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Outspan Hospital
Addiction Counselor
Nyeri, Kenya
Outspan Hospital
Mental Health Nurse
Nyeri, Kenya
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County of Nyeri
Mortuary Attendant / Mortician
Nyeri, Kenya
Closing: Apr 24, 2024
This position has expiredPublished: Apr 23, 2024 (3 days ago)
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QUALIFICATIONS AND 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.
- Must be registered with counselors and psychologists Board
Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS AND 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.
- Must be registered with counselors and psychologists Board
- Review clients 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 clients needs and discuss recommended services and support options for the client and their families
- Develop plans of actions, implementation, and follow-up of the clients 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 clients during all stages of recovery from usage to abstinence
- Develop discharge plans in partnership with the treatment team
- Complete clients documentation and data requirements in accordance with hospital, Ministry of Health, and departmental standards
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