Psychologist

Job Description

Who We Are

SOS Children’s Villages Jordan is a national non-profit organization established in 1983 to provide alternative care for children and young people who have lost parental care or are at risk of losing it.

What distinguishes our care model is the provision of holistic care that addresses the needs of children and young people across areas including care, accommodation, education, skills development, protection, social integration, health, livelihoods, and social and emotional well-being.

The Association is guided by the United Nations Guidelines for the Alternative Care of Children and the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Its efforts are also aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

General Objective

To provide comprehensive and integrated services to families and people with disabilities, enhancing family well-being and coping capacity while ensuring the sustainability of family and community inclusion.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Family Psychological Assessment

• Conduct initial and periodic psychosocial assessments of families and people with disabilities.
• Identify the psychological stressors and challenges faced by parents and caregivers within the home environment.
• Identify signs of psychological and emotional exhaustion among parents and caregivers.

2. Psychosocial Support

• Provide individual psychological support sessions for mothers, fathers, and caregivers to strengthen resilience and coping skills.
• Design practical activities and tools to help families reduce daily stress and manage psychological pressures.
• Support siblings and other children within the family in adapting to having a sibling with a disability.

3. Family Counseling

• Conduct family counseling sessions to develop stress management skills, promote positive communication, and foster a supportive family environment.
• Provide families with practical strategies for managing the behaviors of children with disabilities.
• Promote self-care practices among caregivers to reduce psychological and emotional exhaustion.

4. Multidisciplinary Teamwork

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team comprising a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, special education specialist, speech and language therapist, and psychologist.
• Actively participate in weekly team meetings and case conferences to ensure the coordinated delivery of services.
• Coordinate with team members to develop joint intervention plans and avoid duplication of services.
• Refer cases to relevant specialists when necessary and ensure regular information sharing.

5. Training and Professional Development

• Attend all professional training sessions and workshops organized by the organization, the Ministry, or partner entities.
• Commit to continuous professional development and stay informed about the latest practices in the field of specialization.
• Participate in internal capacity-building activities and share knowledge and experience with team members.

6. Documentation and Follow-Up

• Prepare periodic reports on the interventions provided to families and the progress achieved.
• Document every session and field visit immediately upon completion, using the approved project documentation template.
• Prepare a detailed report after each visit, covering services provided, the level of engagement and response, and the next steps.
• Maintain and regularly update beneficiary records within the organization’s documentation system.
• Prepare comprehensive individual reports covering psychological follow-up, training sessions delivered, family support provided and expected outcomes.
• Submit periodic reports to the direct supervisor and discuss them during team meetings.

Academic Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, Psychological Counseling, or a related field.
• At least three years of practical experience working with families and children within community-based care programs or disability services.
• Knowledge of psychosocial support principles and family counseling skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with families and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Flexibility and the ability to work in beneficiaries’ homes and diverse environments.

How to Apply

• If you are interested in this position and believe you have the qualifications and experience required, we invite you to apply through our official website.
• SOS Children’s Villages Jordan is firmly committed to child safeguarding and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse in all forms, whether in the workplace or in the communities where the organization operates.
• The recruitment and selection process is based on technical competence and alignment with organizational values. Comprehensive background checks, including a criminal record clearance certificate and reference checks, will be conducted for the selected candidate.
• SOS Children’s Villages Jordan is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.