Addiction Counsellor at Outspan Hospital

Outspan Hospital started operations with the establishment of an Out Patient Department on August 7, 2001. A month later, the In Patient Department was opened with a capacity of 21 beds.

 

Addiction Counsellor

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience3 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldConsultancy 

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Review client background information and interview clients to conduct a complete mental health assessment to determine needs and level of risk
  • Apply mental health assessment to determine client’s needs and discuss recommended services and support options for the client and their family
  • Develop plans of actions, implementation, and follow-up of the client goal plan
  • Provide crisis intervention and emergency services for clients with health and safety concerns when it is determined that additional intervention is required
  • Teach clients, families and/or significant others a variety of coping mechanisms and strategies focusing on a healthy lifestyle including self-care, breathing techniques, and healthy eating
  • Liaise with mental health and addiction services and resources to provide necessary support and assistance
  • Assist clients in locating and utilizing community resources including medical, housing, employment, daycare, and other services
  • Maintain current progress records on clients and document intervention plans and outcomes
  • Discuss any difficulties or problems and formulate solutions for improvement
  • Support the client during all stages of recovery from usage to abstinence
  • Develop discharge plans in partnership with the treatment team
  • Complete client documentation and data requirements in accordance with hospital, Ministry of Health, and departmental standards

Qualifications & Experience

  • Diploma in counseling psychology from a recognized Institution.
  • Evidence of training in addiction counseling/chemical dependency counseling
  • Served a similar position for a minimum period of three (3) years.
  • Registration with counselors and psychologists board and have a valid practicing license

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Outspan Hospital on outspanhospital.org to apply

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