• Position: Volunteer – PSS Worker
• Reports to: Program Officer
• Location: Reyhanlı – Türkiye
• Duration: 3 months
• Closing date: 28/06/2023
• Vacancy Ref. No: MF-HR/23-060

Maram Foundation is a non-profit organization registered in Turkey. Maram is dedicated to providing assistance to refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) since the beginning of the Syrian Crisis in 2011.

MF works to provide assistance to the lives of people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence. We aim to provide cross-sectoral collaborative and sustainable initiatives that bridge humanitarian assistance and development according to the needs of communities living inside and outside Syria.

Summary:

The PSS Worker provides psychosocial support and counseling services to individuals, families, and communities in need, to help them cope with social, behavioral, psychological, and emotional challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to address mental health and psychosocial issues.
• Develop and facilitate psychosocial activities to promote emotional well-being and social interaction within the community.
• Conduct community-based assessments to identify the psychosocial needs of individuals, families, and communities.
• Provide referrals to medical and social services, as well as critical incident stress management support when needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all counseling and psychosocial support activities.
• Participate in regular meetings and training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills relevant to the job.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.
• Proven experience in providing psychosocial support and counseling services in a humanitarian or social welfare context.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and listening skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and communities.
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Familiarity with computer applications such as Microsoft Office.