Company: International Medical Corps .
Job Title: Specialist, MHPSS – mhGAP .
Contract type: SSA.
Duty Station: Syria / Dir AlZour (AlHarmoushiya).
Number of Vacancies: 1.
Application Closing Date: June 24, 2026, till 4:00 PM.
➢ Assignment Purpose:
Provide assessment and treatment of priority mental, neurological, and substance use conditions as per WHO mhGAP
Program and according to IMC principles and protocols, in close collaboration with other MHPSS care providers. The MHPSS
- mhGAP Specialist will collaborate with other healthcare professionals and humanitarian actors to ensure the delivery of
comprehensive and integrated MHPSS interventions.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable
accommodation.
Conduct assessment, identification and treatment for individuals with common mental, neurological, and
substance use (MNS) conditions, according to mhGAP guidelines, in line with nationally and locally defined
professional standards and work within humanitarian guidelines and principles
• Develop patient focused treatment plans based on the assessment findings and in consultation with the
affected individuals.
• Provide evidence-based interventions, including psychosocial support and counseling to individuals and
groups.
• Maintain accurate and confidential medical records of all consultations and interventions conducted
• Work regularly at duty sites to serve the beneficiaries during clinic opening hours
• Participate in regular case management team meetings for interdisciplinary care of patients.
• Accept referrals from the case management team, from other NGOs, and from IMC’s primary health care
doctors.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers, including primary care physicians, nurses, midwives and
• community health workers, to ensure integrated care for patients with mental health needs.
• Deliver psychoeducation sessions to raise awareness about mental health issues and promote coping
strategies within the community
• Participate in capacity-building activities, including training sessions and workshops, to enhance the skills
of local staff and volunteers in providing MHPSS support.
• Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, and relevant stakeholders to facilitate access to mental
health services and promote stigma reduction.
• Attend monthly MHPSS meeting managed by the MHPSS Coordinator, Manager or Psychiatrist.• Facilitate the smooth operations of the mental health clinic by providing appropriate technical and
administrative support to the team.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of MHPSS interventions and contribute to the ongoing
improvement of services based on feedback and data analysis.
• Reporting
• Report directly on all tasks and responsibilities to direct supervisor
• Keep a daily record of all patients seen using specific IMC documentation methods.
• Keep a record of prescribed medications
• Provide a weekly report of number of cases seen and diagnosis by age and gender as well as a source of
referral using spreadsheets and collection tools provided
• Keep a record of attendance and compile reports for any training provided.
• Adherence to ethical principles and professional standards, e.g. maintain confidentiality of all clients, in
the delivery of mental health services to individuals, families and communities and maintain a personal living
standard that serves as a positive role model.
• Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are
representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.
Possesses qualifications as a health care provider, e.g., physician; nurse; midwife
• Has qualified certification on mhGAP training program and achieved necessary competency standards
• Previous experience working in humanitarian or emergency settings, with knowledge of the unique
challenges and dynamics of such contexts.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to work effectively
with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Must have excellent self-motivation skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and to adapt to changing priorities and
demands in stressful/ unstable and low resources environments. Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope
with stressful situations and frustrations
• Ability to relate to and work collaboratively with colleagues effectively
• Ability to write reports, and complete necessary documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
• Knowledge of IASC Guidelines for MHPSS in Emergencies
• Knowledge of community based psychosocial support
• Language Skills: very good English skills; proficiency in additional languages relevant to the humanitarian
context
❖ Ethical Conduct at International Medical Corps:
As part of a global, humanitarian team dedicated to saving lives, easing suffering, and building self-reliance, International Medical
Corps staff are responsible for adhering to our Code of Conduct and Ethics and for knowing and abiding by International Medical
Corps policies and standards. All staff play a vital role in preventing violations of our Code of Conduct and Ethics, including conflicts
of interest, fraud, corruption, and any kind of exploitation or abuse. International Medical Corps is also committed to providing a
safe and healthy work environment free of harassment, bullying, and other misconduct, enabling staff to build and maintain
professional, respectful working relationships.
International Medical Corps prioritizes safeguarding the populations with whom we work from exploitation, neglect, or abuse of
children and adults at risk, and/or any form of trafficking in persons. International Medical Corps is committed to engagingmembers of crisis-affected communities to participate in meaningful ways in a crisis response, including making informed decisions
about the assistance they receive, mitigating potential risks, and holding us accountable for the commitments we make. All staff are
expected to support International Medical Corps’ culture of accountability toward our stakeholders, particularly the crisis-affected
communities and individuals we serve.
As part of International Medical Corps’ commitment to a speak-up culture and as one of the primary ways we collectively hold
ourselves accountable for complying with the ethical principles and standards of conduct outlined in the Code of Conduct and
Ethics, all staff are required to report suspected or actual misconduct or violations of organizational policies. Our Code of Conduct
and Ethics and Whistleblower Policy prohibit any form of retaliation against whistleblowers or individuals who report a concern in
good faith. Staff who violate these protections may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of
employment or contractual relationship with International Medical Corps.
❖ About us:
Humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and
relief and development programs.
International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified
applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or
status.
International Medical Corps never asks job applicants for a fee, payment, or other monetary transaction.
If you are asked for money in connection with this recruitment, please report to International Medical Corps at the
website for reporting misconduct : www.InternationalMedicalCorps.ethicspoint.com
Please do not submit your CV or application to this website; it will not be considered for review.
WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
This position is urgently required, and recruitment will be conducted on a rolling basis. Interested candidates are
encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as the vacancy may be filled before the closing date.
➢ Note: If the required number of applicants is met, the link may be closed before the end of the time given
for the advertisement.
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