Clinical Psychologist – Trauma, Victim Protection & Legal Testimony

Clinical Psychologist – Trauma, Victim Protection & Legal Testimony

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Nairobi

Full Time

NGO, NPO & Charity

KSh
75,000 - 90,000

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Job summary

The Clinical Psychologist will provide dedicated, trauma-informed psychological evaluation, specialized clinical interventions, and long-term therapeutic care to survivors of human trafficking (VoTs). Operating as a core full-time staff member across the organization's residential facilities, the Clinical Psychologist manages complex PTSD ,torture.

Min Qualification:

Masters

Experience Level

Mid level

Experience Length

4 years

Language Requirement

English

Working Hours:

Full Time - 8 to 5

Applicant Location

Kenya

Job descriptions & requirements

• Clinical Assessment, Testing & Diagnosis:

• Administer psychometric and psychological tests to diagnose psychological disorders,
• complex trauma, severe depression, anxiety, dissociation, and psychosis among survivors.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to migration histories,
• linguistic backgrounds, and cultural contexts.
• Support survivors directly in defining their recovery plans and personal goals, monitoring
• their progress through regular, structured therapy sessions.

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• Expert Witness & Legal Testimony:

Pre-Court PreparationConduct psychological court-readiness assessments and trauma-informed pre-trial preparation for survivor-witnesses. Explain courtroom procedures,

manage anxiety/re-traumatization triggers, and build coping mechanisms prior to law enforcement interviews (DCI) or judicial hearings.

Post-Court Debriefing & StabilizationProvide immediate post-testimony psychological

debriefing, crisis intervention, and emotional stabilization following court sessions or legal

depositions to mitigate secondary trauma and distress.

Prepare independent, court-admissible psychological evaluation reports and medico-

legal assessments for victim-survivors involved in legal proceedings.

○ Appear in Kenyan judicial courts as an expert witness to testify on trauma, capacity, post-

traumatic stress, and the psychological impact of human trafficking under the Evidence

Act (Cap. 80).

• Crisis Intervention & Referral Coordination:

○ Provide immediate crisis intervention in situations requiring urgent psychological

treatment, including 24/7 on-call emergency response for suicidal ideation or acute psychiatric crises.

○ Support in mapping out recognized external mental health facilities and specialized

psychiatric centers for complex referral needs.

○ Follow up systematically with referral points and partner facilities to ensure seamless,

multi-disciplinary care.

• Case Management System (CMS) Documentation & Confidentiality:

○ Document all therapy sessions, assessments, and progress notes in line with policies and

procedures regarding mental health records, utilizing the organization's Case

Management System (CMS).

○ Enforce strict confidentiality standards and zero-tolerance compliance with Kenya’s Data

Protection Act (2019) regarding survivor medical data.

• Case Management & Shelter Leadership:

○ Actively participate in multi-disciplinary case management meetings with social workers,

protection officers, and legal teams.