ManPower Services Addiction Counsellor Jobs in Kenya
ManPower Services Addiction Counsellor Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary As addiction counselling psychologist, S/he will provide psychosocial care and counselling services to patients who suffer from opioids/other drugs dependence. S/he will manage the psychosocial aspect of PWIDS DICE/MAT clients including recovery plan.
The addiction counselor will also assist patients with the development of personal recovery programs that focus on addiction management, healthier behaviors, and harm reduction.
Roles and Responsibilities
Meet clients and evaluate their health and substance problem.
Identify issues arising and create goals and treatment plans.
Update the clinic with clients’ recovery progress at multidisciplinary team meetings.
Document patient interactions at the end of every session using the relevant forms
Provide additional management programs based on identified concerns/progress.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment programs.
Teach clients the coping mechanisms
Meet with family members and provide guidance and support.
Lead group therapy sessions.
Guide clients re-establish career priorities.
Refer clients to existing support groups, linkage forums in the community and follow them up.
Undertake tracing of clients non-compliant to MAT or any addiction therapy.
Lead community education and support programs for PWID.
Oversee implementation of PWID promotional materials and information.
Attend and contribute during site meeting within and outside the DICE or MAT
clinic
Ensure effective referral, linkage and follow up of HIV positive clients at the DICE and MAT center
Participate in CQI and QA activities at the DICE and MAT center
Adhere to the DICE/MAT SOPs and algorithm in delivering services
Participate in support supervision
Undertake routine data quality assessment
Support in timely and accurate report writing on weekly and monthly basis.
Desired Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
Degree or Diploma in Counselling Psychology
NASCOP certified training in addiction counselling.
At least 1-year experience conducting addiction counselling services to PWIDS.
Strong interpersonal and coordination skills.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure as a team leader and player.
How to Apply
All applications are open from 5th May, 2022 and will close on 19th May 2022, both days inclusive. E-Mail Address:
recruitment@manpowernetworks.co.ke
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