Project Coordinator cum Counsellor
Committed Communities Development Trust (CCDT) is hiring a Project Coordinator cum Counsellor for its Ashray department in Bandra. This role requires an MSW or Master's in Psychology/Counselling with 3–5 years of experience in child protection or HIV/AIDS support. Responsibilities include managing a Child Care Institute, providing psychosocial therapy, and liaising with government agencies. Apply at jobs@ccdtrust.org.
7/2/20262 min read
Career Opportunity: Become a Project Coordinator cum Counsellor at Committed Communities Development Trust (CCDT)
Are you a passionate social work or mental health professional looking to make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable children? Committed Communities Development Trust (CCDT), an organization with over 35 years of excellence in community development, is currently hiring for a vital role within its team.
There is an immediate opening for a Project Coordinator cum Counsellor under the Ashray department, based in Bandra. If you have a background in child protection, counseling, or HIV/AIDS support, this could be the perfect next step for your career.
Job Overview: Project Coordinator cum Counsellor
This unique dual role combines high-level administrative coordination with deeply impactful, hands-on psychosocial counseling. The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a Child Care Institute while directly supporting the mental and emotional well-being of the children in residence.
Key Details at a Glance
Organization: Committed Communities Development Trust (CCDT)
Department: Ashray
Position: Project Coordinator cum Counsellor
Location: Bandra, Mumbai
Number of Openings: 1
Eligibility Criteria
CCDT is looking for dedicated professionals who possess the right blend of educational qualifications and field experience to handle complex child welfare cases.
Educational Qualification: A Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW), Psychology, Counselling, or a closely related field.
Experience Required: A minimum of 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in fields such as HIV/AIDS support, child protection, counseling, or working directly within Child Care Institutions.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Project Coordinator cum Counsellor will balance administrative management with therapeutic care. Key responsibilities include:
1. Operational & Team Coordination
Overseeing and supervising the overall day-to-day activities and functioning of the Child Care Institute.
Managing the internal team, planning staff duties, and preparing monthly work plans, reports, and comprehensive project documentation.
Monitoring project implementation to ensure all organizational objectives are successfully met.
2. Psychosocial Support & Mental Health Care
Providing individual and group counseling sessions, psychological assessments, and emotional support to children, particularly those living with HIV or dealing with crises.
Conducting life skills, resilience-building, and mental health promotion sessions.
Helping children navigate and cope with trauma, stigma, grief, anxiety, and other emotional challenges.
Creating and updating Individual Care Plans (ICPs) and child case files.
3. Liaison & Regulatory Compliance
Ensuring the institute strictly complies with the Juvenile Justice (JJ) Act and standard Child Care Institution regulations.
Coordinating closely with government stakeholders and statutory bodies, including the Child Welfare Committee (CWC), District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), and the Department of Women and Child Development (DWCD).
Working in tandem with ART Centres, ICTCs, hospitals, DAPCU, and healthcare providers to monitor medical appointments, routine check-ups, and ART adherence.
Facilitating access to crucial government schemes and entitlements for the children.
Why Join CCDT?
With over three decades of institutional excellence, CCDT offers a collaborative, value-driven environment where your work directly translates to transformed lives. This role provides an excellent opportunity to expand your expertise in healthcare networking, government liaisoning, and trauma-informed child counseling.
How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria and want to contribute to a noble cause, CCDT wants to hear from you.
📩 Application Process: Interested candidates can forward their updated resumes directly to jobs@ccdtrust.org.
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