Psychologist

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. The position is based in Kherson, with frequent field travel to communities in Khersonskyi raion.   The Psychologist will provide specialized psychological support to clients with moderate to severe mental health conditions in community and home-based settings. The position involves providing individual counselling, group and psychoeducation sessions, as well as assessing beneficiaries’ needs as part of MHPSS mobile teams and developing individualized case management plans accordingly. Working closely with the Nurse and Psychiatrist, the Psychologist will support the most vulnerable beneficiaries through home visits, provide Psychological First Aid and remote counselling when needed, and respond to urgent cases, including making appropriate referrals. The position requires conducting structured clinical assessments, maintaining strict confidentiality and accurate documentation, as well as actively participating in supervision sessions and team meetings. The Psychologist will also collaborate with IRC’s partner organizations to provide psychological consultations and psychosocial support to clients referred through established referral pathways.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide specialized psychological counselling. Conduct group and information sessions, trainings, and psychoeducation activities. Assess the individual needs of beneficiaries and develop individualized case management strategies accordingly. Provide Psychological First Aid and remote psychological counselling online or by phone, as needed. Conduct structured clinical assessments and develop clear case management plans addressing clients’ cognitive, behavioural, and emotional needs. Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure systematic documentation of assessments, reviews, and follow-up actions. Effectively manage emergency cases and make appropriate referrals. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of services provided while maintaining client confidentiality. Actively participate in supervision meetings with the MHPSS Manager and MHPSS Specialist. Collaborate with IRC’s partner organizations to provide psychological consultations and psychosocial support to clients referred through…