Соціальний/на робітник/ця (Консультант/-ка) з ментального здоров’я (Львів)

Job Description

Project Context and Scope

The humanitarian crisis in Ukraine has increased the country’s mental health and psychosocial support needs, adding to the distressing conditions caused by the war, which escalated in February 2022 and a strained health system. As efforts towards, recovery and resilience progress further, MHPSS will continue to become a priority need for Ukrainians in the aftermath of the humanitarian emergency. In response, IOM is expanding its efforts in Ukraine through the comprehensive community-based mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) approach. This programme will adhere to IOM’s global MHPSS standards, as specified in the manual on community-based mental health and psychosocial support in emergencies and displacement. It involves the support of local initiatives and territorial communities in provision of the community-based MHPSS services. This will help hromada level recovery and supporting particularly vulnerable groups in the community. The aim is to enhance community and family resilience, helping them to better cope with the distressing situations brought about by the crisis. The programme will also contribute to preparedness efforts in case of any future emergency situation.

IOM Community Based MHPSS programmes use standardized approaches implemented by psychosocial mobile teams. These teams provide community-based services, leveraging the diverse expertise, cultural competencies, and professional skills of their members. PMTs offer flexible programming, outreach, and close proximity to communities during various displacement phases. They make services more accessible for women, persons with disabilities, older adults, large families, and others who may have difficulty traveling to facilities. 

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

3R (Response, Resilience and Recovery) Unit, (Mental Health and Psychosocial Support)Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

The MHPSS Psychosocial Worker is a member of the PMT tasked with social support, including referral to additional services and social support organizations, the organization of capacity building sessions, sensitization sessions, awareness sessions, the organization and promotion of cultural, socializing, sport and recreational activities. Tasks to be performed under this contract:

1. Collaborate with the Senior MHPSS Associate and other team members to integrate mental health and psychosocial support considerations in community-based activities, following the full spectrum of the IASC intervention pyramid.
2. Provide individual and group counselling to the affected population when needed.
3. Perform other duties as may be assigned.
4. Conduct training sessions on Psychological First Aid (PFA), stress management, team building, conflict management, communication skills, and community-based approaches in MHPSS, based on needs, for humanitarian actors, community focal points, volunteers, and IOM Ukraine team members.
5. Support the strengthening of social networks and organizing support groups, discussion forums participatory cultural and recreational initiatives, such as arts, music, sports, and storytelling, are key strategies to enhance community psychosocial well-being.
6. Develop and disseminate awareness messages and campaigns, psychoeducation sessions related to mental health and psychosocial support, coordinating with team members to ensure effective communication.
7. Assist in conducting MHPSS needs and impact assessments, data collection surveys, focus group discussions, key informant interviews and research in western Ukraine under the supervision of the Senior MHPSS Associate to support improved access to community-based psychosocial services and specialized mental health care.
8. Under the direction of program management, support the Senior MHPSS Associate in managing partnerships with local implementing partners. This includes liaising with partners to ensure the effective planning and coordination of community-based creative and cultural activities for diverse groups affected by the war, including IDPs and the local population.  
9. Implement MHPSS components of integrated MHPSS-Livelihoods programme (MLI) and MHPSS projects supporting Veterans, their families and families of fallen Veterans.
10. Undergo roving duty travel in Ukraine, with readiness to be regularly available for travel with short notice in case of emergency situations.
11. Proper reporting and data entry of activities in tracker sheets and proper documentation of the community-based activities as well as the use of proper donor visibility in coordination with the Senior MHPSS Associate.  

 Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

• The successful implementation of the quarterly plan of action, reaching the target number of individuals and services outlines in the plan with the proper quality of service delivery in line with IOM guidelines.
• The fulfillment of the time on the job required as indicated in the contract, which will be confirmed through a detailed time sheet.

Qualifications

IOM Ukraine is looking for positive, attentive, responsible persons with previous experience in MHPSS work, community-based work, teamwork and in humanitarian interventions. . Candidates should be prepared for frequent travel across western oblasts and respond to emergencies as needed. Previous track record of innovative work and taking initiatives locally will be a strong asset.

The Consultant should meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Educational Psychology, Psychotherapy, Social Sciences, Social Work, or a related field, with at least of 2 years of working experience.
• Previous experience in mental health, social and protection activities in related areas of intervention is an advantage.
• Experience in communicating and working with a wide range of people, including people of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Fluency in Ukrainian and at least working knowledge of Russian is required. Working knowledge of English would be an asset.

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. 

Travel required

• Availability for local travel in Ukraine.

Required Competencies IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. 

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
3. IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
4. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
5. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
6. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

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