Psychiatrist
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Job Description
BACKGROUND: The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power. Given the disparity faced by women and girls, IRC seeks to narrow gender inequalities and ensure social inclusion of all vulnerable groups in broader policies, processes and actions affecting their lives. The IRC has been working in Ukraine since March 2022, initially supporting emergency response and early recovery interventions for IDPs affected by the conflict.
This position will be based in Odesa office, with daily work in Kherson oblast.
JOB SUMMARY: Psychiatrist will provide specialized psychiatric consultations and treatment to patients with moderate to severe mental health conditions, in community or home settings, as part of the MHPSS Mobile Units. Additionally, will provide general medical consultations and treatments for acute and chronic conditions, support in managing pharmaceuticals, including psychotropic medications, perform structured clinical assessments, maintain strict confidentiality in documentation, manage emergencies, make referrals, and participate in MH case management meetings.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide specialized psychiatric consultations and treatment to patients with moderate to severe mental health conditions in community or home settings. Assess specific vulnerabilities of beneficiaries through MHPSS Mobile Units and develop tailored case management strategies accordingly. In close collaboration with Psychologist and Nurse, work on ensuring physical and mental health and wellbeing for most vulnerable patients, through daily home-visits. Provide basic medical consultation and treatment, for acute and chronic conditions, when needed, and refer to relevant actors accordingly. Support the Project’s Pharmacist in management of pharmaceuticals, including psychotropic medication. Manage emergency cases effectively, make appropriate referrals, and participate actively in MH case management meetings. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of services provided while maintaining client confidentiality. Actively participate in case supervision meetings with MHPSS Manager and MHPSS Specialist. Perform any other tasks deemed necessary by the supervisor to support MHPSS program objectives. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Human Medicine, with specialization in Psychiatry. Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in psychiatry in clinical and/or direct practice settings. Previous experience in health programs and NGO experience are preferred. Knowledge of and experience in clinical supervision, and training, Knowledgeable in and has used the IASC MHPSS guidelines and best practices as part of their previous work experience. Strong experience in clinical supervision, training and or coaching others. Experience in assessment, program design, evaluation and technical training and supervision using WHO’s mental health gap action program (mhGAP). Solid understanding of protection principles, case management and client-centred care in humanitarian settings. Fluency in Ukrainian and Russian is required, and basic knowledge in English is desirable. Proficiency in IT skills, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is essential for tasks such as data collection, mapping updates, and providing detailed weekly reports on outreach activities. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
REPORTING LINES Position reports to Senior Health Officer (direct) and MHPSS Specialist (technical). Closely collaborate with Other members of MHPSS Mobile Unit (Nurse, Social Worker and Psychologist), MHPSS Manager and Protection Teams working in the area. PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS The International Rescue Committee is determined to protect the people it serves and staff from all kinds of harm, including sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. It is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe. IRC builds diverse and inclusive teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.
IRC workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces its safeguarding policies to protect adult and child clients from any form of exploitation and abuse, including sexual exploitation and abuse, and its staff from sexual harassment and violence.
Where misconduct is alleged, IRC follows a Zero tolerance approach and takes all necessary actions and corrective measures. IRC investigation unit comprises of experts and trained investigators that ensures professional survivor-centered investigations are conducted if allegations of safeguarding violations are reported through the safe and accessible reporting channels that IRC makes available to its staff, partners, and clients.
These commitments are set out in IRC’s Safeguarding Policies, accessible in English and in Ukrainian language via this link: https://rescue.box.com/v/irc-safeguarding-policies
IRC is an active member of the Inter-Agency Task Force on Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) set-up in Ukraine.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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