The Center for Victims of Torture Jobs

Cambodian/Khmer Interpreter

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:15:38 -0700

Responsibilities:

Provide interpretation services to female international clients who are receiving therapy, social, and medical services. Interpretation is typically in a face-to-face setting, but there may be periodic need for phone interpretation or document translation. Interpretation services are provided on a part-time, as-needed basis in St. Paul. Hours vary, but typically interpreters will work between 4 to 6 hours per week.

Organization:

The Center for Victims of Torture works toward a future in which torture ceases to exist and its victims have hope for a new life. We are an international nonprofit dedicated to healing survivors of torture. We provide direct care for those who have been tortured, train partners around the world who can prevent and treat torture, and advocate for human rights and an end to torture. We are headquartered in Minnesota with offices in Africa and the Middle East.

Qualifications:

Applicant must possess excellent interpreting skills.
Fluency in Cambodian/Khmer and English.
Must be registered on the MN Department of Health Interpreter Registry.
Interpreting experience in the medical, mental health, or social services areas preferred.
Experience working in a confidential environment.
Interested in the advancement of human rights.
Must be able to work flexible hours between the hours of 9 am – 5 pm, Monday - Friday.

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Salary Range:$20 - $25 per hour
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Director of Washington Office

Mon, 07 May 2012 10:02:23 -0700

The Director of the Washington Office develops and implements the organization’s advocacy strategy in Washington with a primary focus on obtaining federal financial support for torture survivor rehabilitation centers in the US and abroad and addressing issues related to the use of torture and cruelty post-9/11 by the US. The position is based in DC and reports to the Director of Policy & Development.

Organization:
The Center for Victims of Torture works toward a future in which torture ceases to exist and its victims have hope for a new life. We are an international nonprofit dedicated to healing survivors of torture. We provide direct care for those who have been tortured, train partners around the world who can prevent and treat torture, and advocate for human rights and an end to torture. We are headquartered in Minnesota with offices in Africa, the Middle East and Washington DC.

Responsibilities:

Develop advocacy strategy for Washington DC-based priorities. Engage CVT leaders and managers in policy strategies. Facilitate meetings of the CVT Public Policy team.
Secure support for Torture Victims Relief Act authorization and annual appropriations processes and other legislation affecting refugees and asylum seekers.
Inform Congress and the Administration (State Dept., USAID, Office of Refugee Resettlement, National Security Council) about the humanitarian and strategic value of supporting rehabilitation centers for torture survivors in the US and abroad.
Advocate for humane policies on US interrogation and detention issues in front of Congress, Dept of Defense, CIA and the National Security Council. Promote accountability for torture and cruelty committed by US personnel post-9/11.
Participate in formal and informal NGO coalitions, including Refugee Council USA, to advance policy positions.
Serve as an advisor on public policy to other torture survivor rehabilitation organizations within the US. Engage rehabilitation organizations in public policy and advocacy initiatives.

Qualifications:

Bachelors in Political Science or related field and 5 years of experience as a lobbyist, with a background in human rights or refugee rights highly desirable.
Superior interpersonal and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels and across the political spectrum.
Demonstrated success in managing relationships across branches of governement and between sectors.
Strong writing skills.
Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
Ability to work autonomously and take appropriate initiative in a work location remote from headquarters.
Experience interacting with foundations or individual donors desirable.
Computer skills, including experience with MS Office software, email and internet.
Commitment to and interest in human rights.

To Apply: Submit resume, cover letter and salary expectations by May 21, 2012

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Farsi Interpreter

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:55:42 -0700

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Organization:

Qualifications:

Applicant must possess excellent interpreting skills.
Fluency in Farsi and English.
Must be registered on the MN Department of Health Interpreter Registry.
Interpreting experience in the medical, mental health, or social services areas preferred.
Experience working in a confidential environment.
Interested in the advancement of human rights.
Must be able to work flexible hours between the hours of 9 am – 5 pm, Monday - Friday.

E-Verify/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Range:$20 - $25 per hour
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Karen Interpreter

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:17:45 -0700

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Organization:

Qualifications:

Applicant must possess excellent interpreting skills.
Fluency in Karen and English.
Must be registered on the MN Department of Health Interpreter Registry.
Interpreting experience in the medical, mental health, or social services areas preferred.
Experience working in a confidential environment.
Interested in the advancement of human rights.
Must be able to work flexible hours between the hours of 9 am – 5 pm, Monday - Friday.

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Salary Range:$20 - $25 per hour
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Psychotherapist and Trainer - Dadaab, Kenya

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 13:08:57 -0700

The Center for Victims of Torture is seeking Psychotherapist/Trainers to work in the Dadaab Refugee Camp in northern Kenya with refugees who have suffered torture and war trauma. The position will oversee psychological interventions, including individual and group therapy with adults and children who are survivors of torture, and provide training and supervision to psychosocial counselors. The position has a one-year renewable agreement. This is an unaccompanied post. The position will begin immediately.

