Openings: ChildFund India

ChildFund is a child-focused international development organization that works in 23 countries to connect children with the people, resources, and institutions they need to grow up healthy, educated, skilled and safe, no matter where they are.

ChildFund’s Values

ChildFund values a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible environment where everyone is welcomed and celebrated equally. In our culture of connection, you will have ample opportunity to grow, learn, and lead while contributing your talents and innovations to our inspiring mission.

In India, ChildFund ensures that children from the most marginalized sections of society become able, confident, and responsible adults. For over seven decades, we have been committed to addressing critical issues related to children’s holistic development by engaging key stakeholders including families, communities, schools, government and the children themselves. We provide comprehensive support to children through interventions that integrate health, nutrition, gender, education, livelihoods and child protection.

ChildFund’s Commitment

ChildFund  has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) and all other forms of harm by its staff, partners, and other representatives in the delivery of its mission and services for children. ChildFund is committed to creating a safe environment in the workplace as well as in the communities where it delivers programs and services. ChildFund expects every staff member, partner, and representative to adhere to this commitment and to ensure all organizational policies and standards are followed. This position is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal records check and/or disclosure to ensure program participants are safeguarded.

1. Consultant- Mental Health Coordinator

Location: Khunti, Jharkhand

ChildFund office:  ChildFund, India

Reporting To: Specialist Program

Project: Mental Health Project

Duration: Till June 30, 2025 (with the possibility of extension based on performance and program needs)

About This Role:

The Mental Health Coordinator will play a crucial role in the implementation and management of mental health initiatives at the district and block levels. The coordinator will oversee the organization of trainings, ensure effective coordination between various stakeholders, and facilitate community meetings to promote mental health awareness and services.

Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child safeguarding policy and procedures and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with ChildFund’s Child Safeguarding Policy.

Required Experience and Education:

• A degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in mental health program coordination, training, or community engagement.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, healthcare providers, and community members.
• Experience in data collection, monitoring, and reporting.

Primary Responsibilities/Scope of Work:

• Training Coordination:Plan and Organize Trainings:Identify training needs at the district and block levels for healthcare providers, community health workers, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Develop a training calendar and organize training sessions in collaboration with mental health professionals and experts.
• Ensure that training content is aligned with national and state-level mental health guidelines.
• Training Delivery and Evaluation:Facilitate the delivery of training programs, ensuring active participation and engagement of all attendees.
• Distribute training materials, manuals, and other resources to participants.
• Collect feedback from participants and evaluate the effectiveness of training sessions, making necessary adjustments for future programs.
• District and Block Level Coordination:Stakeholder Engagement:Serve as the primary point of contact for mental health activities at the district and block levels.
• Establish and maintain regular communication with district and block health officials, NGOs, community leaders, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Facilitate coordination between different departments (e.g., Health, Education, Social Welfare) to ensure an integrated approach to mental health services.
• Program Implementation:Support the implementation of mental health programs and activities as outlined in the district and block action plans.
• Monitor progress and provide regular updates to district-level authorities and other stakeholders.
• Identify and address any challenges or barriers to the effective implementation of mental health initiatives.
• Community Meetings and Engagement:Organize Community Meetings:Plan and organize regular community meetings to raise awareness about mental health issues and available services.
• Engage with community leaders, local organizations, and NGOs to promote mental health literacy and reduce stigma.
• Ensure that community meetings are inclusive and accessible to all, particularly vulnerable and marginalized groups.
• Community Mobilization:Mobilize community members to participate in mental health programs and activities.
• Provide information and support to individuals and families affected by mental health issues.
• Collect feedback from the community on mental health needs and services, and use this information to inform program planning and improvement.
• Monitoring and Reporting:Data Collection:Collect data on mental health program activities, including the number of trainings conducted, participants trained, and community meetings held.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to mental health service delivery and community engagement.
• Reporting:Prepare and submit regular reports to district and block health authorities, detailing progress, challenges, and recommendations.
• Document best practices and lessons learned from mental health initiatives at the district and block levels.Ensure compliance with all reporting requirements and guidelines as set by the NHM and other relevant authorities

Required Competencies:

ChildFund’s Core Competencies:

• Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
• Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others
• Results orientation gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
• Decision-making uses good judgment, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
• Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
• Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends, and embraces technological solutions to business challenges

Other Required Competencies

• The ability to speak, read, and write fluently in English.
• Strong verbal communication skills in English and local language of placement.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

How to Apply:

Please send your updated CV to: recruitment@childfundindia.org
Please mention in the subject line of your email Application for Consultant- Mental Health Coordinator” for Khuti, Jharkhand.

