2 Clinical Therapist NGO Job Placements –
Job Title: Clinical Therapist (2 Job Placements)
Organisation: Tutapona
Duty Station: Uganda
About US:
Tutapona is an international organization committed to addressing the pain and trauma associated with war and violence. We have taken rehabilitation services to the most severely traumatized individuals in the heart of war zones. We take the love of Jesus Christ through trauma rehabilitation to victims of rape, mutilation, abduction, former child soldiers, and anyone affected by the horror of war. We train leaders on the ground in local regions affected by war and develop local teams of indigenous workers to carry on the effort within their own culture. We partner with local churches & organizations to bring healing to as many people as possible.
Job Summary: The incumbent will be working within one of our field offices, opportunity exists to provide group trauma rehabilitation programs, one-on-one support sessions, and outreach activities aimed at decreasing symptoms of emotional trauma; as well as increasing reconciliation and forgiveness for war affected children and adults. The Clinical Therapist is responsible for leadership and management of Tutapona’s one-on-one sessions and clinical documentation.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Post graduate training in mental health or counseling
- At least three years of work experience in mental health or counseling
- The ideal candidate will demonstrate compassion, patience, as well as strong social and communication skills.
- Be a “people person” and possess high-level analytical and reasoning skills to apply theories to practical applications and strong written communication skills to document work and the stories of beneficiaries.
- Applicants should have training and experience in providing therapeutic support, as well as experience training and supporting a team of mental health professionals in direct service, assessments, and documentation.
- This position requires commitment to, understanding of, and compliance with Tutapona’s Mission, Vision, and Faith position.
- Practice must be in accordance with professional international standards for conduct in the mental health setting.
- Multiple languages and experience in translation
- Computer literacy skills
- Conflict resolution skills
- Knowledge of NGO Sector
- Public speaking or teaching
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their cover letters and updated CV to careers@tutapona.com with updated CVs of at most 2 pages.
Deadline: 19th February, 2018
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