Therapist Volunteer
Lagos, Lagos
Posted 5 days ago
- Company:
- FriendnPal
- Company Description:
- FriendnPal is a mental health app that leverages the power of AI to provide support to individuals seeking help for their personalized mental health concerns. Our app collects relevant information using a built-in sensor that detects mood and changes in behavior. We provide support by giving signals when help is needed and connecting users with the relevant healthcare provider.
- Contract Type:
- Remote
- Experience Required:
- 1 year
- Education Level:
- Bachelor
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Counseling Sessions: Conduct individual or group counseling sessions with clients, addressing their mental health concerns, emotional challenges, and interpersonal issues.
Assessment and Diagnosis: Assess clients' mental health needs through comprehensive evaluations and diagnostic interviews, identifying underlying issues and formulating treatment plans.
Treatment Planning: Develop personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs, goals, and preferences, incorporating evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
Support and Empowerment: Provide emotional support, empathy, and encouragement to clients, empowering them to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and achieve positive outcomes.
Crisis Intervention: Offer immediate support and crisis intervention to clients experiencing acute distress, suicidal ideation, or other urgent mental health concerns, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Referral and Collaboration: Collaborate with other mental health professionals, healthcare providers, and community resources to coordinate care, make referrals, and ensure holistic support for clients.
Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and confidential client records, documenting assessment findings, treatment progress, and intervention strategies in compliance with ethical and legal standards.
Professional Development: Stay informed about current trends, best practices, and advancements in the field of mental health, participating in training, supervision, and continuing education activities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
Qualifications:
Degree in Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
Licensure or certification as a therapist
Experience in providing counseling or therapy services, preferably in a clinical or community setting.
Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and cultural sensitivity.
Excellent communication and active listening skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality, and client-centered care.
Flexibility and adaptability in responding to the diverse needs of clients.
Willingness to volunteer time and expertise to support individuals in need.