Job Title: Lead
Child Therapist
Location: Lagos
Job Description:
The Lead Child Therapist will focus on helping children who
have been sexually abused and children facing other social problems overcome
their depressed state. The Lead Therapist serves a critical role in our
team-based model of servicing our client in need of therapy. Lead Therapist
provides extensive training and coaching to Child Helpline Counsellors. The
Lead Therapist also works closely with the Executive Director to develop
programs, create materials for therapy, and prepare data for review and decision
making. The Lead Child Therapist in addition to her existing role will be
responsible for the following
Responsibilities:
• Lead therapist will also conduct individual therapy with
clients.
• Provide hands on training for new CHL Counsellors
• Monitor, support, and coach Assistant therapist assigned
to her in ensuring all treatment plans are being run effectively and as
intended
• Act as a liaison between the parents,/Caregiver/Client and
the Case Management Team to ensure consistency and clear communication
• Meet regularly with the Case Management Team to discuss
caseload and client progress
• Provide hands training for parent and non-offending
caregiver.
• Provide Counselling services for Parents or Guardians when
necessary.
• Prepare reports on client’s progress.
• Monitor Client’s case files.
• Schedule dates for counselling session.
• Organize and facilitate periodic training sessions for CHL
Counselors on Counselling skills, effective response and intervention.
• Collaborate with the CYF team to initiate and implement
interventions that will contribute to improved services rendered by the
organization.
• Keep the overreaching aim of the organization by ensuring
the organization maintains its strategic vision.
• Liaise with other services providers, when required to
help make necessary intervention and referrals.
• Carry out other duties required by the management of the
organisation.
Requirement:
• Candidates must possess a B.Sc. in Psychology, Guidance or
any closely related field.
• M.Sc. in Psychology or Guidance Counselling will be an
added advantage.
• At least 3 years’ experience working with children
Remuneration:
N150,000
How to Apply
Interested persons should click here to apply.
Good Luck!!!