Part-time Psychologist

Vacancy Announcement

Part-time Psychologist

 

Hagar is an international non-governmental organization on a mission to restore life and dignity for survivors of human trafficking, slavery and abuse. Our global programs are led by skilled local teams and implementing partners in the Asia-Pacific region.  

Hagar International in Vietnam established its representative office in Hanoi in 2009. We provide a range of support services for individuals affected by human trafficking, violence, and abuse, tailored to their needs and grounded in a trauma-sensitive approach to healing and recovery. In addition to offering comprehensive support to individuals, Hagar implements community projects to replicate its support model, strengthen the capacity of local authorities and related organizations, and prevent the risks of trauma caused by violence, abuse, and human trafficking. 

50 million people around the world are victims of human trafficking and modern slavery. The trauma of exploitation and abuse can have lasting and devastating impacts on survivors. Hagar’s work is rooted in the belief that every individual deserves freedom, dignity and a life free of exploitation. At Hagar, we are committed to walking the whole journey of restoration alongside survivors of human trafficking, slavery and abuse. From the moment an individual enters our care, we use a trauma-informed care approach to assess their needs, provide intensive services, and rebuild trust and resilience.  

Survivor Care: Hagar supports thousands of people, including youth with holistic, trauma-informed care. This includes counselling, case management, medical care, family reunification services, legal aid, livelihood, vocational training and much more. Our Survivor Care programs use a trauma-informed approach, keeping the whole person front and central and addressing each individual’s unique needs. The effects of trauma often run deep. That’s why Hagar provides long-term, empowering care. This commitment transforms the lives of survivors, their families, and their communities. 

Prevention: We train and equip survivors, family members, community leaders and government representatives to know the signs of exploitation and stop abuse before it starts. Traffickers often target impoverished rural communities where they coerce and manipulate women and children into exploitation and abuse. By equipping local leaders, survivors, and their families with the knowledge and tools to fight exploitation, we help prevent trafficking and abuse from happening at all. We invest in economic empowerment and income generation opportunities for survivors and their families to reduce vulnerability to abuse and exploitation. Education is key to prevention. Through widespread prevention campaigns, Hagar educates vulnerable people to avoid abuse, human trafficking and exploitation. 

Strengthening Systems: Hagar works with survivor leaders, local communities, and global partners to keep communities free and safe from trafficking and exploitation. Our frontline programs are led by local leaders who know their culture and context. We work with survivors to evaluate and implement best practice programs and creates pathways for survivor leadership and to influence and change policies to protect women and children. 

With its trauma-informed care (TIC) approach, Hagar works intensively with individuals suffering from the trauma of human trafficking, slavery and abuse to heal trauma. At the program and project level, Hagar ensures survivors have access to high quality, culturally appropriate trauma-informed services. At the systemic level, Hagar advocates bringing an end to the practices of slavery, trafficking and abuse.  

 

Hagar Vietnam invites applications from interested and experienced Vietnamese candidates for the following position.

 

Position: Part-time Psychologist

Start date: ASAP

 

Please see the attached link for the detail Job Description

Requirement of the position: 

Position Requirements		Essential or Preferable
Education	Master’s Degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Psychology Counselling or other Psychotherapy approach.	Required
Knowledge	In-depth knowledge and understanding about trauma, abuse/violence and mental health issue Advance knowledge and understanding in psychotherapy approaches Basic knowledge and understanding about human rights and gender-based violence In-depth knowledge of child psychology, particularly the psychological characteristics of children who have experienced trauma; ability to apply child-appropriate approaches, even in cases involving severe trauma or when working remotely via phone or internet Ability to establish a trusting relationship with traumatized clients, especially women and children Good case management and record keeping skills Ability to respect the need for confidentiality, especially for the high-risk situation of trafficked persons or domestic violence victims Ability to adapt to the changing needs of clients Detail oriented Ability to keep professional boundaries, code of ethics and address all personal issues, which may affect your work Must always possess a professional demeanour, including in high stress situations Willing to work as part of a team and independently as required Ability to work with diverse personalities, ethnicity, sexual orientation and abilities	Required
Language	Able to communicate in written and verbal English.	Preferred
Experience	At least 5 years’ experience in providing counseling and psychotherapy for children At least 2 years’ experience in participatory training method	Required
	At least 2 years of experience in working with traumatized women and children in psychology field (prefer)	Preferred
Personal Attributes	Alignment with Hagar’s values, vision and mission. Passion and willing to work with survivors of trauma. Passion and willing to work with people of low education or no literacy or having complex family and social background. Ability to maintain highest ethical standards. Honest and reliable. Ability to follow direction and work independently. Able to work in teams.	Required all

 

Hagar International in Vietnam is an equal opportunity organization. We strictly adhere to safeguarding policy and child protection practices. We will conduct background checks, including criminal record checks throughout the selection process where possible. Women and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application to Hagar International in Vietnam via email at [email protected]. The application should include:

1. Cover letter(clearly stating why you are the most suitable candidate for this position)
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Expected salary

The deadline for submission is June 16^th, 2025. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.