Counsellor (Victim Support)

Project Name: - -“Koottu” Counselling centers - Victim Assistance (CSA)

(Joint initiative of Social Policing Directorate / CCSE and Association for Voluntary Action- BBA)

The project is dedicated to preventing online crime, maintaining a zero tolerance policy towards Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Material (CSEAM), which is classified as a crime under the POCSO Act. It addresses crimes against children and aims to provide support to survivors through psychosocial assistance, legal aid, rehabilitation, and the pursuit of justice. Additionally, the program will emphasize digital safety, de-addiction, and awareness initiatives.

Position: Counselors (Victim Support) for the "Koottu Counseling Centers" located in the Malappuram districts.

Location: Malappuram districts, Kerala,

Project Period: two years (Ongoing)

Position Duration: 1year contract

Candidates: Female candidate are given preference.

Last day of submission of Application:

Job Overview

∙ We are looking for qualified and highly motivated individuals to join our team, where they can engage, learn, develop, and contribute to the best of their abilities. ∙ We invite interested candidates to work in the area of preventing online crime, with a zero tolerance policy towards child pornography (CSEAM) and crimes against children. ∙ Ensure the comprehensive implementation of the project plan within the police district. ∙ Have knowledge in Internet de-addiction counseling.

∙ Possess experience of counseling techniques and therapeutically skill for individuals who have been survivors of child sexual abuse (CSA) and their families, including crisis intervention and case management skills.

∙ Ensure rehabilitation, including timely compensation, connections to social security schemes, education, and skill enhancement for child survivors

∙ Conduct advocacy efforts while also offering suitable service referrals. ∙ Ensure legal support and representation for child victims of CSA to facilitate their access to justice.

∙ Support the police department and other stakeholders in addressing cases, ensuring timely completion of procedures, and following child-friendly processes throughout. ∙ Provide training and raise awareness among various stakeholders regarding child friendly processes.

∙ Conduct research and case studies on various aspects of child sexual abuse (CSA). ∙ Complete and maintain records that document the services provided.

∙ Oversee the collection of data and the preparation of project/progress reports according to the established schedule.

∙ Conduct weekly, fortnightly, or monthly meetings with the team, seeking and applying their input for effective program implementation.

∙ Report and coordinate with the ADNO and project coordinator.

∙ Will encompass significant travel associated with case management to various locations, including residences, police stations, courts, schools, and office visits, necessitating the use of public transportation and appropriate two-wheeled vehicles.

∙ Support the state team in planning programs by AVA, such as programs and the follow up on rehabilitation of rescued children.

Responsibilities and Duties

∙ To provide counseling to individuals and families

∙ To facilitate the rehabilitation plan (ICP) including Victim compensation. ∙ Facilitate Legal Aid and support VLOs in police station and during court visits ∙ Conduct Home visits and community out reach

∙ Develop Convergence, and Conduct training

∙ Conduct awareness programs on digital safety, CSA and adolescents health. ∙ Coordinate with the ADNO and project coordinator in assigned programs. ∙ Participated in AVA activities and duties assigned time to time

Education:

∙ A post graduate in social work, law, Psychology / Social science or related fields from a recognized university and preferred

✔ Social science- Post-graduate degree with specialization in Counselling, child protection, Rehabilitation and other welfare or behavioral-related

✔ Candidates with LLB as additional qualification shall be given preference

Experience

✔ Minimum 1 to 2 years of Work Experience (Counseling preferably with children or on child Protection area).

✔ Candidate worked in child protection will be given added advantage. Specific skills.

✔ Proficiency in language: Regional Language mandate (Malayalam) and English with both written and spoken skills.

✔ Willingness to perform extensive field work

✔ Essential - Two wheeler with Driving license