Psychologist

Organization: UOSSM USA

Location: Amman, Jordan

Contract: 2.5 months (extendable depending on funding), full-time

Reports to: MHPSS Officer

Application deadline: 5.November.2026

About UOSSM USA and the Project

UOSSM USA is a humanitarian health organization working in Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS). It is launching a 2.5 month MHPSS project in Amman, extendable depending on funding, for Gaza children with complex medical conditions (cardiac and renal/dialysis cases) and their accompanying caregivers, who are in Jordan for medical treatment.

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.

Disclaimer:

• Code of Conduct: We uphold a strict Code of Conduct that prohibits any form of misconduct, including sexual exploitation and abuse, trafficking in persons, and violations of ethical standards. This includes addressing conflicts of interest, fraud, corruption, and harassment; and reporting violations promptly, maintaining ethical standards.
• Compliance & Ethics: We strive to maintain the highest standards of compliance and ethics across all aspects of our work. As a member of the team, you are expected to uphold these standards and adhere to UOSSM USA's and donor compliance and ethics policies. This includes conducting your work with integrity and communicating these values to colleagues and partners, ensuring their adherence to these principles.
• Equal Opportunities: UOSSM USA is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
• Safeguarding and Child Safeguarding: At UOSSM USA, we prioritize the safety and protection of all individuals within the communities we serve. All staff and contractors share the responsibility to safeguard and uphold the rights of vulnerable populations, including children and adults at risk. This commitment extends to preventing and addressing instances of sexual exploitation and abuse, as well as any form of exploitation, neglect, or trafficking in persons perpetrated by our staff or partners.