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Category

Guidance and Counselling

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Nakaseke, Uganda

Vacancies

1 position

Closing Date

12/2/2026
28 days left

Employer / Company

Nakaseke District Local Government logo
Nakaseke District Local Government
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Description (Public)

The Counsellor provides psychosocial support and guidance services in the district, helping individuals and groups deal with personal, social and health-related challenges.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and group counselling to clients as assigned.
  • Assess client needs and refer complex cases to appropriate services.
  • Maintain confidential counselling records and reports.
  • Organise community awareness sessions on mental health, HIV and family issues.
  • Work with health facilities, schools and partners on counselling services.
  • Participate in case reviews and multi-sectoral victim support activities.
  • Maintain professional ethics and confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Degree or diploma in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or a related field from a recognised institution.
  • Experience in counselling or psychosocial support work.
  • Knowledge of referral pathways for protection and mental health cases.
  • Professional registration where applicable.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Active listening and empathy.
  • Confidentiality and ethics.
  • Case documentation.
  • Community mobilisation.
  • Coordination with other services.

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