In January 2014 as part of IRC child protection
programs, the IRC began implementing a specialized project which serves at-risk
and vulnerable working children in child labor, including in its worst forms
(street, mechanics, and construction). Service provisions include providing
psychosocial support and case management services for street and working
children in Mount Lebanon, Tripoli, Akkar, and Bekaa.
Assessments, conducted by the IRC in March and April
2020, demonstrate that caregivers and children are under extreme levels of
distress as a result of the economic and social impact of COVID-19, when asked
about the three main behaviors and emotions children are currently exhibiting
caregivers responded first worry, second fear and third anger. Most of the
caregivers responded that their children are demonstrating negative emotions,
and others expressed that they were experiencing anxiety. COVID-19 and the
current situation in the country have filtrated numerous aspects of the lives
of Syrian refugees, and other vulnerable groups such as the Palestinian and
stateless communities which increases the likelihood of families adopting
negative coping mechanisms.
Families are forced to restrict their movements and
remain in close quarters on a daily basis, with diminished access to resources.
The consultant, a
clinical psychologist for children and their caregivers will provide clinical
supervision of high-risk cases mainly under the case management component or
their caregivers as needed and indicated by the manager or case management
officer. The psychologist will conduct face-to-face, one-on-one, and group
sessions for children exposed to high risks, vulnerabilities, and distress. In
addition, the consultant will support case workers through coaching sessions to
build their capacity to deal with children with challenging behaviors when/if
needed.
Deliverables:
Use standardized assessment tools.Develop a consistent and acceptable treatment plan with clear objectives in relevance to the need assessment with a logical and consistent timeframe that includes estimated dates for case evaluation, closure, and post-support check-up.Monitor and evaluate the psychological progress of the patient.Maintain irreproachable levels of confidentiality and privacy.Complete intake assessments, evaluations, treatment recommendations, reviews, follow-up, and other documentation for each consultation and as necessary in an organized and efficient manner.Ensure that emergency cases are properly managed, referred to, and followed.Submit reports and updates on the cases to the manager of the program, the Case management officer, and the designated case worker after every session or field visit, including feedback, concerns, and recommendations for the case of every child.
Timeframe and Schedule:
Task
location
Target
Timeframe
Delivery of specialized MHPSS consultations per child or caregiver
Bekaa
Maximum of 25 days till the Mid. Of Aug. 2025.
with a minimum of 5 consultations per day and ensure that the minimum consultation time is at least 45 minutes.
From Feb.17 to 15 Aug. 2025
Delivery of one report/month on the child’s situation including feedback, concerns, and recommendations for each case
1 report by the end of the service
Reports should be submitted monthly.
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Child Protection Manager and coordinates with the Case management officerPosition directly supervises: N/AOther Internal and/or external contacts: MHPSS Technical Advisor