Child Protection - Paediatric Counsellor Intern

Education & qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree/Diploma certificate (or ongoing similar studies) in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, Child Development, or related field, from a recognized/certified institution.
  
• Demonstrated interest in child protection, mental health, or humanitarian work.
  
• Previous volunteer or internship experience in community work, child support, or counselling is an asset.
  
• Basic understanding of trauma-informed care and child development.
  

Psychosocial Support (PSS):

• Support delivery of structured and non-structured PSS activities for children (individual and group sessions).
  
• Assist in organizing child-friendly spaces and recreational activities that promote emotional wellbeing.
  
• Provide basic psychological first aid (PFA) under supervision.
  
• Support identification of children showing signs of distress, trauma, or developmental concerns.
  

Case Management Support:

• Assist in intake, assessment, and documentation of child protection cases under supervision.
  
• Support referrals of children requiring specialized services (e.g., mental health, medical care, GBV response).
  
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safe data management practices.
  
• Follow up on cases to ensure continuity of care.
  

Community Engagement & Outreach:

• Support awareness sessions for caregivers on child wellbeing, positive parenting, and stress management.
  
• Engage with community-based child protection mechanisms.
  
• Assist in identifying at-risk children within the community.
  

Coordination & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of activities and submit regular updates to the supervisor.
  
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and supervision sessions.
  
• Support monitoring and evaluation activities, including data collection for PSS interventions
  

Safeguarding & Ethical Practice:

• Uphold child safeguarding and protection policies at all times.
  
• Ensure all interventions follow best interest of the child principles.
  
• Maintain strict confidentiality and informed consent/assent practices.