Synopsis:
This position is based at the KOSHISH Transit Home for women recovering from mental illness. The activities coordinator will plan and lead recreational activities for residents, join staff and residents in carrying out the home’s daily schedule, and assist with reporting, proposal writing, and researching the barriers facing women with mental illness in Nepali society.
Assignment Narrative:
KOSHISH is a leading mental health organization in Nepal. It is active in advocacy as well as in rescue, treatment and rehabilitation of women living with mental illnesses. The KOSHISH Transit Home provides a safe place for women experiencing mental illness to stay during their initial treatment and recovery period. Residents usually stay for several months, often with their young children. The Activities Coordinator will work closely with the Transit Home supervisor and staff team to promote recovery from mental illness and enhance the quality of life of Transit Home residents. The Activities Coordinator will also provide support to KOSHISH for English documentation and communication.
Duties:
1. Planning and leading daily recreational activity sessions for 10-15 women (this may include music, art, crafts, gardening, games, or other based on interest and skills).
2. Assisting staff and residents with following the home’s daily schedule of activities and chores.
3. Assisting KOSHISH with preparing English language reports and proposals and coaching staff on improving English language professional writing.
4. Conducting research on the barriers and challenges facing women living with mental illness in Nepal.
Location Description:
Kathmandu is a bustling city that enjoys a range of temperatures throughout the year, from cold winters to hot summers. The city enjoys good health facilities for routine health care. Bangkok or Delhi have good facilities for major health concerns. There are a number of Christian churches in Kathmandu, as well as the opportunity of small group involvement for Christian fellowship. Transportation by taxi is readily available and cars can be hired for longer trips. There is also an extensive bus system throughout the country, as well as numerous local and international flights from Kathmandu each week. Nepal is full of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, from trekking in the Himalayas to rafting in glacier-fed rivers.
Challenges:
Water and electricity are sometimes rationed when supply is low. Pollution levels are often high in the city. The risk of petty and personal property crime is similar to that of other large cities. Nepal has faced much political instability in recent years, and Kathmandu sees its share of political rallies, boycotts that temporarily shut down parts of the city, and occasional acts of violence. During these times, it may be necessary to avoid travel and work from home.
This position is based at the KOSHISH Transit Home for women recovering from mental illness. The activities coordinator will plan and lead recreational activities for residents, join staff and residents in carrying out the home’s daily schedule, and assist with reporting, proposal writing, and researching the barriers facing women with mental illness in Nepali society.
Assignment Narrative:
KOSHISH is a leading mental health organization in Nepal. It is active in advocacy as well as in rescue, treatment and rehabilitation of women living with mental illnesses. The KOSHISH Transit Home provides a safe place for women experiencing mental illness to stay during their initial treatment and recovery period. Residents usually stay for several months, often with their young children. The Activities Coordinator will work closely with the Transit Home supervisor and staff team to promote recovery from mental illness and enhance the quality of life of Transit Home residents. The Activities Coordinator will also provide support to KOSHISH for English documentation and communication.
Duties:
1. Planning and leading daily recreational activity sessions for 10-15 women (this may include music, art, crafts, gardening, games, or other based on interest and skills).
2. Assisting staff and residents with following the home’s daily schedule of activities and chores.
3. Assisting KOSHISH with preparing English language reports and proposals and coaching staff on improving English language professional writing.
4. Conducting research on the barriers and challenges facing women living with mental illness in Nepal.
Location Description:
Kathmandu is a bustling city that enjoys a range of temperatures throughout the year, from cold winters to hot summers. The city enjoys good health facilities for routine health care. Bangkok or Delhi have good facilities for major health concerns. There are a number of Christian churches in Kathmandu, as well as the opportunity of small group involvement for Christian fellowship. Transportation by taxi is readily available and cars can be hired for longer trips. There is also an extensive bus system throughout the country, as well as numerous local and international flights from Kathmandu each week. Nepal is full of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, from trekking in the Himalayas to rafting in glacier-fed rivers.
Challenges:
Water and electricity are sometimes rationed when supply is low. Pollution levels are often high in the city. The risk of petty and personal property crime is similar to that of other large cities. Nepal has faced much political instability in recent years, and Kathmandu sees its share of political rallies, boycotts that temporarily shut down parts of the city, and occasional acts of violence. During these times, it may be necessary to avoid travel and work from home.
