Mental Health professionals

Company Description Lavamozu Health is a digital healthcare marketplace that connects people in Nigeria with verified, licensed healthcare professionals for care at home, in clinics, and online. The platform works with nurses, doctors, mental health specialists, physiotherapists, midwives, nutritionists, and other practitioners who are all verified against the appropriate Nigerian regulatory bodies before offering services. Lavamozu Health also partners with verified pharmacies for medication ordering and delivery, and provides clinics and facilities with digital tools to manage patients, appointments, and records. The organization’s mission is to make access to trustworthy, dignified healthcare simple and secure for every Nigerian, with protected payments and transparent booking. Lavamozu Health is launching nationwide across Nigeria, with a technology architecture designed for regional expansion as it grows.
Role Description This full-time hybrid role for Mental Health Professionals is based in Lagos, with a mix of in-person and work-from-home responsibilities. The professional will provide evidence-informed mental health care to clients through assessments, diagnosis (where applicable within scope of practice), and ongoing therapeutic interventions in clinic, at home, or via telehealth. Day-to-day tasks include developing and implementing care plans, offering individual and family counseling, coordinating case management with other healthcare providers, and documenting sessions and progress in digital health records. The role also involves conducting crisis intervention when needed, maintaining ethical standards and confidentiality, and contributing to the continuous improvement of mental health services offered on the Lavamozu Health platform. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, participation in training or supervision, and providing psychoeducation to clients and families are key aspects of this position.
Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Mental Health Care and Mental Health, including assessment, treatment planning, and ongoing client support.
• Academic and practical background in Psychology, with the ability to apply psychological principles in therapeutic settings.
• Experience in Case Management, including coordinating services, monitoring progress, and advocating for client needs.
• Capability in Crisis Intervention, including risk assessment, de-escalation, and safe referral or follow-up planning.
• Relevant professional licensure or certification in Nigeria (e.g., clinical psychologist, psychiatrist, psychiatric nurse, counselor, social worker) and good standing with appropriate regulatory bodies.
• Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and ability to build trust with diverse clients and families.
• Comfort using digital tools and telehealth platforms for documentation, communication, and service delivery.
• Prior experience in community mental health, hospital, or clinic settings is beneficial; fluency in English and at least one widely spoken Nigerian language is an advantage.

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