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• After completing training, the MHF will
  provide G-IPT intervention for depression as weekly 90 minute sessions for
  up to 12 weeks.
• Canvas local Ugandan communities, meet
  with local leaders and partners to identify, diagnose, and recruit
  depressed Ugandans to participate in the G-IPT program.
• Follow –up and track patient attendance
  and participation and document patient and project progress to asses G-IPT
  efficacy. Prepare patient discharge plans and refer patients where
  necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters
  relating to group participants consistent with organizational policies and
  laws.
• The MHF may be required to attend support
  team meetings with management as needed and perform other duties as
  assigned.
• Collect key patients data electronically
  or using hard copies and prepare reports on progress made and submit to
  the supervisor.

• The applicants should preferably hold a
  relevant health or social work qualification. Possession of a B.A. in
  Psychology is preferred.
• At least two years’ experience in group
  facilitation
• Previous experience of working with people
  with depression and their families
• Previous experience in running self-help
  groups is an added advantage
• Keen interest in social work and helping
  others.
• Broad and in-depth understanding of issues
  relating to mental health, specifically depression.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of
  self-help approaches and empowerment in mental health.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of
  general patient evaluation approaches.
• Excellent group facilitation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
  skills
• Ability to work independently and
  unsupervised
• Ability to develop, inform and sustain
  professional relationships, partnerships and networks.
• Ability to work in collaboration with
  people with depression, families, and other staff/services involved in
  their support is desirable
• Public speaking skills and the ability to
  lead and participate in workshops, seminars and other learning or
  promotion events.
• Empathy with the aims of Strong Minds goal
  of treating depression.
• Good team player.
• Willing to take direction 

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