times.
- Provide culturally competent care by respecting and understanding the diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences of clients.
- Tailor therapeutic approaches to be sensitive to cultural, religious, and socioeconomic factors.
- Educate others (such as organizations, schools, or community groups) about trauma-informed care.
- Assist in training new staff on trauma-informed therapeutic practices.
- Stay updated on the latest research, therapeutic techniques, and trauma-related issues.
- Participate in ongoing training and supervision to ensure the delivery of high-quality care.
Requirements
Expected Education and Experience:
- Bachelor-equivalent degree in Guidance and Counselling or other relevant degree – Master’s Degree is a plus.
- Additional training in trauma informed care is a benefit.
- 1-3 years experience in a counselling role required.
- Experience in a development project or community setting is a plus.
- Experience focused on children and families is a plus.
- Experience with rural or highly vulnerable populations is a plus.
- Fluent English and Luganda speaker.
- Basic Computer Skills – typing, email, Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Basic English-writing skills (ability to write basic sentences and paragraphs for emails, reports etc).
- Experience with operations of an NGO is a plus.
- Experience working with or knowledge about persons with disabilities is a plus.
Other Requirements:
- Day travel to rural field locations within Kayunga District is estimated at 75%. No overnight travel anticipated.
Personal Skills:
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Passion and commitment to provide high-quality counseling/PSS programs for the most vulnerable populations, especially people with disabilities.
- Exceptional Integrity and ability to hold self and others accountable to IH values and policies/procedures without exception
How to Apply
All candidates who meet the criteria outlined above are encouraged to apply under the job vacancy “QSSU – IH-CSR-COUNSELLOR”. Submit your application via: