JOB SUMMARY: This position will closely work with the project mental health team and perform MHPSS related activities including training and oversight and support quality control for general mental health service and health care providers in mental health using standard intervention guidelines.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation:
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in developing targeted mental health training materials based on global guidelines (WHO mhGAP Intervention guide) and adapted to the local context and needs
Provide training in the identification, management (pharmacological and psychosocial) and referral for selected priority mental health conditions for general health care providers
Provide training on mental health promotion, psychosocial interventions and community outreach for IMC psychosocial officers.
Provide ongoing on-the-job supervision and mentoring as well as group and individual supervision
Provide oversight and support quality control for mental health service provision including supervision, chart audits and reporting
Support inter-agency coordination and the establishment of referral pathways with specialized providers and community supports.
Facilitate multi-disciplinary team meetings and case discussion among more specialized and general health staff
Support the integration of mental health at the health facility level by utilizing IMCs MH PHC checklist and standards, providing feedback to clinic and IMC management and supporting sustainable and measurable systems-level integration.
Provide clinical services for severe, acute and complex cases as needed
Ensure accurate and regular recording of IMC mental health service provision and activity data in line with IMC M&E/mental health systems and reporting guidelines and donor requirements
Implement the project in line with IMC and global MHPSS standards and guidelines and closely coordinate with IMC's Technical Unit Global Mental Health Advisor for development and review of training materials and reports
Work within the framework of the IASC guidelines for mental health and psychosocial support in emergency settings and Sphere standards as well as WHO mhGAP guidelines
Represent IMC as requested and work collaboratively and in coordination with other agencies, local and international and with relevant government bodies
Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.
Code of Conduct
As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards.
If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one's own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps' policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.
It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report.
Equal Opportunities
International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Typically, a degree in Medicine with specialization in psychiatry and holds current license/registration to practice. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
7+ year of relevant and progressive experience working in mental health related field, including minimum 3 years clinical experience in a hospital and / or community-based mental health setting, preferably in humanitarian/low resource settings
Experience of developing training materials
Experience and skills in training medical professionals and non-professionals
Strong organizational and supervisory skills
Experience of advocacy / engagement with government and non-governmental organizations
Committed to working in a team, and prioritizing development of other team members' capacity
Strong interpersonal skills and able to work and lead individuals as a team
Strong written and verbal skills
Honest, hardworking and self-motivated
Can cope with stressful workloads and working with limited resources
A good command of verbal and written English, local language is a plus
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