Job Summary
Part of the specific responsibilities
Promote psychosocial program(s) activities (counselling, psycho- prison.
Assessing patients' behavior and psychological needs; identifying whether and when patients are at risk of harming themselves or others during activities
applying 'de-escalation' techniques to help people manage their emotions and behaviour;
assist and encouraging patients to take part in art, drama or occupational therapy where appropriate;
working with patients' families and care giver, helping to educate them and the patient about their mental health problems
Identify psycho-educational needs in the prisons.
Requirements
Formal education in Clinical Psychology and psychotherapy and 2 years' post qualification in the related fields
Demonstrate experience in training health personal and /or psycho-education
Good command in English and Shona.
Closing Date : 21st December, 2012
