Psychotherapist- Douris

Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Provide mental health specialized services at the PHCs.
• Ability to provide structured clinical assessments and clear case formulation et an initial therapy plan for each beneficiary based on their symptoms and chief complaint. Usage of ICD/DSM terminology.
• Conduct individual therapy sessions with beneficiaries and monitor/document their progress using standardized tools.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of the beneficiary by scheduling appointments need.
• Must be skilled in at least one evidenced-based psychotherapy approach (IPT,EMDR,CBT…)and in using different relaxation & stress management techniques.
• Able to provide psychological first aid (PFA) if needed.
• Fill record sheets for each session conducted with the beneficiary.
• Submit mental health reports for each beneficiary.
• Participate in team meetings. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team present with you to refer to psychiatric assistance or hospitalization if needed.
• Provide awareness sessions, trainings and support for PHC staff when necessary.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Education:

• MA in Clinical Psychology with a clear practicum path (at least 500 hours).
• Licensed from MOPH.
• Being Member of the Lebanese Order of Psychologist is recommended.

Experience:

• 2-3 years of experience in clinical psychology.
• Previous experience in NGO and humanitarian field is an advantage.
• IPT training is a plus.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Good organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dynamic personality. Self-motivated and initiative taker.
• Ability to communicate with vulnerable populations.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrates ability to adhere to ethical considerations and principles with regard to work with
• vulnerable populations.
• High degree of responsibility, initiative, emotional stability, culturally sensitive to those receiving aid.
• Good reporting skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet use. Fluency in written and spoken