Apply by 26th March 24
Sangath (www.sangath.in) is one of India's leading mental health research non-profit organizations. It was founded in 1996 with its headquarters in Goa; major hubs in Delhi and Bhopal, and programme sites in many parts of the country. Sangath's mission and expertise lie in developing and evaluating mental health interventions to be delivered through existing public systems. Its major thematic areas are: Child development and disability; adolescent health; mental disorders; and ageing. Sangath was awarded the prestigious MacArthur Foundation International Prize for Creative and Effective Institutions in 2008 and the WHO Public Health Champions Award for India in 2016. It has completed a number of randomized controlled trials for mental disorders in India, including the only two autism trials in the country.
Number of posts: 5 Nos
Project: Neurodevelopment and AutisM in South ASia Treatment and Evidence (NAMASTE)
Location: Sangath, Goa.
About the Program:
Neurodevelopment and AutisM in South ASia Treatment and Evidence (NAMASTE) is an exciting new program which will be implemented by Sangath, an Indian not-for–profit working in the field of public health research for over 25 years. NAMASTE will aim to design and implement a flexible evidenced pathway towards universal health coverage for children with Autism, through a programme of research, training and capacity building across India, Sri Lanka and Nepal.
NAMASTE is the result of a 10-year collaboration between Sangath and the University of Manchester that has carefully adapted the 'Parent-mediated Autism Social Communication Intervention for non-Specialists Plus (PASS Plus), which has shown real-world effectiveness in two initial randomized trials, with large-scale evaluation now within the New Delhi health system. NAMASTE will leverage Sangath's extensive experience with digital training and supervision, which can support both health workers and researchers.
NAMASTE will also be collaborating with the World Health Organization's 'Caregiver Skills Training' (CST) for more general neuro-disability. Care pathway components will include a novel, flexibly staged, digitally enabled, detection protocol (for neurodevelopmental difficulties and autism); combined with a complimentary and evidenced intervention protocol consisting of CST training for general delays and the PASS Plus intervention for autism. In each region and at each stage, community partners and co-applicants will help co-design awareness materials and advise on tool and protocol development.
Responsibilities:
Undertake comprehensive training to achieve competency in delivering evidence-based interventions.
Deliver the intervention to assigned families in the community, adhering to established guidelines and protocols.
Provide support to non-specialist workers in delivering the intervention sessions.
Coordinate and conduct sensitization activities in the community as required for the project.
Raise awareness and understanding about neurodevelopmental disorders and the interventions among community members.
Participate actively in the review process of translated intervention materials, ensuring accuracy and cultural appropriateness.
Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records for supervision, research, and reporting purposes.
Work collaboratively with other Sangath administrative personnel to ensure smooth project operations.
Engage in continuous professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
Adhere to ethical standards and ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.
Report to the Programme Coordinator of the project, providing regular updates on progress, challenges, and achievements.
Participate in other Sangath activities and meetings as required.
Duration: Minimum 2 years; extendable upon performance.
Essential:
Graduate in any discipline.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Fluency with local languages (Marathi, Konkani, and Hindi) – both written and spoken.
Computer literate.
Willing to independently travel to North Goa District for field work.
Desirable:
Experience of working with young children.
Ability to ride a 2-wheeler (with a valid license).
Remuneration: Between 1.80 to 2.00 Lacs annual CTC.
Walk-in Interview: Please visit with your CV with the subject line on the top of CV "Application for the post of Community Facilitator_Goa" to Goa Office. Details are below:
Date: 26th March 2024
Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Office Address: House No.451(168), Bhatkar Waddo, Socorro, Porvorim, Bardez, Goa-403501
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