Lay Mental Health Workers - Kisumu - 2 Posts at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct community outreach and provide psychosocial support to adolescents and their caregivers.
• Facilitate workshops on relationship building, communication, and stress management.
• Deliver culturally sensitive mental health guidance.
• Collect data to evaluate the project's mental health components.

Vacancy Requirements:

• Certificate in Social Sciences, Counseling, Community Health, or related fields.    Mandatory
• Training in mental health or counseling is an advantage.    Added Advantage
• Experience in community-based programs or youth engagement is desirable.    Mandatory
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.    Mandatory
• Knowledge of mental health principles and HIV prevention services.    Mandatory
• 6Empathy and ability to connect with diverse individuals.    Mandatory