Stress Counsellor Consultant (Remote, 36 months)

About the role

UNICEF Ukraine is seeking an experienced Stress Counsellor to provide confidential, demand‑based psychosocial support to its staff on a remote basis. The 36‑month consultancy will help staff cope with the psychological impact of ongoing hostilities, displacement, and security‑related stress.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver short‑term individual counselling sessions to UNICEF personnel via secure virtual platforms.
• Provide crisis support and de‑briefing after critical incidents or acute stress events.
• Design and facilitate structured wellbeing workshops and preventive interventions.
• Coordinate closely with the National Staff Counsellor to ensure continuity of care and appropriate referrals.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and cultural sensitivity in all interactions.

Required profile

• Qualified mental‑health professional (e.g., psychologist, counsellor) with proven experience in trauma‑informed counselling.
• Demonstrated experience supporting staff in humanitarian or high‑stress environments.
• Ability to work remotely and manage demand‑based workload.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Ukrainian is an advantage.

Required skills

• Clinical counselling and crisis intervention.
• Trauma‑informed care methodologies.
• Delivery of virtual counselling sessions.
• Strong understanding of confidentiality and data protection standards.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity.

What we offer

• 36‑month contract with flexible, demand‑driven scheduling.
• Remote work from home.
• Opportunity to support UNICEF staff during a prolonged emergency.
• Competitive remuneration package.