Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Officer at Centre for Social Cohesion Peace and Empowerment (CENSCOPE)

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Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Officer at Centre for Social Cohesion Peace and Empowerment (CENSCOPE)

About CENSCOPE

Centre for Social Cohesion, Peace and Empowerment (CENSCOPE) is a non-profit organization that focuses on promoting the ideals of self-sustainability, equality and social justice to the members of the society, it was founded in the year 2014 out of the need to give succor and support to the victim of arm conflict and natural disasters in Nigeria.Location: KAGA LGA

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled MHPSS Officer to support the delivery of mental health and psychosocial support services to vulnerable individuals and communities affected by crisis. The role focuses on strengthening resilience, improving emotional well-being, and ensuring safe referral for individuals with specialized mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities


Provide individual and group psychosocial support sessions
Deliver Psychological First Aid (PFA) where required
Facilitate structured support groups and community-based PSS activities
Identify individuals requiring specialized mental health care and support referrals
Conduct community awareness sessions on stress management, coping skills, and stigma reduction
Maintain confidential case files and documentation
Support training of community volunteers on basic psychosocial support
Collect data and contribute to activity and donor reports
Ensure safeguarding, confidentiality, and do-no-harm principles are upheld
Support the implementation and the promotion of gender, age and diversity principles at any time during activities.
Perform other duties as assigned. The key responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.


Key Skills and Competence


Strong counselling and active listening skills
Ability to handle distress and sensitive situations calmly
Good reporting and documentation skills
Knowledge of referral pathways and community services
Cultural sensitivity and empathy
Compassionate and patient
High integrity and respect for confidentiality
Ability to work under pressure
Strong teamwork and communication skills


Experience and Qualifications


Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Mental Health, or related field
Training in Psychological First Aid (PFA) or counselling skills is an advantage
Minimum of 3 years' experience in MHPSS, counselling, or psychosocial programming
Experience in humanitarian or conflict-affected settings is highly desirable.
Proven work experience in the implementation of disability inclusion programming


IMPORTANT NOTE


CENSCOPE operates in an equal opportunity environment and has policies that actively encourages inclusion and diversity, 
CENSCOPE has zero tolerance for Sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the organization reserves the right to close this vacancy prior to the stated deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply
CENSCOPE does not charge any fee to facilitate any recruitment process.
Source: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Officer at Centre for Social Cohesion Peace and Empowerment (CENSCOPE)