Trauma Psychologist for Refugee Centers Part-Time

Bright Professionals; Woerden; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Bright Professionals seeks a Psychologist to support Ukrainian refugees at three reception locations in Woerden and Oudewater, the Netherlands. The role is 16 hours per week with on-site presence at all sites.

You will provide low-intensity, culturally sensitive psychological support to adults, conduct sessions, and refer to specialist services as needed. Proficiency in Ukrainian and Dutch or English (B1+) is required.

Qualifications

• Completed psychology degree at bachelor's level or higher.
• Demonstrable proficiency in Ukrainian.
• Dutch and/or English language skills at a minimum of B1 level.

Responsibilities

• Identifying young adult and adult residents who could benefit from psychological support, in consultation with the reception centre management and other care providers.
• Holding individual sessions to help residents cope with their circumstances and improve their psychological well-being.
• Referring residents to specialist services when their needs require more complex or specialised care.
• Offering drop-in consultations and scheduled appointments.
• Providing psychoeducation and practical strategies for managing stress and trauma.
• Developing an individual Plan of Action (PoA) with clear goals and agreed expectations regarding the duration of support.
• Identifying additional support needs and advising on appropriate follow-up care where necessary.

Skills

Empathy

Proactive

Collaborative

Ukrainian language

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology

Job description

Bright Professionals seeks a Psychologist to support Ukrainian refugees at three reception locations in Woerden and Oudewater, the Netherlands. The role is 16 hours per week with on-site presence at all sites.

You will provide low-intensity, culturally sensitive psychological support to adults, conduct sessions, and refer to specialist services as needed. Proficiency in Ukrainian and Dutch or English (B1+) is required.