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Save The Children International recrute un Responsable MHPSS / Santé Mentale et Soutien Psychosocial
CDI18 days ago
Job Description
Kinshasa
CDI
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SAVE THE CHILDREN INTERNATIONAL (SCI)
SAVE THE CHILDREN INTERNATIONAL (SCI) is an NGO that defends children’s rights around the world. This organization presents itself as “the largest independent global movement working for children”. POST: Head of MHPSS / Mental Health and Psychosocial Support – OCC DR Congo - Kinshasa Purpose of the post The MHPSS Manager, under the supervision of the OCC Manager, is responsible for planning, implementing and monitoring mental health and psychosocial support interventions within the OCC. He/she shall ensure that children and their accompanying persons are provided with appropriate psychosocial support, preventive and curative interventions, as well as referrals to specialized services where necessary. The position also contributes to staff capacity building and the integration of MHPSS services into all OCC activities.
EXTENT OF POST
Report to: Head of MHPSS / Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Employees to report to this position: Psychosocial Assistants Direct: Yes Indirect: No
Responsibilities
Budgetary responsibilities: Yes Dimensions of the role: Internal: OCC Manager, Site Supervisor, Child Protection Managers, Case Managers, Social Workers, Health Team, MEAL Team and Operations Teams. External: Ministry of Health, Ministry of Social Affairs/Social Services, UNICEF, WHO, MHPSS partners, health facilities, community leaders and mental health and psychosocial support providers.
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Assess the psychosocial and emotional needs of children and caregivers affected by the Ebola response and identify those requiring additional support. Provide age-appropriate psychosocial support, including psychological first aid, one-on-one sessions, group activities and structured psychosocial activities.
Other information
Design, implement and oversee MHPSS activities within the OCC and other designated response sites. Identify children and caregivers requiring specialized mental health services and ensure their quick and secure referencing. Work closely with social workers, case managers, nurses, WASH teams and other MHPSS actors. Support children facing distress, grief, loss, stigma, anxiety or other psychosocial difficulties related to the Ebola outbreak. Strengthen the capacity of caregivers to provide emotional support, positive parenting and protective care for children. Provide technical support and support to child protection teams and community workers on basic psychosocial support and psychological first aid. Coordinate with health structures, social services and specialized providers to strengthen referral mechanisms and continuity of care. Support community outreach activities to reduce stigma, promote positive coping mechanisms and improve access to MHPSS services. Ensure accurate and confidential documentation of MHPSS activities and contribute to program monitoring, evaluation and reporting. Ensure that all MHPSS interventions are implemented in accordance with applicable standards, safeguarding principles, confidentiality requirements and the best interests of the child. Support staff wellness initiatives and identify psychosocial risks affecting frontline workers.
Candidate profile
Training and qualifications:
Education / Qualifications
Essentials: Bachelor/Bachelor in Psychology, Psychosocial Counselling, Social Work, Mental Health or related discipline. Professional training in mental health and psychosocial support, psychosocial support, First Psychological Aid (PFA) or a similar approach. Desirable: Graduate degree or specialized training in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, mental health or MHPSS. Training in MHPSS in emergency situations, child-centred psychosocial support or trauma-informed approaches.
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