Markazi Girls High School
High School Education, Graduated
Jun 2008 – Jan 2020
Personal profile
Nigara
Psychosocial Counselor, VACANCY NUMBER KRO-AFG-337
Compassionate and dedicated Psychosocial Counselor with experience in providing individual and group psychosocial support, psychological first aid, active listening, and client-centered counseling. Skilled in psychosocial assessment, case management, referral, crisis support, psychoeducation, and follow-up. Strong ability to maintain confidentiality, build trust with clients, identify vulnerable cases, and work effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to promoting mental health, emotional well-being, dignity, and safe access to support services.
Career
Experience
MHPSS counselor · ORCD (Organization for Research Community Development)
Helmand
- Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group psychosocial counseling to clients experiencing stress, anxiety, grief, trauma, and other psychosocial difficulties.
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and identify clients’ needs, risks, and appropriate support services.
- Develop and implement individualized support plans based on clients’ needs and circumstances.
- Provide Psychological First Aid (PFA) and basic emotional support to people affected by crises and emergencies.
Psychosocial Counselor · ADA (Afghan Development Association)
Khandhar
- Responsibilities:
- Ensure confidentiality, informed consent, dignity, and respect throughout counseling services.
- Coordinate with health, protection, MHPSS, and community-based teams to ensure comprehensive support.
- Conduct community awareness sessions to promote positive mental health and reduce stigma.
- Monitor clients’ progress and provide appropriate follow-up and support.
- Prepare regular activity and counseling reports in accordance with organizational procedures.
Learning
Education
Bost Institute of Health science
Midwifery , Graduated
Apr 2020 – Jun 2022
Toolkit
Skills
- Psychosocial Counseling Active Listening Psychological First Aid (PFA) Psychosocial Assessment Individual & Group Counseling Case Management & Referral Stress & Anxiety Management Crisis Intervention Communication & Interpersonal Skills Confidentiality & Ethical Practice Client Follow-up Psychoeducation & Awareness Community Engagement Report Writing & Documentation Teamwork & Coordination
Languages
Languages
- Pashto Professional working proficiency
- Dari Full professional proficiency
- English Limited working proficiency
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Contact
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