Psychiatrist (Beirut & Mount Lebanon)

The Part-time Psychiatrist will be responsible for providing mental health services for beneficiaries as well as supporting PHCC Staff with mental health screening, assessment and case management.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Provide mental health specialized services and consultations at the PHCCs.
• Provide structured clinical assessments and clear case formulation and usage of ICD10/ ICD 11 terminology.
• Collect data from beneficiaries and fill out the necessary forms for each session conducted.
• Ensure efficient data collection by filling in the Mental Health database on a daily basis for each beneficiary.
• Recognize mental health priority conditions as per the mhGAP.
• Develop a consistent and acceptable treatment plan with clear objectives and refer patients to other professionals when needed.
• Abide by the recommended MOPH list of psychotropic and neurological medications for prescriptions.
• Monitor and evaluate the psychological progress of the beneficiary
• Make necessary and timely referrals when needed, respecting confidentiality and the beneficiary’s right
• Hold regular meetings with the mental health team to follow up on the beneficiaries’ status and psychosocial intervention.
• Provide onsite trainings and support for PHC staff.
• Provide Clinical supervision and lead trainings when necessary.
• Support in conducting awareness sessions and outreach activities when needed.
• Ensure timely reporting of the activities to the Mental Health officer and Senior Health Officer
• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Good organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and initiative taker. 
• Good report writing skills.
• Ability to communicate with vulnerable populations.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Advanced knowledge in psychosocial / psychological interventions
• Dynamic personality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet use.
• Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English; French is a plus.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of work experience.
• Previous experience in NGO and humanitarian field is an advantage.
• Previous experience in working with children and vulnerable populations is an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Roving between the 3 PHCs with visits to IOCC office when needed