UP Zambia
UP Zambia Psycho-social Counsellor/Social Worker
JOB DESCRIPTION
Provide counselling to child clients and families
Collect data about clients through assessments, case history, psychological tests, and/or
observational techniques; evaluate data to identify causes of problems and to determine
proper therapeutic approach or referral to other specialists.
Provide casework management of specialized caseloads
Provide and/or arrange for therapeutic interventions as appropriate for clients with serious
disturbance or mental illnesses.
Make regular follow ups with clients to determine effectiveness of interventions used; make
recommendations regarding modification to services and service delivery.
Network and build relationships with other organisations providing social support services
Consult with other therapists and related professional staff, as appropriate, in the
performance of therapeutic and/or casework; refer clients to appropriate services within the
organisation as required.
Presenting/assisting in workshops.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION
Competent computer skills in MS Office
Excellent communication and reporting skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Knowledge of case management.
Knowledge and understanding of clinical counselling principles, programs and methodology.
Interviewing and psychological/developmental evaluation skills.
Knowledge and understanding of mental health and mental illnesses
Ability to evaluate the progress of therapeutic programs and to make individual
modifications.
Ability to maintain emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other
stresses.
Knowledge of psychological test administration, scoring, and interpretation.
Knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to patients’ rights.
The ability to work with minimal supervision
The ability to work in, and adapt to, challenging environments
Experience working with vulnerable children and youth
An approachable style of working with others to achieve successful outcomes
Preparedness to work outside normal working hours when required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Counselling/ Psychology, Social Work, or any related field from an
accredited institution
At least 1 year of directly related experience which may include internship and/or practicum
Fluent in English and Nyanja, additional local languages an advantage
Candidate must be willing to travel outside of Lusaka
Initial contract will run for 6 months.
To apply, send a cover letter and CV to upzambiahr@gmail.com with subject line
“Psycho-social counselor/Social Worker” by 10th March, 2023
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.