Job description - Nurse

Role Description:

You will work as a Nurse. The job description and responsibilities of the role shall include but not be limited to: Delivery of mental healthcare to patients, as part of a team implementing an overall psychiatric program in accordance with established standard operating procedures. Duties and Responsibilities She/he will provide individualized nursing care to patients as per Nursing Council of Kenya guidelines. In addition to the basic nursing duties, she/he will also carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Carry out evaluation of psychological and mental health needs of patients, elaborate a nursing diagnosis and establish individual case management plan
  • Develop nursing care plans for patients, provide nursing care as per the Nursing council of Kenya guidelines and help patients be as independent as possible
  • Administer and monitor prescribed treatment regimens as per patient’s condition in liaison with the medical officers and consultant psychiatrists. Observe and report behavioural changes
  • Work with patients’ families to help improve the patient’s abilities for self-care & help the caregivers deal with family member’s mental illness
  • Record all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms
  • Provide orientation to other members of staff
  • Assist and train staff members and resourceful people whenever necessary in order to enhance the scope of Mental Health activities
  • Participate in developing community networks to support mental health patients
  • Supervise mental health assistants and ensure patient’s records are kept well and ensure timely weekly and monthly reports are compiled.
  • Prepare and maintain an inventory of all medical equipment, pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical materials and supplies
  • Update medical calendars and schedule clinical meetings
  • Perform other position-related duties as assigned from time-to-time Person Specification
  • Well organized and methodical approach to workable to multi-task
  • Appreciation of critical timescales and the impact of tardiness on customer perception
  • Credibility both internally and externally – with colleagues, partners and customers
  • Energy, drive and ambition to achieve objectives and set targets
  • Excellent communication skills at all levels of the institution
  • Mature, credible, highly professional, and comfortable in dealing with psychiatric patients

 Qualifications

  • Diploma in Nursing (Graduate degree level preferred)
  • Additional Training and certification in Nursing is an advantage
  • At least 2 years’ experience as a Nurse, preferably in a mental health and substance use treatment institution
  • Extensive experience in all aspects of Customer Relationship Management
  • Strong written, verbal and communication skills – Strong interpersonal skills and ability to team with colleagues for the betterment of the institution
  • Adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to do quality work under minimal supervision
  • Able to manage demands of a growing specialized medical rehabilitation centre Measures of Success
  • Excellent execution of assigned tasks with minimal supervision
  • Excellent Daily, Weekly, Quarterly achievement of objectives as agreed with the Clinical Director

Job description – Psychologist

Role Description:

The role holder will deliver mental healthcare to patients, as part of a team implementing an overall psychiatric program in accordance with established standard operating procedures. Duties and Responsibilities She/he will provide individualized care to patients as per Kenya Counselling and Psychological Association guidelines.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Carry out evaluation of psychological and mental health needs of patients, elaborate a diagnosis and establish individual case management plan.
  • Assess clients’ needs, abilities or behaviour using a variety of methods, including psychometric tests, interviews and direct observation of their behaviour
  • Devise and monitor appropriate treatment programmes, including therapy, counselling or advice, in collaboration with colleagues
  • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside psychiatrists, doctors, nurses, social workers, education professionals, health visitors and occupational therapists
  • Offer therapy and treatments for issues relating to a range of mental health conditions
  • Develop and evaluate psychological service provision for clients
  • Counsel and support carers
  • Record all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms
  • Provide orientation to other members of staff
  • Assist and train staff members and resourceful people whenever necessary in order to enhance the scope of Mental Health activities
  • Participate in developing community networks to support mental health patients
  • Perform other position-related duties as assigned from time to time Person Specification Well organized and methodical approach to work – able to multi-task Appreciation of critical timescales and the impact of tardiness on customer perception Credibility both internally and externally – with colleagues, partners and customers Energy, drive and ambition to achieve objectives and set targets Excellent communication skills at all levels of the institution Mature, credible, highly professional, and comfortable in dealing with psychiatric patients

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Psychology (Graduate degree level preferred)
  • Additional Training and certification in Psychology is an advantage
  • At least 2 years’ experience as a Clinical Psychologist at a busy environment
  • Extensive experience in all aspects of customer relationship management
  • Strong written, verbal and communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to team with colleagues for the betterment of the institution
  • Adaptability, flexibility and the ability to do quality work under minimal supervision
  • Able to manage demands of a growing specialized medical rehabilitation center Measures of Success
  • Excellent execution of assigned tasks with minimal supervision
  • Daily, weekly, Quarterly objectives as agreed with the Clinical Director

How to apply

Please send your CV to hr@lighthousehealthcare.co.ke with the role you’re applying for as the subject. Include your name, email, phone number and cover letter