Mental Health Senior CM – Somalia

JOB SUMMARY: The Mental Health Senior Case Manager at International Medical Corps work within a case management model using a biopsychosocial, multidisciplinary and a community-based approach. They are the frontline workers providing mental health case management consultations and services to refugees/displaced population and vulnerable host communities in a crisis or an emergency situation, whereby the mentioned population’ needs are addressed in a timely and efficient manner, using short and mid-term MHPSS and community-based approaches.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation: MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote and introduce the International Medical Corps mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) services to institutions, centers, PHCCs and individuals.
• Oversee and ensure accordance with IMC MHCM model in mental health case management services (assessment, care planning, referral, follow up and discharge)
• Provide supervision and guidance for MHCMs
• Build and maintain a solid professional relationship with the clients, their environment and support networks.
• Provide psychological and social support for MHPSS beneficiaries at the primary health care centers and community settings.
• Comprehend, fully understand and commit to IMC mental health case management model.
• Work closely with the members of MHPSS case management team (psychotherapist/psychiatrist) to develop and follow up on the intervention plans.
• Provide accurate referrals and ensure adequate follow up of all cases referred.
• Conduct outreach activities and home visits when needed and document it.
• Prepare and conduct mental health awareness sessions using the relevant forms and background documentation developed and approved by IMC MHPSS department.
• Conduct PSS activities.
• Prepare and conduct psychoeducation sessions using the relevant forms and MH booklets developed and approved by IMC MHPSS department.
• Ensure accurate documentation including records, client’s files maintaining confidentiality and consent.
• Attend any training relevant to assigned tasks internal or conducted by any other stakeholder after close coordination and approval of the direct supervisor
• Prepare, facilitate and document Case Management technical meetings and case conferences.
• Work in close coordination with the MHPSS managers on issues related to the field in terms of identification of challenges encountered, gaps, provide all necessary information to ensure better implementation of activities;
• Attend regular meetings with MHPSS managers on weekly or biweekly basis.
• Participate in meetings with the team and other partners when required by direct supervisor. ekIOnFk BoMgNU
• Support the work of case managers within the area
• Assist case managers in facilitating psychosocial support services and activities and in high priority cases follow-up
• Assist MHPSS managers in compiling monthly reports and completing quantitative and qualitative reports when needed.
• Work in close coordination with the MHPSS managers on issues related to the field in terms of identification of challenges encountered, gaps, provide all necessary information to ensure better implementation of activities;

Reporting

• Submit monthly technical meeting report to the MHPSS manager;
• Responsible for filling all relevant tools and should maintain regular updates in close coordination with the case management team;
• Submit monthly reports, in addition to the data collection sheet that should be filled on a weekly basis to the MHPSS manager
• Fill online medication consumption on a weekly basis.
• Report any emerging issue first hand to the direct supervisor;
• Provide reports on awareness raising and other PSS services that contain information regarding attendance, age, gender, nationality and impact of the session on participants.

Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Typically, a bachelor’s degree in Social Work, psychology or related area. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Typically, 4+ years in the field of social work. Previous experience in MHPSS service provision and NGO experience is desired.
• Participated in at least 2 major MHPSS trainings
• Experience in provision and supervision of mental health case management services
• Adheres to ethical considerations and principles in regards to working with vulnerable populations
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills;
• Good understanding of the project cycle and team work;
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and ensure high quality work;
• Emotional maturity and agility in working in a fast-paced environment;
• Fluent in relevant local language
• Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft office