




If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, we have the opportunity for you! Reporting to the Program Director, the psychologist is responsible for providing direct therapeutic services to recently returned Mexican minors and young adults, as well as youth (ages 14 to 24) of any nationality with recognized refugee status, including individual, group, and family therapy. Administers assessments and coordinates services to ensure high-quality clinical care in beneficiaries' places of residence. Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services (LIRS), is a nonprofit organization serving those seeking safety, support, and inclusion in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. Our work also extends to Guatemala and Mexico, where we provide training and community reintegration for returning youth. To date, we have served over 800,000 people from around the world. Our comprehensive services are built on our extensive organizational experience, as well as partnerships with government, community, and faith-based entities. **Responsibilities / Duties:** * Provide direct therapeutic services to program participants as needed, including group work and family therapy. * Administer necessary mental and behavioral health assessments for program participants. * Coordinate services for each participant jointly with the social worker. * Participate in case consultations and provide clinical feedback regarding beneficiary treatment needs. * Assist, facilitate, and provide ongoing education and support services to the beneficiary's family. * Provide crisis intervention and guidance to beneficiaries and their families on healthy parenting styles, resilience, and conflict resolution skills. * Develop and deliver courses and workshops to both family groups and sector colleagues, according to partner requests. * Comply with laws and regulations regarding confidentiality of beneficiary information. * Apply knowledge of best practices in child well-being to protect all beneficiaries and mitigate risk factors whenever possible. * Maintain up-to-date documentation of all clinical activities in accordance with internal program policies. * Maintain current and practical knowledge of international child protection policies and standard operating procedures. * Meet regularly with the Program Director to consult on cases, review case plan decisions, and assess program participant progress. * Attend meetings with program partners and/or counterparts, and establish new relationships with relevant sector stakeholders. * Perform other duties as assigned. **Education / Experience** * Bachelor’s degree in general, clinical, or educational psychology (required) * Master’s degree in clinical psychology, family psychotherapy, or related field (preferred) * Proven experience providing clinical services to refugee and/or immigrant populations (preferred) * Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with returnees/refugees and unaccompanied minors * Knowledge of national legislation on Human Rights, General Law on the Rights of Children and Adolescents, Migration Code, among others. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Strong interpersonal communication and clinical, persuasive writing abilities * Strong clinical and crisis intervention skills * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to work under stress or in fast-paced and/or volatile environments, including crisis or high-risk situations * Excellent organizational and time management skills * Ability to work effectively in a team * Capacity to practice cultural sensitivity and work effectively with diverse and vulnerable populations * Awareness of legal and policy issues related to immigration and child well-being * Commitment to the mission and core values of Global Refuge and the ability to model these values in relationships with colleagues and partners * Commitment to empowering returnees/refugees and/or unaccompanied minors * Flexibility with work hours and responsibilities * Adequate computer skills to perform essential functions (Microsoft Office and any internal case management software) **Special Job Requirements:** * Availability to travel within Mexico up to 80% of the time * Must be willing and able to pass a criminal background and civil litigation check * Native Spanish speaker The job description is intended to convey the general content and requirements of this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. *The selected candidate will be hired through an Employer of Record (EOR), an entity responsible for employment and administrative obligations (payroll, benefits, social security, etc.). However, you will be part of our team and, in your daily work, will focus on the tasks and objectives of our organization.*


