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JOB DESCRIPTION: 

Providing psychological support to patients according to MSF principles, standards and procedures in order to improve the patients’ mental health. In coordination with the Mental Health Manager, facilitates trainings related to mental health to health staff and other profiles, as per the needs of the project. Supports in the supervision and follow up of trained staff, according to MSF principles.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

- Carry out evaluation of mental health needs of patients and establish a diagnosis and a plan of treatment. Inform the patient and his/ her relatives about the possible consequences of the illness and the drug treatment (if needed) to follow and refer patients to other health professionals whenever necessary, in order to provide the most appropriate treatment and improve the patient's condition;
- Provide psychological support and psychotherapy sessions (individual, family, group) to patients according to MSF protocols in order to improve their mental health conditions;
- Assist and train staff members and resourceful people whenever necessary in order to enhance the scope of MH activities. Work in close collaboration with translators in order to ensure appropriate terminology during sessions, when necessary;
- 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;
- According to the project needs, support on the preparation and facilitation of trainings related to mental health for health workers, social workers and other related profiles;
- Provide technical support, supervision and follow up of the trained staff;
- Actively collaborate in the creation of material to promote mental health and psychosocial support related topics (leaflets, posters, key messages);
- According to the project needs, provide group sessions related to mental health awareness and related topics to people in the communities (children, adolescents, adults);
- MSF will provide transportation from/ to the MSF office and the working places, this is: the places (health facilities or other medical or civil premises) where the trainings or other mental health activities will take place;
- In coordination with the Mental Health Manager, plan, organize and facilitate group sessions, trainings and workshops related to mental health and psychosocial topics in the communities, therefore enough teaching and group management skills are expected.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

- Degree or diploma in Psychology;
- At least 2 years of experience as a Psychologist;
- Previous experience with MSF or other NGO’s in developing countries is desirable;
- Very good level of English and Russian languages; knowledge of Armenian language (mother tongue);
- Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Competencies:
- Results and quality orientation;
- Teamwork and cooperation;
- Behavioural flexibility;
- Commitment to MSF principles;
- Service orientation;
- Stress management.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 

Interested candidates are welcome to submit application to: *************************@******.***.*** with a subject heading "Psychologist in Stepanakert”. The application shall include:
- Cover letter (in English language);
- CV (in English language);
- Contacts of three references (including the supervisor in the most recent work assignment, if relevant).
CVs (only in English language) shall clearly state the applicant's experience by writing the organisation he/ she has worked, the duration of the employment (which year and how long) and description of the job he/ she performed. All applicants are recommended to write a cover letter containing an introduction of themselves, explaining why they are applying for the position, and explaining why they think they are suitable for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The applications will not be returned to the applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline.

Please clearly mention in your application letter that you learned of this announcement through Career Center and mention the URL of its website - www.careercenter.am. Thanks.

REMUNERATION/ SALARY: 

Remuneration in accordance with MSF salary grid 555,186 AMD gross (prior to deduction of income tax, social security and army tax).

ADDITIONAL NOTES: 

The Company offers:
- The chance to gain professional development and training within an international organisation;
- The opportunity to contribute to our objective of saving lives, alleviating suffering and working with those most in need.

- Candidate level: Mid-level (position is level 7 out of 15)
- Place of work: Stepanakert, Nagorno-Karabakh Region
- Job type: First 3 months at 50% and will gradually increase according to the workload.

The MSF is committed to an inclusive culture that encourages and supports the diverse voices of its employees. The Company welcomes applications from individuals of all genders, ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, races, religions, beliefs, ability status, and all other diversity characteristics.

ATTACHMENTS:

Job Description in Armenian - 202206 AM Psychologist.doc