2. Consultant- Psychiatric Social Worker

Location: Khunti, Jharkhand

ChildFund office:  ChildFund, India

Reporting To: Specialist Program

Project: Mental Health Project

Duration: Till June 30, 2025 (with the possibility of extension based on performance and program needs)

About ChildFund

ChildFund is a child-focused international development organization that works in 23 countries to connect children with the people, resources, and institutions they need to grow up healthy, educated, skilled and safe, no matter where they are.

ChildFund’s Values

ChildFund values a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible environment where everyone is welcomed and celebrated equally. In our culture of connection, you will have ample opportunity to grow, learn, and lead while contributing your talents and innovations to our inspiring mission.

In India, ChildFund ensures that children from the most marginalized sections of society become able, confident, and responsible adults. For over seven decades, we have been committed to addressing critical issues related to children’s holistic development by engaging key stakeholders including families, communities, schools, government and the children themselves. We provide comprehensive support to children through interventions that integrate health, nutrition, gender, education, livelihoods and child protection.

ChildFund’s Commitment

ChildFund  has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) and all other forms of harm by its staff, partners, and other representatives in the delivery of its mission and services for children. ChildFund is committed to creating a safe environment in the workplace as well as in the communities where it delivers programs and services. ChildFund expects every staff member, partner, and representative to adhere to this commitment and to ensure all organizational policies and standards are followed. This position is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal records check and/or disclosure to ensure program participants are safeguarded.

About This Role:

To enhance mental health awareness and services under the National Health Mission (NHM) through effective implementation of the District Mental Health Program (DMHP) in ChildFund India’s implementing districts of Jharkhand, coordination with other departments, conducting trainings, and establishing partnerships with mental health institutions such as the Central Institute of Psychiatry (CIP).

Primary Responsibilities/Scope of Work:

• District Mental Health Program (DMHP) Implementation:Assist the DMHP Point Person in planning, executing, and monitoring mental health activities at the district level.
• Support in developing district-specific mental health action plans.
• Facilitate regular assessments of DMHP outcomes and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Coordination with Other Departments:Establish and maintain effective communication channels between the NHM and other relevant departments (e.g., Education, Social Welfare, Women and Child Development) for integrated mental health service delivery.
• Organize inter-departmental meetings to ensure collaborative efforts in mental health promotion and interventions.
• Training and Capacity Building:Design and conduct training programs for healthcare providers, community health workers, and other stakeholders on mental health awareness, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Develop training materials and resources tailored to the needs of different target groups.
• Partnership with Central Institute of Psychiatry (CIP):Facilitate collaboration between NHM and CIP for technical support, capacity building, and research activities.
• Coordinate joint initiatives, workshops, and seminars to leverage CIP’s expertise in mental health.
• Assist in developing referral pathways and protocols between district mental health services and CIP.
• Monitoring and Reporting:Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the progress and impact of mental health initiatives.
• Prepare regular reports for NHM management on the status of mental health programs, challenges faced, and achievements.
• Ensure compliance with NHM guidelines and standards in all mental health activities.
• Community Engagement and Awareness:Lead community outreach programs to raise awareness about mental health issues and reduce stigma.
• Work with local organizations, NGOs, and community leaders to promote mental health literacy and support services.
• Organize mental health campaigns and events at the district level.

Deliverables:

• Detailed district mental health action plans and progress reports.
• Training materials, schedules, and evaluation reports.
• Partnership agreements and collaborative project plans with CIP.
• Regular monitoring and evaluation reports with actionable insights.
• Documentation of community engagement activities and their impact.

Required Competencies:

ChildFund’s Core Competencies:

• Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
• Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others
• Results orientation gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
• Decision-making uses good judgment, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
• Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
• Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends, and embraces technological solutions to business challenges
• Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

How to Apply:

Please send your updated CV to: recruitment@childfundindia.org
Please mention in the subject line of your email “Application for Consultant- Psychiatric Social Worker” Khuti, Jharkhand.