Psychosocial Counsellor

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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT@ Malawi AIDS Counselling and Resource Organization (MACRO)POSITION: PSYCHOSOCIAL COUNSELLOR Location: BlantyreOVERVIEW Malawi AIDS Counselling and Resource Organization (MACRO) is a locally registered non-governmental organization (NGO), established in 1995 to complement the Government of Malawi’s efforts in combating HIV and AIDS and addressing other health-related challenges.MACRO’s vision is “A Malawi populace free of ill-health,” and its mission is “To transform the lives of Malawians through the provision of high-quality HIV and AIDS and other health-related services.”With funding from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), MACRO is implementing the IMPACT Project, which aims to strengthen effective interventions to address unmet needs for HIV Testing Services (HTS) in CDC-supported districts, contributing to the attainment of the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets.In line with the implementation of the project, MACRO invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and motivated candidates to fill the following vacant positions under the IMPACT Project.Job Title: Psychosocial Counsellor (1)Reports to: Clinic In chargeLocation: Blantyre (MACRO Clinic and Community)About the Role: The Psychosocial Counsellor will be responsible for providing high-quality, client-centred psychosocial counselling and support services to individuals living with HIV, their partners, families, caregivers, and other clients affected by HIV and related health conditions at MACRO clinics. The role aims to address clients’ emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual needs while promoting mental well-being, resilience, treatment adherence, and overall quality of life.Key responsibilities will include conducting psychosocial assessments, identifying clients’ counselling and support needs, developing and implementing appropriate intervention plans, and providing individual and group counselling sessions. The Psychosocial Counsellor will also support clients in coping with HIV diagnosis, stigma and discrimination, disclosure challenges, treatment adherence, and other psychosocial concerns.The successful candidate will collaborate with clinical and community-based healthcare teams to facilitate referrals, strengthen continuity of care, maintain accurate and confidential counselling records, and ensure the delivery of holistic, ethical, and non-discriminatory services in line with national guidelines and MACRO’s established protocols.The Psychosocial Counsellor will be responsible for providing high-quality, client-centred psychosocial counselling and support services to individuals living with HIV, their partners, families, caregivers, and other clients affected by HIV and related health conditions at MACRO clinics. The role aims to address clients’ emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual needs while promoting mental well-being, resilience, treatment adherence, and overall quality of life.Key responsibilities will include conducting psychosocial assessments, identifying clients’ counselling and support needs, developing and implementing appropriate intervention plans, and providing individual and group counselling sessions. The Psychosocial Counsellor will also support clients in coping with HIV diagnosis, stigma and discrimination, disclosure challenges, treatment adherence, and other psychosocial concerns.The successful candidate will collaborate with clinical and community-based healthcare teams to facilitate referrals, strengthen continuity of care, maintain accurate and confidential counselling records, and ensure the delivery of holistic, ethical, and non-discriminatory services in line with national guidelines and MACRO’s established protocolsEducation Qualifications Knowledge and SkillsMinimum of a Diploma in Psychosocial Counselling from a recognized institution.Registration with the Medical Council of Malawi (mandatory).At least 5 years’ experience providing counseling/psychotherapy.Experience in program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.Knowledge of HIV programs and Ministry of Health service delivery systems (preferred).Proficiency in psychosocial assessment and counseling techniques for individuals, couples, families, and communities.Strong respect and empathy for persons living with HIV.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Skills in goal setting, conflict resolution, and group facilitation.Superior interpersonal, leadership, research, and time management abilities.Open-minded, non-judgmental, and able to listen patiently and carefully.Key Duties Mode of ApplicationConduct routine psychological assessments, including suicide risk assessments, through interviews, observations, and tests.Provide a safe and conducive environment for clients to freely express feelingsDevelop and deliver individual, family, and group-based therapeutic interventions.Create and implement intervention plans for all clients, ensuring proper documentation of assessments, diagnoses, and progress.Support Community outreach activities and stakeholder strengthening in the districtEmail Applications to:The Executive Director, MACRO, recruitments@macromw.orgClosing Date: 20th October, 2026NB: Applications must include 3-paged CV, Copies of relevant certificates and 1paged application letter clearly explaining why you are a suitable candidate for the roleThis list is not exhaustive as such, the successful candidate will be required to perform duties as required

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Apply by email: recruitments@macromw.org