Art Therapist Consultant

Area of Expertise Required

Specialist

Assignment Type/Location

In-person

Brief Description

Borderless is looking for an experienced and certified art therapist who will be providing TOT for  teachers  

Borderless NGO is an independent non-profit organization with a mission to create a life changing impact on the lives of underprivileged children, youths, and women by harnessing the power of humanity across borders.

We are dedicated to inspiring and empowering individuals by linking them to skills and experiences from the global community. We believe that all individuals have the power to raise themselves out of any situation.

Borderless NGO is keen on providing all necessary tools to help eradicate the exploitation of children, youths, and women from underprivileged societies, save them from the traps of modern-day slavery, and equip them with the means for a better future. We are very much aware of the complex weave that is society; this is why we believe that our goals can only be achieved by extending our work to the entire community. Our goal is to strengthen entire communities by improving the existing socio-economic fabrics that will benefit everyone.

This Request for Proposal (RFP) is an invitation to companies/firms/individuals to submit proposals for a Art Therapy Consultant  for Borderless NGO. The intent is to obtain information leading to the selection of an appropriate candidate that will best meet the needs of the organization.
Respondents who are selected for further consideration will be invited to live interview to finalize the selection.

1. About the organization

Borderless is a non-governmental organization (NGO) with a mission to uplift marginalized communities, particularly in Lebanon. Our vision is to address structural barriers to overcoming hardships faced by disadvantaged and at-risk populations, including patterns of discrimination, lack of access to essential services, conflict, and social disorder. Our focus areas include providing support to children, youth, and women through integrated programs aimed at education, livelihood, protection, advocacy, and capacity-building.

1. Assignment Overview

1. This assignment aims to address the emotional and psychological needs of children and youth through art therapy interventions. The primary objectives of the Training of Trainers (TOT) program are:

• To provide facilitators with a comprehensive understanding of art therapy principles, techniques, and ethical considerations.
• To empower facilitators to integrate art therapy practices into their classroom environments.
• To train facilitators to conduct art therapy activities effectively, supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of children and youth.
• To establish criteria for selecting children to participate in the therapy sessions.

1. The Assignment should be completed between March 2024 to August 2024

1. Tasks and Deliverables

Tasks to be completed by the consultant include:

• Design and deliver a 10-day TOT program for teachers.
• Develop training materials, including curriculum and methodology.
• Provide mentorship and support to teachers during and after the training.
• Assist in selecting children for participation in therapy sessions.

1. Skills and Experience Required

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• A degree in psychology or related field.
• Certification as an art therapist.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with vulnerable children.
• Ability to produce high-quality deliverables while understanding the needs of vulnerable populations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English.

1. Required Documents

Interested candidates should submit the following documents by the specified deadline:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Samples of previous work (publications, reports, studies)
• Methodology and curriculum (maximum 2 pages)
• Financial offer in USD

Please send the required documents to [email protected] by [20-Feb-2024]. Include "Art Therapist Trainer" in the subject line and specify how you learned about this opportunity. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This TOR aims to guide the selection process for an Art Therapist Trainer who will contribute to our mission of supporting the well-being of children and youth through art therapy interventions.