Psychosocial Counselor

Position Title: Psychosocial Counselor

2025-04-13 Takhar Full Time 41

Job Location:	Takhar
Nationality:	National
Category:	Health Care
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:	As per organization salary scale
Vacancy Number:
No. Of Jobs:	2
City:	Takhar Regional Office

Organization:	AKHS-A (Aga Khan Health Service-Afghanistan)
Years of Experience:	Work Experience: At least 1- or 2-years’ experience
Contract Duration:	Project base
Gender:	Male/Female
Education:	Education: Diploma/ bachelor’s degree (Psychology degree)
Close date:	2025-04-13

About AKHS-A (Aga Khan Health Service-Afghanistan):

Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) is one of the most comprehensive private, not‐for‐profit health care systems in the developing world with community health programs in large geographical areas in Central and South Asia, as well as in East Africa.

The Aga Khan Health Services, Afghanistan (AKHS, A) was established in 2003 as part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). AKHS, A provides health care services mainly on behalf of the government including the Ministry of Public Health’s of Afghanistan’s Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS) and Essential Package of Hospital Services (EPHS). AKHS, A is unique both in scale and scope, delivering critical health services along the continuum of care, from Community Health Workers (CHWs) to ISO certified hospital facilities.

AKHS, A is currently implementing healthcare services in Bamyan, Baghlan, Badakhshan, Kabul and Takhar provinces. The agency’s scope of work includes the provision of primary and secondary healthcare, preventive and curative medical care, Nursing and Midwifery education, Human Resources Development and Hospital Management. As BPHS and EPHS implementer, AKHS, A provides technical support as well as capacity building of health personnel, immunization services, nutrition trainings and the training of Community Health Nurses and Community Health Midwives.

AKHS, A draws on internal and other donor fundings to continue supplementary and complementary support to the national health system. Moreover, AKHS, A has introduced innovations, including, expansions of e-Health services, e-learning initiatives, and cross border arrangements. To promote healthy environment, AKHS, A is also implementing net zero and greenhouse gas emission initiatives.

Job Descriptions:

MHPSS counsellors offer individual/group counselling, PSS support.
and case management, including stress management workshops.
for clients at each health facility.
Conduct open awareness-raising session to the clients.
Conduct regular follow-up of cases registered.
Provide individual and/or group counselling session to the clients.
Organize awareness session on stress management and other related issues for the clients.
Keep daily record in a confidential and safe manner.
Prepare daily and monthly report for the in-charge of the MHNT Team.
Ensure high-quality of psychosocial services for clients.
Providing individual and group counselling for patients facing mental health problems.
Provide workshops/training.
Performing individual assessments, drawing up treatments and plans, and providing counselling and psychological support.
Other task by line supervisor.

Job Requirements:

SPECIFICATIONS (MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS)

Education: Diploma/ bachelor’s degree (Psychology degree).
Work Experience: At least 1- or 2-years’ experience.

Skills:

Strong Communication skills.
Ability to travel to remote areas and districts.
Ability to work effectively in a team.
Languages: Fluency in English and Local Language(s).

Personal Characteristics:

Tolerance, Flexibility, Honesty and Being cautious.

Submission Guidelines:

Qualified applicants who are exactly suitable with the above criteria are requested to send their applications + CVs through this link: https://forms.gle/s5PBL4SCFbyQUV1TA

Note: Applications are reviewed on active bases and after receiving sufficient eligible applications we may process the position before closing date.

Aga Khan Health Service, Afghanistan strives to promote diversity as well as provide an equal employment opportunity to each candidate, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, language, marital status, origin, political affiliation, religion, sex, or social statuses.

Aga khan Health Service- Afghanistan is an equal opportunities employer. Female are encouraged to apply.

AKHS is concerned about the climate and environmental crises we face and is doing everything possible to reduce our own impact, encouraging others to do the same, and advancing understanding in this field. AKHS has set itself the task of getting as close to net-zero carbon operations as possible by 2030. We expect all staff to contribute to achieving these aims in the context of their roles. We encourage applicants with previous experience or an interest in this field to app.

(AKHS, A enforces a zero-tolerance stance towards behaviors inconsistent with the goals of AKDN and AKHS, A, encompassing sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, authority abuse, and discrimination. The organization is committed to stringent child safeguarding principles. Successful candidates are required to align with these standards, undergoing thorough reference and background assessments, which involve validating academic credentials and employment history. Additional information may be requested for a comprehensive background check.)

“AKHS, A is an equal employment opportunity organization, and with the mandate of transparent, open, and fair recruitment process. Any follow up during the recruitment process by the applicant/candidate can disqualify the querier”.