The Position: Psychologist

Requirements for the position

Education:

- Psychologist

- Obtaining a license to practice the profession

Preferably a doctor with the Arab Board

Experience: 2 years experience as a Psychologist, desirable previous experience with NGOs or INGOs in developing countries.

Languages: English and Arabic

Other: Desirable computer literacy (word, excel, and internet)

Description

Place of work: IBB, Republic of Yemen

Others: Until the end of the year, with 3 months of probation period. Possibility of renewal

Main objectives

Provide psychological support to patients according to UNFPA principles and protocols in order to improve the patients’ mental health.

Main responsibilities and tasks

Carry out evaluation of psychological and mental health needs of patients, elaborate a diagnosis and establish a plan of treatment

Diagnose any psychological or psychiatric disorder and if necessary, refer the patient to the medical team in order to receive drug treatment.

Implement the Sexual Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) protocol, identify possible victims of SGBV and refer them to the medical team so that they receive the necessary treatment.

Inform the patient and his/her relatives about the possible consequences of the illness and drug treatment to follow in order to improve the patient's condition.

Provide psychological support and psychotherapy sessions (individual, family, group) to patients according to UNFPA protocols to improve their mental health conditions

Refer patients to other health professionals whenever necessary in order to provide the most appropriate treatment

Assist and train staff members and resourceful people whenever necessary in order to enhance the scope of MH activities

Collect statistical and monitoring data about mental health activities

Work in close collaboration with translators in order to ensure that appropriate terminology and behavior are used during sessions.

Inform the supervisor and the medical team about any issues or problems that may arise related to patients’ treatment in order to provide the best possible solution from a medical perspective.

Ensure that all patient information is kept confidential

Ensure a good working collaboration with the medical team, define a clear pathway in communication line and referrals in order to have a good integration of Mental Health in Medical Services.

How to Apply

All interested applicants should submit a CV in English, cover letter, copy of ID, copy of diploma , profession license with the subject: “Psychologist_IBB” to the email: psycarefoundation@gmail.com