Job Description
Job Title Counsellor
Grade NAC 6
Job Purpose
The job purpose is to support implementation counselling and rehabilitation programs and activities
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
I. Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A
II. Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
a) Assist in offering counselling to persons with SUD’s and their families
b) Support in developing and implementation of Policies, Standards and Guidelines on
Counselling and Rehabilitation to ensure achievement of Authority’s mandate and
departmental objectives.
c) Assist to undertake continuous client’s assessment to inform proper case management and future innovations for improved service delivery.
d) Help in referring clients to other services providers for support;
e) Participate in updating referral directory of treatment and rehabilitation services in the
country;
f) Assist in preparing monthly reports and work plans for treatment and rehabilitation;
g) Support in conducting trainings on substance use disorders and addiction treatment.
h) Help on implementation outreach programs
i) Assist in conducting inspection of treatment and rehabilitation facilities.
Job Dimensions:
I. Financial Responsibility
N/A
II. Responsibility for Physical Assets
Responsible for the safety and custody of assets allocated
III. Decision Making / Job Influence
Make operational decisions
IV. Working Conditions
a) Office setting compliant with OSHA
b) Cordial working relationship with the Board
c) Enhanced working relationship with employees
d) Periodic national and international travels
e) Medical cover for self and family
f) Group Accident cover and life insurance
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic qualifications
Degree in Counselling, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology and Community Development Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
Other Requirements
Meets Chapter Six of the Kenyan Constitution on Leadership and Integrity
Previous relevant work experience required.
N/A
Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
Functional Skills
• Computing skills,
• Communication skills,
• Counselling skills,
• Ability to keep confidentiality of clients’ information
• Record Keeping skills;
• Proficiency in computer application
Behavioral Skills
• Inter-personal skills
• Professionalism
• Time Management