# Mental Health Volunteers Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/mental-health-volunteers Company: Phukira Mental Health Organisation Category: Healthcare & Medical Location: Malawi, Blantyre Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-10-13 Expires: 2026-10-30 ## Job Description VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY@ PHUKIRA MENTAL HEALTH ORGANISATION CALL FOR MENTAL HEALTH VOLUNTEERS Location: Blantyre OVERVIEW Mental health challenges affect individuals, families, and communities in many ways, yet access to appropriate mental health and psychosocial support remains a challenge for many people in Malawi. Together, we can help bridge this gap by promoting mental wellbeing, challenging stigma, and ensuring that people experiencing mental health difficulties receive the care, understanding, and support they deserve.PHUKIRA Mental Health Organization is a Malawian mental health organization committed to promoting mental health, preventing mental illness, reducing stigma, and improving access to quality mental health and psychosocial support services in communities, workplaces, schools, and other settings.PHUKIRA is inviting applications from passionate, qualified, and committed mental health professionals to join its growing network of Mental Health Volunteers.AREAS OF VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENTPHUKIRA is particularly interested in professionals with qualifications and experience in:Psychosocial CounsellingIndividual, couples and group supportMental Health / Psychiatric NursingClinical care and community nursingClinical Medicine – Mental HealthAssessment, screening and referralOther Relevant DisciplinesMental health and psychosocial fieldsKEY RESPONSIBILITIESDepending on their professional background, qualifications, and scope of practice, volunteers may support PHUKIRA in:Providing individual, couples, and group psychosocial counselling and support.Conducting mental health screening and basic psychosocial assessments.Providing psychoeducation on mental health and emotional wellbeing.Supporting mental health awareness, promotion, and anti-stigma activities.Participating in community, workplace, school, and other mental health outreach programs.Supporting crisis intervention, suicide risk identification, and appropriate referral.Supporting individuals and families experiencing mental health and psychosocial challenges.Facilitating support groups and mental health promotion activities.Identifying clients requiring specialized care and facilitating appropriate referrals.Participating in PHUKIRA campaigns, trainings, workshops, and community activities.Maintaining confidentiality, professional boundaries, safeguarding, and ethical standards.Contributing to PHUKIRA program development, documentation, monitoring, and reporting.QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTSApplicants should have:A Diploma or Degree in Psychosocial Counselling, Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing, Clinical Medicine – Mental Health, or another relevant discipline from a recognized institution.Valid professional registration/licensure, where applicable.Relevant experience in mental health, counselling, psychosocial support, or community-based mental health services is an added advantage.Strong communication, interpersonal, counselling, and assessment skills.Demonstrated commitment to mental health and psychosocial wellbeing.Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.Commitment to ethical, respectful, and client-centred practice.Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.Willingness to contribute professional skills on a voluntary basis.WHO CAN APPLY?PHUKIRA welcomes applications from qualified mental health professionals who:Are passionate about improving mental health and community wellbeing.Are committed to reducing mental health stigma and promoting help-seeking.Are willing to contribute their professional skills on a voluntary basis.Have good communication and interpersonal skills.Are committed to confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional ethics.Are willing to participate in PHUKIRA activities and programs.Can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.WHAT PHUKIRA OFFERS VOLUNTEERSSelected volunteers will have opportunities to:Gain practical experience in community mental health programming.Participate in mental health awareness and outreach activities.Contribute to innovative mental health programs and initiatives.Network and collaborate with other mental health professionals.Participate in selected PHUKIRA trainings and capacity-building activities.Contribute to improving access to mental health and psychosocial support services in Malawi.Build professional experience through participation in PHUKIRA programs and activities.HOW TO APPLYInterested and suitably qualified individuals should submit:An updated CVA brief cover letter indicating the area/position of interest and why you would like to volunteer with PHUKIRA.SEND APPLICATIONS TO: phukiramentalhealth.mw@gmail.comEMAIL SUBJECT: Mental Health Volunteer – [Area of Interest]APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30th October, 2026 ## Requirements Apply by email: phukiramentalhealth.mw@gmail.com ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.