Two Volunteer Positions

The Open Disclosure Foundation provides long term counseling to victims of sexual violence. Besides psycho-therapy, The Foundation prides itself in utilizing innovative therapy methodologies like Group, Drum and Art Therapy in providing healing to victims. We are seeking to employ on a part time basis two volunteers with a sound knowledge of Sexual Violence Counseling and reasonable interest/background in Marketing. The Foundation is based in the Johannesburg C.B.D

Responsibilities

* Consolidate and establish relationships with communities and schools

* Provide on-going counseling to clients as allocated by the Counseling Manager

* Ensure that ODF and its activities are well within reach of the inhabitants of this country through innovative ways of marketing and media interaction

* Participate actively in research, outreach and client development initiatives

* Provide adequate process notes on each client and each session

* Attend weekly supervision and ensure that each client is discussed in detail to ensure adherence to ethical conduct

* Provide administrative support to the Counseling unit

* Plan, organise and participate in group therapy sessions

* Adhere to ethical code of professional standards

Requirements

* In possession or studying towards a Counseling qualification

* Fluency in English and at least two local languages

* Be able to uphold confidentiality

* Passion and ability to work in and with a team

* Computer literacy and networking skills a necessity

* Experience in counseling and a background in marketing is a added advantage

To apply for this position, please forward your C.V with a cover letter, including contactable references by email to: prince [at] opendisclosure [dot] org. or fax to 086 672 4233. For more information on this advertisement call, prince nare on 011 331 9869. If you do not hear from us within five working days after the closing date for applications, please consider your application unsuccessful.