PSS Counselor

Women Activities & Social Service Association (WASSA) established in 2002 in Afghanistan, as non-governmental organization, committed to seeking ways for women empowerment in Afghanistan. WASSA aims to promote women equal participation in socio-economic sectors of the country. WASSA works directly with communities in order to bring change in social attitude of the community regarding women.

An envision “Equal participation of women & men in all sectors of the country.

• Equal Opportunities: WASSA is dedicated to offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, ethnicity, age, or disability.
• Safeguarding and Conduct: WASSA will contact previous employers to inquire about any history of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment during the candidate's employment, including incidents under investigation at the time the candidate left. Job offers are conditional on satisfactory reference checks. By applying, candidates confirm they understand and accept these procedures.
• Final Selection: The selected candidate must pass a background check and reference check. They will also be required to sign WASSA's Code of Conduct, PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse), Safeguarding, and other relevant policies before receiving a final job offer/contract.

Under the overall supervision of the Women Community Center Supervisor, the facilitator will work on the following tasks to coordinate the implementation of the project in Farah:

• Conduct PSS-related meetings and training for the targeted clients.
• Scheduling client consultations on individual, group, and family bases.
• Ensure adherence to WASSA policies, handbooks, procedures, and SOPs/guidelines.
• Conduction of related beneficiaries survey and filed all relevant forms.
• Assessing clients and identifying their problems.
• Engaging in discussions with clients and making them feel comfortable.
• Identify and refer the client to other UNHCR Partners.
• Undertaking psychometric testing.
• Evaluating clients' responses to PSS services over time.
• Organizing a long-term counseling plan that involves multiple visits.
• Offering services to all age groups.
• Offering both one-on-one and group counseling.
• Keeping a detailed account of the client's mental health history.
• Being clients and building relationships based on trust.
• Perform any other related tasks as directed by the Project Supervisor.
• Conduct and facilitate psychosocial education and awareness raising.
• Be able to manage, facilitate, and conduct the meetings.
• Perform any other related tasks as directed by the Project Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• She is responsible for reporting regularly on project activities and updating the progress of project implementation to the Project Supervisor.
• Focuses on impact and result for the client
• Approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
• Provide regular progress reports to the Supervisor.
• Any other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor.

• Advanced University Degree in psychology
• Good observational skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Empathy and sensitivity when dealing with patients.
• Good diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

• Planning and delivering results
• Working with people
• Communicating with impact and respect
• Handling insecure environment
• Empowering and building trust
• Managing resources to optimize results
• Managing performance and development

• Interested qualified candidates should submit their information/request thourgh this link (https://airtable.com/appxynhfcTCKQNEyj/shrgolXPL9VkWo0lZ).
• Academic certificates or references do not need to be submitted at this time. These will be requested if called for an interview.
• Only short-listed candidates will be invited for written tests and interviews upon project approval.