Organization:

The Center for Victims of Torture provides rehabilitative support to survivors of torture and works for the prevention of torture worldwide. We work locally, nationally and internationally through programs that provide treatment services, training, research and advocacy that heal survivors and end the practice of torture.

Primary Responsibilities:

Clinical Management: Oversee psychosocial mental health interventions for refugee communities, in the form of individual counseling, group therapy, and community/large group trainings and activities.

Supervision and Training: Design and carry out training programs for local and refugee staff counselors – including ongoing training, mentoring, modeling and supervision. Continually assess development of counselors and adapt training to meet their needs.

Community Assessment: Mentor counselors to complete needs assessments in order to identify target populations and determine appropriate mental health interventions for people who have been tortured and/or traumatized by war.

Community Collaboration: Coordinate services with other organizations operating in the camps and provide training to these organizations to better address the needs of torture survivors in the community.

Reporting: Write and submit regular reports regarding clinical and training activities.

Participate as member of the program team to achieve program objectives.

Program/Project Evaluation: Participate in the implementation of program evaluation.

Qualifications:

Advanced degree in Psychology, Counseling or related field. Masters degree or equivalent required.
Extensive experience providing psychotherapy to individuals and groups.
Understanding of and experience implementing culturally appropriate mental health interventions, including individual, group and community-based approaches for people who have suffered torture and trauma. Experience with gender-based violence highly desirable.
Understanding of and experience developing curriculum and providing training for mental health counselors using adult experiential learning activities and training of trainers, and providing training on sensitization on the effects of trauma and war.
Experience working in developing countries. Experience working in the Horn of Africa and/or refugee camp setting preferred.
Experience supervising staff required. Experience supervising mental health counselors preferred.
Skilled at carrying out needs assessment and program evaluations.
Flexibility and adaptability to work in unpredictable, politically unstable, isolated environment, lacking in amenities.
Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to changing requirements and needs.
Skilled at working as a member of a team.

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefit package.

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Psychotherapist and Trainer - Jordan

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 13:32:23 -0700

The Center for Victims of Torture is seeking a Psychotherapist/Trainer to work with a program in Jordan addressing the mental health needs of Iraqi and Syrian refugees. The Psychotherapist/Trainer will oversee psychological interventions, including individual and group therapy with adults and children who are survivors of torture and provide training and supervision to staff counselors. The position is based in Amman, Jordan with regular travel to communities within several hours of the city. The position can be an accompanied post, and it has a one-year renewable agreement. The position will begin in early June, pending funding.

Organization:

Primary Responsibilities:

Training: Design and carryout training programs for local counselors – including on-going training, mentoring, modeling, and supervision. Continually assess development of counselors and adapt training to meet their needs.
Clinical Management: Manage day-to-day operations of the project to ensure program objectives are met.
Psychotherapy: Provide psychotherapy to individuals, families and groups impacted by torture, in order to model treatment methods.
Community Assessment: Carry out need assessments in local communities to determine appropriate mental health interventions for people who have been tortured and/or traumatized by war.
Reporting: Write and submit regular reports regarding clinical and training activities.
Program Evaluation: Participate in the implementation of a program evaluation.
Community Collaboration and Capacity-building: Provide training and coordination with other organizations to better address the needs of torture survivors.

Qualifications:

Advanced degree in Clinical Psychology or Counseling. Masters degree or equivalent required.
Fluency in English required. Fluency in Arabic preferred.
Extensive experience providing psychotherapy to adults, children, families and groups.
Understanding of and experience implementing culturally appropriate mental health interventions, including individual, group and community-based approaches for people who have suffered torture and trauma.
Understanding of and experience developing curriculum and providing training for mental health professionals using interactive methodologies. Experience providing training and sensitization on the effects of trauma and war.
International experience required. Experience working in the Middle East strongly preferred.
Experience supervising staff required. Experience supervising mental health counselors preferred.
Skilled at carrying out needs assessment and program evaluations.
Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to changing program requirements, client needs and political climate.
Skilled at working as a member of a team.

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefit package.

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Spanish Interpreter

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:58:11 -0700

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Organization:

Qualifications:

Applicant must possess excellent interpreting skills.
Fluency in Spanish and English.
Must be registered on the MN Department of Health Interpreter Registry.
Interpreting experience in the medical, mental health, or social services areas preferred.
Experience working in a confidential environment.
Interested in the advancement of human rights.
Must be able to work flexible hours between the hours of 9 am – 5 pm, Monday - Friday.

E-Verify/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Range:$20 - $25 per hour
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