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Licensed Mental Health Specialists

As a mental health officer for MSF, you may work with people suffering from post-traumatic stress related to a conflict situation, with victims of sexual violence, or with people living with HIV/AIDS. In addition, you could be asked develop a program and to train local mental health workers.

What is it like in the field? Read these accounts:
Psychologist Allison Male
Pakistan
November 2005
Social Worker Marise Denault
Pakistan
October 2005
Psychologist Fabienne de Leval
Indonesia
June 2005
Psychotherapist Erika Seid
DR Congo
April 2005
Field Staff Benefits
  • Monthly salary
  • Local per diem
  • Round-trip transportation
  • In-country room & board
  • Medical & life insurance
  • Emergency evacuation insurance
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