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February 28th, 2024 at 05:00 am
Job Opening at Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA)
ROLE TITLE: Mental Health Service Provider
Company Profile
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a non-profit organization established in the United States that works to identify and promote effective solutions to worldwide poverty. IPA collaborates with decision-makers to build, rigorously analyse, and modify these solutions and applications, ensuring that the evidence generated is used to increase chances for the world’s poor.
Job Description.
- Reports to: Research Associate
- Location: Northern Region of Ghana
- Commitment: 4 months (May-August 2024)
- Deadline: The deadline to apply is March 1, 2024.
Our present research project investigates the association between income volatility and psychological well-being, and we are devoted to providing thorough support to our study participants.
IPA is looking for a highly motivated and qualified professional with a strong background in mental health services to work as a Mental Health Service Provider on its VIP project. According to the project design, the Mental Health Service Provider will play an important role in ensuring the well-being of research participants throughout the duration of the project, as well as providing confidential counselling support services to individuals experiencing emotional or psychological challenges due to income volatility.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Mental Health Service Provider will be responsible for a number of project-related responsibilities. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Individual therapy sessions with research participants will be conducted via phone calls.
- Participants are given advice on stress management approaches and coping skills over the phone.
- Working with the study team to guarantee the overall well-being of participants.
- Making recommendations for further mental health resources as needed.
- Reporting progress and ultimate results to project partners.
Required Skill or Experience
- Licensed mental health specialists (such as psychologists, social workers, and counsellors).
- Counselling or therapy experience, preferably with a varied population.
- Understanding of trauma-informed care and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to retain secrecy while adhering to ethical rules.
- Capability to communicate well in Dabgani, Likpakpaani, Basari, and Nanugli.
- Ability to monitor, track, and document participants’ use of mental health services.
- Ghanaians are particularly urged to apply.
How to Apply for this Job Opening at Innovations for Poverty Action
To apply, please complete the online application form by clicking the link below:
Please notice the instructions below:
- Applications will be examined until appropriate applicants are identified.
- Your CV is necessary to complete the application form.
- Applications that are incomplete or not submitted through the web form will not be considered.
- Due to the large volume of applications received, IPA will only contact short-listed candidates.
- Candidates who have applied for similar roles at IPA during the last six months are ineligible to apply.
Closing Date: March 12, 2024
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