Child Accelerated Trauma Therapy Project Officer job at Cress Africa Foundation Limited

JOB DETAILS:

Contract Type: Fixed Term
Reports to: Health Project Officer

Job Purpose:
The Child Accelerated Trauma Therapy (CATT) Project Officer will be responsible for coordinating trauma therapy programs for children. Reporting to the Health Project Officer, the officer will ensure the effective implementation of CATT programs, provide training and support to community health workers, and monitor the impact of the interventions on children’s mental health.

Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Program Coordination: Oversee the implementation of Child Accelerated Trauma Therapy programs, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
2. Training and Support: Train and support community health workers in trauma therapy techniques to provide effective support to children.

3. Impact Monitoring: Monitor and evaluate the impact of CATT programs on children’s mental health, using data for continuous improvement.
4. Collaboration: Collaborate with the Health Program Manager and other stakeholders to enhance program effectiveness.

5. Child Protection: Ensure adherence to child protection and safeguarding principles in all program activities.

Qualifications and Competencies:
• Bachelor’s degree/diploma in Psychology/ACTI Accredited CATT Trainer/CATT Counsellor, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in implementing child trauma therapy programs.

• Training and certification in trauma-focused interventions.
• Ability to train and support community health workers in trauma therapy techniques.

• Strong commitment to child protection and safeguarding principles.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Email Application to recruitment.cressafrica@cressuk.org  by Close of Business on 17th February 2024.
Application and CVs Should be ONE PDF document and a maximum of 5 pages.
Include in your application letter:
• Mention in the subject line the position you are applying for.
• Include your gross salary request.
• Contact details (email and telephone) of 3 professional reference persons.
• Do not include copies of any certificates.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Please note that CRESS AFRICA Foundation does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.

CRESS AFRICA Foundation is committed to observing all local, national, and international laws that protect children, vulnerable adults, and basic human rights of all. CRESS AFRICA Foundation is committed to a policy of “zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH)” and expects anyone who works for CRESS AFRICA Foundation to uphold protection and safeguarding as a priority.