Psychologist

at Union of Medical Care and Relief Organizations
Published October 28, 2026
Location Amman, Jordan
Category Health Care  
Job Type Full Time  

Description

The project reaches 200 beneficiaries (55 children and 145 caregivers) through a stepped-care model: psychosocial screening for everyone, general psychosocial support and group activities, individualized Case Management for those who need it, and referral to specialized services where needed. It is aligned with the IASC MHPSS Guidelines and Minimum Standards.

Position Summary

The Psychologist delivers focused individual psychological/psychosocial support to children and caregivers identified as needing it and provides clinical guidance to the team.

Key Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one psychological/psychosocial support sessions for children and caregivers identified through screening or referral.
Manage the referral pathway to specialized psychiatric, protection, child protection, and GBV services for needs beyond the project's level of care.
Provide clinical guidance and supervision to Case Managers and Community Volunteers.
Support the interpretation of screening results, recognizing that screening tools are not diagnostic.
Contribute to assessments and Case Management plans, and keep confidential, accurate records.
Support frontline staff training where requested.
Ensure ethical practice: consent/assent, confidentiality, safeguarding, and do-no-harm.
Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience

Master's in Clinical psychology or Psychology preferred);
Professional license as required in Jordan.
At least 3 years of experience providing psychological support to children and/or adults, preferably in humanitarian or medical settings.
Experience working with children and caregivers affected by trauma, displacement, or chronic illness is an asset.
Arabic fluency; working English.
Key Skills

Clinical judgment, child-friendly communication, trauma-informed practice, supervision and mentoring, confidentiality, resilience under pressure.

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