Lextorahlds
Counsellor
Salary
Job description
- Provide quality assessment, case management, counseling, referral and follow up service at all times to clients.
- Provide initial crises intervention counseling to clients as requested and needed.
- Provide support to the client during medical examination and other procedures as requested.
- Work with the client to develop a plan for her next steps that is in line with her own choices, available options, and existing situation.
- Provide basic support and guidance to family members to help provide ongoing support to the clients at home and during the recovery process, according to the situation.
- A university degree in counseling, social sciences or related field.
- At least 3 years experience in the direct provision of counseling or psychosocial support service to clients gender-based violence, or alternatively adults and children in similar circumstances.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply the principle of providing quality service delivery for clients of gender-based violence in various settings and circumstances.
- Experience engaging constructively with diverse groups of stakeholders at all levels in a participatory, inclusive manner to address issues that may be viewed as sensitive or controversial with respect to traditional socio-cultural beliefs and practices.
- Excellent listening and observation skills, ability to create a space of trust, support, respect, and confidentiality with clients of all ages and backgrounds.
- Ability to engage constructively with diverse groups and individuals at various levels, from community groups to government line ministries.
