Psychiatric Mentor

About the assignment

  • Country
  • Assignment type
    In Country
  • Partner Organisation
    Jaringan Peduli Masyarakat
  • Duration
    6 months
  • Proposed start date
    27 October 2025
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Closes 11 June 2025

Jaringan Peduli Masyarakat (JPM) is looking for a Psychiatric Mentor who can live and volunteer for six months in Kupang, Indonesia.



  • JPM has planned for a mental health project in Kupang and the volunteer will focus on providing supports and advice on the implementation of the project.
  • To be considered for this role, you’ll need a qualification in mental health and/or experience in designing, implementing, and reviewing mental health program
  • You will be working alongside the villages' health volunteers, health staff at district health centers and JPM's staff.

About the Partner Organisation 

Yayasan Jaringan Peduli Masyarakat (JPM) is a local NGO based in Kupang, Nusa Tenggara Timur. The organisation's main projects are in child health, community health, education, agriculture and empowerment of people with disabilities. JPM is implementing projects in Kupang, Timur Tengah Selatan and Timur Tengah Utara districts.   


About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.

Allowance

We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance. Learn more here

AUD$ 1111 per month.   

Find out more about in-country allowances.

Requirements

  • All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV). 
  • A National Police Check must be completed during the application process.  
  • A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.  

Additional requirements include a First Aid Certificate

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