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Purpose of Activity:

In order to support the COVID-19 Secretariat at the Planning Commission in developing mental health coordinating unit to combat the psychological effects of COVID-19, Planning Commission requires services of Mental Health Consultant for duties and responsibilities as detailed below:

Scope of Work:

  1. Raise public awareness for both the psychosocial well-being of at-risk populations and address stigma and discrimination of infected populations;
  2. Identify and manage stress-related conditions in healthcare workers and first responders, and integrate mental health and psychosocial support in response activities.
  3. Provide psychosocial counseling to the most vulnerable population groups including women and children at risk, bereaved families, and people with disabilities.
  4. Develop mental healthcare referral pathways for people suffering from mental disorders.

Required Minimum Qualification:

Bachelors in Mental Health, Social Sciences, or related field

Required Knowledge & Skills:

A qualified mental health professional with at least 05 years of experience in clinical service, research, and MHPSS in Pakistan.

Note: This is Islamabad (office-based) assignment for full time for (03) months of the contract.