Monday, February 4, 2013

Psychosocial Counselor job in Kisumu

Kenya Episcopal Conference
Catholic Secretariat
Kenya Aids Response Programme (KARP)

Vacancies
Job Descriptions for KEC TA Team Members

Main activities
The main activities for the team members can be grouped into three major categories which include:
1. Technical support to the local partner treatment facilities
2. Regional Mentorship
3. Reporting

Cross-Cutting Required Skills/qualities
These skills are necessary for all the team members due to the nature of team approach and operations
Suitable computer skills in Microsoft Word, power point and Excel.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a team-oriented, culturally diverse environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, communication skills, and ability to identify and resolve policy and operational constraints effectively.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and work independently.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Fluency in English.
Ability to facilitate learning experience using innovative training methodologies and mentor other clinical staff.
Have excellent facilitation skills with emphasis on adult learning techniques
Competent practitioners in their areas of specialization
Participate in the development of the continuation application documentation and breaking down of specific roles for direct reports.
Prepare monthly activity schedules as per the annual work plan
Must be mature, respectful and a person of attested integrity
Is a committed Christian
Is able to serve people of all types of temperament.

Psychosocial Counselor
Based in Kisumu
 


Key activities and responsibilities:
Design psychosocial interventions within the community focusing on the needs of HIV infected children, adolescents and adults
To monitor and gather relevant data related to psychosocial program implementation, prepare and present reports to the Director Clinical Services
Work closely with OVC specialists and palliative care attendants in order to roll out a comprehensive HIV/AIDS care package
Provide support and training to psychosocial service providers to carry out appropriate assessments of psychosocial needs and comply with required standards of setting up psychosocial programs, providing regular feedback on concerns for children, adolescents and adults.

Qualifications:
Must have a minimum of Bachelor Degree in Counseling Psychology/Guidance and Counseling from a recognized learning institution and at least two years experience in the field of counseling, training, group facilitation, supervision and/or community based psychosocial programming.
Must have special interest, understanding, sensitivity and proven skills of working with groups of internally suffering vulnerable children and adults and, appropriate stress management and burnout prevention skills.
Must have good organizational management and leadership skills. In addition, must be able to develop strategies, and negotiate ideas with stakeholders, particularly with donor and partner agencies.

How to apply
Apply to the Secretary General, Kenya Episcopal Conference through email, attaching your application letter and detailed CV only to hr@catholicchurch.or.ke

Deadline: Friday, 8th February 2013
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
NB. All the positions are based in Kisumu