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Psycho- Social Counselor /Mental Health Counselor
Manavsewa Ashram
KathmanduMid LevelFull Time
Manavsewa Ashram
The
Manavsewa Ashram
is solely a non-profit social organization founded in Makwanpur, Hetauda, on 29 August, 2012, dedicated to making Nepal a
'street people free country'
by helping the most
vulnerable, impoverished, disabled, homeless, physically weak or mentally or psychologically challenged people
who are forced to live miserable lives in the open sky street-banks and public places.
Key Responsibilities
1.
Program
Coordination (Field-Oriented):
Oversee day-to-day operations of the mental health program with a strong field
presence, ensuring alignment with the strategic goals and objectives of
Manavsewa Ashram (MSA) and the Nepal Institute of Mental Health (NIOMH).
Regularly monitor program implementation through on-site visits to MSA
branches.
2.
Case
Management and Clinical Services (On-site & Field-Based):
Provide direct psychological services primarily through field visits to MSA
branches, including comprehensive mental health assessments, development of
individualized treatment plans, and systematic monitoring of residents’
clinical progress. Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions and
ensure continuity of care across locations.
3.
Assessment
and Screening (Field-Focused):
Conduct and support mental health screening, psychological assessments, and
risk assessments (including suicide risk) during field visits. Identify
residents requiring specialized care and ensure timely referrals from field
locations.
4.
Treatment
Planning and Monitoring:
Develop, implement, review, and update psychological treatment plans in
coordination with the multidisciplinary team, integrating findings from regular
field follow-ups to ensure evidence-based and person-centered care.
5.
Crisis
Intervention (Field Response):
Provide immediate psychological first aid and crisis intervention during mental
health emergencies encountered in the field, including acute psychiatric
episodes and high-risk situations, in coordination with medical and psychiatric
teams.
6.
Training
and Capacity Building (On-site & Field-Based):
Design and deliver mental health trainings, workshops, and refresher sessions
primarily at MSA branches during field visits to strengthen the psychosocial
support skills of caretakers, staff, and volunteers.
7.
Supervision
and Mentorship:
Provide technical supervision, guidance, and mentoring to resident caretakers
and health workers through regular on-site coaching, case discussions, and
supportive supervision during field engagement.
8.
Psychoeducation
(Field Implementation):
Conduct structured psychoeducation sessions for residents, caretakers, and
staff during field visits, focusing on mental health conditions, coping
strategies, medication adherence, relapse prevention, and stigma reduction.
9.
Advocacy
and Outreach (Field-Level):
Advocate for the mental health needs and rights of residents at branch and
community levels and collaborate with local stakeholders, partners, and service
providers encountered during field work to expand services and resources.
10.
Referral
and Networking:
Establish and maintain effective referral pathways with psychiatrists,
hospitals, psychologists, and community-based mental health services, ensuring smooth
coordination and follow-up from field sites.
11.
Record
Keeping and Documentation:
Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date records of field-based and
center-based activities, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment
interventions, progress notes, follow-ups, and comprehensive case summaries.
12.
Record
Keeping and Documentation:
Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date records of field-based and
center-based activities, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment
interventions, progress notes, follow-ups, and comprehensive case summaries.
13.
Program
Implementation:
Actively participate in planning, implementation, monitoring, and operational
activities of the joint mental health program between MSA and NIOMH, with a
primary focus on field execution.
14.
Inter-Branch
Coordination (Extensive Field Travel):
Conduct case management, coordination, follow-ups, and record-keeping through
regular in-person visits to MSA branches within and outside Kathmandu Valley,
accounting for approximately 60% of overall working time.
15.
Administrative
and Operational Support:
Support mental health-related logistics and supplies for field activities,
ensure procurement follows MSA policies, manage inventory, and coordinate with
Administration and Operations teams to facilitate smooth field operations.
16.
Research and Learning (Field-Based Evidence):
Support basic research, case studies, and documentation of field-based best practices and lessons learned to strengthen evidence-based mental health services.
17.
Ethical
Practice and Professional Standards:
Ensure all psychological services delivered in field and center settings adhere
to national and international ethical guidelines, including confidentiality,
informed consent, professional boundaries, and safeguarding standards.
Skills & Qualifications
Proficient in computer operations and data management
Experienced in maintaining records using Google Sheets
Strong communication, coordination, and teamwork abilities
Interested in / Required to undergo 6-month counseling training
Location- Manavsewa Ashram Raniban, Kathmandu
