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CoUNSELOR

Closing date Wednesday, March 13rd, 2024

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Title: Counselor (full time post)

Based: Phnom Penh, Cambodia with travel where needed (Open to national citizens only)

Reports to: Project Manager - Community Based Client Care (CBCC)

Starting Salary: $550.00-$600.00 (Based on experience) 

About the Opportunity

This full-time position involves supporting the Community Based Client Care (CBCC) Project within Chab Dai Coalition. The counselor will play a vital role in Chab Dai Coalition Coalition to provide direct counseling support to survivors of trafficking helping them cope with trauma and continue their restoration journey. Through various activities, including counseling sessions, social service provision, and survivor empowerment initiatives, the project endeavors to create a safe and supportive environment for survivors and their families. The counselor will work closely with members from all thematic areas of Chab Dai Coalition and support organizational collaboration. .

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Counseling and Support:

  • Provide direct counseling to survivors and their families in the community, creating a safe and supportive environment for healing. 

  • Develop case plans and provide technical assistance related to survivor support processes, ensuring comprehensive care and support. 

Facilitate Access to Services: 

  • Facilitate access to social services and therapy for survivors, ensuring they receive the necessary support for their recovery. 

  • Refer survivors to community resources as needed, connecting them with additional support networks and services. 

Social Service Access: 

  • Collaborate with local authorities to ensure survivors and their families can access social services in their communities. 

  • Build the capacity of local authorities through Trauma Informed Care skills training to support survivors effectively. 

  • Organize training sessions for local authorities to raise awareness about trauma and trauma-informed care practices. 

  • Facilitate community-level interventions to promote survivor well-being and resilience. 

Reporting and Documentation: 

  • Maintain regular reporting and documentation, including weekly and monthly reports, case notes, and outcome reports, to track progress and outcomes. 

Coordination and Collaboration: 

  • Coordinate meetings with local authorities and seek assistance for providing services to survivors and their families, fostering collaboration and support from community stakeholders. 

  • Conduct assessments and create plans for assisting survivors' families, documenting engagements and assessments to ensure holistic support. 

  • Collaborate internally, particularly with Case Support Management Project (CMSP) and Legal Support Project (LSP) projects, to support survivors in their restoration journey. 

Follow-Up and Progress Monitoring: 

  • Follow up with survivors' families to ensure improvement in their situation, providing ongoing support and assistance as needed. 

  • Report regularly to the Project Manager and/or the team on task progress, ensuring transparency and accountability in project implementation. 

Logistical Support: 

  • Assist in managing logistical aspects of project activities, including event preparation and fieldwork planning. 

  • Coordinate with the project team to ensure smooth implementation of fieldwork plans and events. 

  • Provide support in maintaining accurate records of financial transactions and preparing necessary documentation. 

Additional Responsibilities: 

  • Perform other assigned tasks agreed upon with the Project Manager, contributing to the overall success of the project and the well-being of survivors. 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates please submit your updated CV, Cover Letter including your two referees to:  careers@chabdai.org by the closing date on Wednesday, March 13rd, 2024.

Please refer to the Job Description here for full details including: Key Attributes and Benefits