Kulika Uganda
Job Opportunity: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Officer
Location: Yumbe, Uganda
Vacancies: 1
Are you passionate about mental health? Join us to make a lasting impact on the lives of children, adolescents, and families in Yumbe!
Purpose of the Role
To promote mental health and emotional well-being by delivering high-quality counseling and psychosocial support to children, adolescents, youth, and families in need.
Key Responsibilities
As the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Officer, you will:
• Provide individual and group counseling services to children, adolescents, youth, and families.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and create tailored care plans.
• Organize and facilitate support groups and workshops for targeted communities.
• Deliver training sessions for community leaders, teachers, and caregivers on mental health and psychosocial care.
• Monitor beneficiaries’ progress and offer follow-up care to ensure sustainable impact.
• Collaborate with mental health professionals, community organizations, and service providers to deliver integrated care.
• Prepare detailed reports on activities, outcomes, and challenges for continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Requirements
We’re looking for a compassionate and skilled professional with:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in providing mental health and psychosocial support.
• A deep understanding of mental health challenges, especially among vulnerable populations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work sensitively with beneficiaries.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluency in English (knowledge of local languages is an advantage).
Why Join Us?
By joining our team, you’ll play a critical role in building resilience and fostering emotional well-being in underserved communities. Together, we can create brighter futures for children and families in Yumbe!
How to Apply
Visit www.kulika.org for more job details.
Submit your application to recruitment@kulika.org by 24th January 2025.
Important: Include the job title, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Officer, as the subject line of your email.
Let’s build healthier communities together!