Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Officer at Centre for Social Cohesion Peace and Empowerment (CENSCOPE)

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Posted: Apr 7, 2026

Deadline: Apr 14, 2026

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About CENSCOPE

Centre for Social Cohesion, Peace and Empowerment (CENSCOPE) is a non-profit organization that focuses on promoting the ideals of self-sustainability, equality and social justice to the members of the society, it was founded in the year 2014 out of the need to give succor and support to the victim of arm conflict and natural disasters in Ni...

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Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Officer

Job Type Full Time , Onsite

Qualification BA/BSc/HND

Experience 3 years

Location Borno

Job Field Medical / Healthcare   , NGO/Non-Profit  

Location: KAGA LGA

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled MHPSS Officer to support the delivery of mental health and psychosocial support services to vulnerable individuals and communities affected by crisis. The role focuses on strengthening resilience, improving emotional well-being, and ensuring safe referral for individuals with specialized mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual and group psychosocial support sessions

Deliver Psychological First Aid (PFA) where required

Facilitate structured support groups and community-based PSS activities

Identify individuals requiring specialized mental health care and support referrals

Conduct community awareness sessions on stress management, coping skills, and stigma reduction

Maintain confidential case files and documentation

Support training of community volunteers on basic psychosocial support

Collect data and contribute to activity and donor reports

Ensure safeguarding, confidentiality, and do-no-harm principles are upheld

Support the implementation and the promotion of gender, age and diversity principles at any time during activities.

Perform other duties as assigned. The key responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.

Key Skills and Competence

Strong counselling and active listening skills

Ability to handle distress and sensitive situations calmly

Good reporting and documentation skills

Knowledge of referral pathways and community services

Cultural sensitivity and empathy

Compassionate and patient

High integrity and respect for confidentiality

Ability to work under pressure

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Mental Health, or related field

Training in Psychological First Aid (PFA) or counselling skills is an advantage

Minimum of 3 years ' experience in MHPSS, counselling, or psychosocial programming

Experience in humanitarian or conflict-affected settings is highly desirable.

Proven work experience in the implementation of disability inclusion programming

IMPORTANT NOTE

CENSCOPE operates in an equal opportunity environment and has policies that actively encourages inclusion and diversity, 

CENSCOPE has zero tolerance for , abuse and harassment

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the organization reserves the right to close this vacancy prior to the stated deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.

Only shortlisted candidates will be

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