Psychosocial Support Specialist in Jenin/Tulkarem (National)

Duty Station
Nablus (local office), Tulkarem and Jenin (field)
Publishing Date
09.03.2026
Deadline
31.03.2026
Starting Date
09.03.2026
Period
3,5 months
Language
Arabic
Reporting to

Project Manager

AVSI Foundation's presence in Palestine began in 1993 with small business development projects in the West Bank territories, responding to the needs of the most vulnerable population groups, with a specific focus on persons and children with disabilities. Over the years, our commitment has grown, thanks to the close collaboration with important local public and private institutions that have led AVSI to expand a solid network of local partnerships, and to diversify the sectors of intervention, including education, child protection, social and labour inclusion of vulnerable people, sustainable development of small and medium-sized enterprises, promotion of Palestine's historical and cultural heritage, and health.  

Role Overwiev:
The PSS Specialist provides technical supervision, guidance, and capacity building to the social work team delivering psychosocial support services to vulnerable individuals and families. The Specialist ensures high-quality, evidence-based interventions, compliance with international standards (IASC), and promotes best practices in case management and staff well-being.

Main tasks and responsibilities

Main tasks and Responsibilities

Technical Supervision & Case Management Support:

• Provide continuous technical supervision and guidance to social workers in implementing PSS activities.

• Conduct regular case review meetings to discuss complex cases, develop tailored intervention plans, and ensure adherence to protection and confidentiality standards.

• Supervise the identification of beneficiaries requiring specialized assistance or material support (referrals for basic needs/kits), ensuring criteria are met.

• Ensure all interventions align with foundational Child Protection (CP) principles (best interest of the child) and Safeguarding policies.

Capacity Building & Training:

• Assess the training needs of the social workers and deliver on-the-job coaching.

• Develop and facilitate training modules on PSS, stress management, trauma-informed care, PFA (Psychological First Aid), and identification of protection risks.

• Facilitate peer-learning sessions and encourage reflective practices among staff to improve service quality.

Quality Assurance & Reporting:

• Ensure PSS activities align with international standards (e.g., IASC MHPSS Guidelines) and organizational SOPs.

• Monitor the quality and impact of PSS interventions through regular field visits and technical feedback.

• Oversee data collection and analysis; ensure case files are updated, confidential, and stored correctly.

• Produce timely and comprehensive technical reports (weekly/monthly), summarizing activities, trends, and outcomes for internal and external stakeholders.

Coordination & Referrals:

• Strengthen referral pathways with protection, health, education, and GBV service providers.

• Participate in relevant coordination meetings (e.g., MHPSS Working Groups) and support the mapping of local services.

• Identify and report protection concerns, initiating referrals to specialized services when necessary.

Program & Logistics Coordination:

• Oversee and support the procurement and distribution of essential kits (food, clothes, educational supplies) for identified families and the "Rawdat Al-Basma" kindergarten, ensuring the process is dignified and equitable.

• Maintain accurate records of distribution and resource allocation.

Staff Well-being:

• Promote staff well-being and lead stress management activities for the team if needed and relevant.

• Provide guidance on managing secondary trauma and burnout prevention.

Essential Requirements

Education:
• Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling. 
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology or related mental health field.

Experience: 

• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in MHPSS programming, case management, or protection in humanitarian contexts.

• Proven experience in technical supervision and coaching of social workers or frontline staff.

• Experience working with vulnerable populations (GBV survivors, children, refugees).

• Strong knowledge of IASC MHPSS Guidelines and Protection principles.

Languages: 

• Levantine Arabic: Native/Fluent (Essential). 

• English: Professional proficiency (Written and Spoken) needed for reporting and guidelines is an asset.

Required skills and experiences

Skills & Competencies: 

• Technical: Expertise in case management steps and PSS intervention techniques. 

• IT: Competency in using Microsoft Office and case management/data collection tools. 

• Soft Skills: High level of empathy and team building skills, social perceptiveness, resilience, and strong leadership abilities. 

• Ethical: Strong commitment to Child Protection, Safeguarding, and humanitarian principles.