Psychologist, based in Vinnytsia

Provide psychosocial support to war-affected beneficiaries.

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Overview

Provide psychosocial support to war-affected beneficiaries.

You have:

  • A complete higher education (specialist or master’s degree) in a relevant field.
  • Practical experience working with individuals affected by the war in Ukraine, gender inequality, gender-based violence, and human trafficking.
  • Deep understanding of cultural beliefs and practices related to mental health and stress management in Ukraine.
  • Experience in organizing and conducting mental health and well-being campaigns tailored to the cultural context.
  • Proven responsibility and experience handling sensitive and personal documents (high level of discretion).

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you provided psychological support to someone in distress? This question evaluates your hands-on experience in delivering emotional support. Share a specific situation, focusing on your approach and the methods you used.
How do you ensure the confidentiality and trust of your beneficiaries? This question assesses your understanding of ethical practices in psychology. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you employ to address cultural beliefs that may impact mental health support? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you approach developing a new psychological program tailored for adolescents? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience with multidisciplinary teams in humanitarian contexts. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated on best practices in psychology and mental health? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you explain how you handle burnout among clients you have supported? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your understanding of safeguarding principles in mental health work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 11 months ago - Source: mercycorps.org/careers/national