Purpose/objective of the position:

The PSS Worker implements structured and unstructured psycho-social support activities and trainings for beneficiary groups.

Generic Duties:

• Conduct a variety of structured and unstructured activities (recreational, psycho-social and informal skills training) for beneficiaries, catering to the various psycho-social needs and interests of different beneficiary groups (adults, adolescents, children);
• Prepare for structured psycho-social support activities by carefully reading the PSS SOPs and Curriculum Manuals and preparing all required material and equipment in advance;
• Conduct recreational activities with children and adults such as sports activities, arts and crafts, dance music, drama etc;
• Support community resource persons in the implementation of vocational and skill trainings;
• Facilitate the participation of all segments of the target population in the planned activities ensuring the inclusion of the most vulnerable groups;
• Ensure that during all activities proper attention is paid to specific emotional and physical needs;
• Monitor beneficiaries’ progress during psychosocial support activities and identify persons with unusual changes in behavior or other signs of psychosocial distress for referral to a Case Worker or Psychologist;
• Carry out all tasks respecting key protection principles including but not limited to: do no harm, non-discrimination, confidentiality and accountability;
• Conduct focus group discussions and other participatory activities to engage community members in protection activities and to better understand their needs and interests;
• Engage community volunteers in planned activities held at the community center according to a planned activity schedule;
• Maintain daily attendance registers and monthly inventory sheets for each activity conducted;
• Ensure a safe, friendly and non-discriminatory environment is upheld during all activities;
• Participate in meetings and trainings in and outside the centers and/or in INTERSOS offices when requested;
• Complete additional tasks assigned by Supervisor.

Person Specification:

Education and professional experience:

• University Degree in a related field (Social Work, Psychology, etc);
• Two years relevant work experience;
• Strong knowledge of psycho-social programming in the humanitarian context.

Competencies: (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Computer literacy (Word, Excel)
• Confidentiality, respect and non-discriminatory attitude
• Strong technical knowledge in protection and psycho-social support
• Ability to train people, facilitate trainings and build participants’ knowledge and skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good analytical and reporting skills
• Ability to show empathy
• Ability to work under pressure
• Fluency in Arabic and Kurdish (written and spoken)
• Working knowledge in English (written and spoken)

For Application, PLEASE VISIT THE GOOGLE FORM LINK   (YOU WILL NEED A GOOGLE ACCOUNT TO ACCESS IT)

• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

• Your resume must be uploaded in PDF format.

• INTERSOS is reviewing applications on a rolling basis, the vacancy might be filled before the closing date.

“Please note that the preference will be given to qualified candidates that are from the recruitment area”