Counselor

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. HTS (HIV testing service) & Linkages • Conduct HTS counselling according to LPK guidelines and protocols - including HIV group counselling, Mobile HTS whenever applicable. • Facilitate linkage to ART with proper referral process and follow-up for service confirmation of newly diagnosed HIV (+) cases. • Conduct counselling sessions with LPK methods and tools – including HTS, ART adherence counselling, psychological support, use of IEC materials, Pamphlets, and visual aids (flipcharts) whenever appropriate. • Collaborate with other colleagues (Medical Officer, Online team and Outreach team) internally as necessary. • Provide HTS Pre-test counselling to support clients to make a voluntary decision after being wellinformed. • Identify index clients and facilitate the Index Testing by following the LPK procedures. • Deliver proper post-test counselling for containing emotions of HIV diagnosed cases and support Linkage to ART (educate positive living, Pre ART, and sustain adherence). 2. Linkage to PrEP • Provide PrEP information as one of the HIV prevention supports to all eligible clients who are sharing certain risk behaviours in the community. • Provide Pre-PrEP screening (substantial risk assessment) during HTS Pre-test counseling services and proceed with referral for PrEP initiation if client shows interest. • Provide clients with a good concept of who should get PrEP prevention and a good understanding of the meaning of discontinuation after prior informed consent to LPK. • Conduct PrEP counselling according to LPK guidelines and protocols whenever applicable. • Conduct to accomplish the PrEP cascade. 3. Sexual and Reproductive Health Counselling • Offer Comprehensive Sexual Health Education (CSE) such as information on safe sex practices, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and available contraceptives. • Guide and support clients in family planning decisions by providing client-centred care and by respecting their reproductive health rights. • Provide immediate and ongoing psychosocial support for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) and ensure that the survivors are being referred to specialised service providers for legal assistance, medical care, and long-term counselling, creating a seamless and holistic support network. 4. Mental Health Counselling • Deliver MHPSS screening to clients with a standard checklist to clients who are suspected of Mental health-related complaints. • Provide specific mental health intervention that is practised in LPK as per the result of screening and/or next level referral in need of MHPSS counseling to distressed and anxious people who are also living with HIV. 5. TG-Specific Hormone Counseling (Gender-Affirming Care) • Screen the Transgender clients for Gender Dysphoria and its impacts on their daily lives. • Provide accurate, up-to-date, and evidence-based information and education to transgender individuals regarding safe and healthy use of hormone medication. • Emphasize the dangers of over-the-counter drugs which are not recommended for the gender affirming and highlight the importance of medical supervision. 6. Other Duties • Actively participate in the programs implemented by Lan Pya Kyel. • Record daily forms and documents and prepare reports on time. • Support the LPK Online Team and Outreach Team as needed.

Please submit your CV to: hr@lanpyakyel.org