Job Description

Job Description: Female Counsellor for Trauma Recovery of Women

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Female Counsellor for Trauma Recovery of

Women to provide psychological support and counselling services to women from various

gender-based violence backgrounds in vulnerable communities, including brothel areas,

shelters, and institutions across Mumbai and Thane. The counsellor will play a critical role in

helping survivors of trauma navigate their healing journey and rebuild their lives.

Responsibilities:

? Provide individual and group counselling sessions to women victims/survivors of

gender-based violence, including domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and

exploitation.

? Conduct comprehensive trauma assessments to understand the psychological,

emotional, and social needs of survivors.

? Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on clients' specific

needs, goals, and trauma history.

? Conduct psychoeducational workshops and support groups to empower survivors

and enhance their coping skills.

? Maintain accurate and confidential client records, documenting progress, treatment

plans, and interventions in accordance with professional standards and

organizational policies.

? Stay updated with the latest research, best practices, and trauma-informed care

approaches to enhance counselling techniques and knowledge.

? Participate in supervision, team meetings, and training sessions to enhance

professional development and ensure quality service provision.

Qualifications and Skills:

? A minimum of a Bachelor’s /Master's degree in Counselling, Clinical Psychology,

Social Work, or a related field.

? Certification or specialization in trauma-focused therapy or counselling is highly

desirable.

? Proven experience in providing counselling or therapy to survivors of trauma,

particularly women who have experienced gender-based violence.

? Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and evidence-based therapeutic

modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), etc.

? Familiarity with the socio-cultural dynamics and challenges faced by vulnerable

communities, including brothel areas and shelters. Willingness to travel in the field

and the respective areas

? Excellent communication and active listening skills, with the ability to empathize and

establish rapport with survivors.

? Strong organizational and time management skills to handle a caseload of clients and

meet documentation requirements.

? Ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, practice self-care, and

seek supervision when needed.

? Fluency in English and local languages commonly spoken in Mumbai and Thane.

Note: The job description provided above is a general framework and can be customized

based on the specific needs and policies of the organization or institution offering the

position.

Eligibility Criteria

Female Counsellor for Trauma Recovery of Women

? A minimum of a Bachelor’s /Master's degree in Counselling, Clinical Psychology,

Social Work, or a related field.

? Certification or specialization in trauma-focused therapy or counselling is highly

desirable.

? Proven experience in providing counselling or therapy to survivors of trauma,

particularly women who have experienced gender-based violence.

? Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and evidence-based therapeutic

modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), etc.

? Familiarity with the socio-cultural dynamics and challenges faced by vulnerable

communities, including brothel areas and shelters. Willingness to travel in the field

and the respective areas

? Excellent communication and active listening skills, with the ability to empathize and

establish rapport with survivors.

? Strong organizational and time management skills to handle a caseload of clients and

meet documentation requirements.

? Ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, practice self-care, and

seek supervision when needed.

? Fluency in English and local languages commonly spoken in Mumbai and Thane.

Desired Candidate Profile

Post Graduation - MSW

A minimum of a Bachelor’s /Master's degree in Counselling, Clinical Psychology,

Social Work, or a related field.

? Certification or specialization in trauma-focused therapy or counselling is highly

desirable.

? Proven experience in providing counselling or therapy to survivors of trauma,

particularly women who have experienced gender-based violence.

? Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and evidence-based therapeutic

modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), etc.

? Familiarity with the socio-cultural dynamics and challenges faced by vulnerable

communities, including brothel areas and shelters. Willingness to travel in the field

and the respective areas

? Excellent communication and active listening skills, with the ability to empathize and

establish rapport with survivors.

? Strong organizational and time management skills to handle a caseload of clients and

meet documentation requirements.

? Ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, practice self-care, and

seek supervision when needed.

? Fluency in English and local languages commonly spoken in Mumbai and Thane.

Organization Details

• Organization Name:Kshamata
• About Organization:Kshamata works with women who are vulnerable and victims of gender based violence including human trafficking with the aim of breaking the cycle of exploitation by equipping them with vocational skills and handholding them into livelihoods; empowering them with life skills and supporting them to transition into living self-reliant lives with a clear sense of dignity, identity and self-worth.
  
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