Addiction Recovery Counselor-Cameroon

Spread the love of Jesus by helping Baka individuals and communities overcome addiction. Old and young alike have turned to alcohol and tramadol in search of something that would satisfy their hearts. Many try in vain to manage or conquer their addictions on their own. As an addiction recovery counselor, you will be impacting the Baka by introducing them to the freedom that only Christ can give.

The ideal candidate for this position will have addiction counseling experience and a desire to impact the lives of Baka individuals who are struggling in the area of addiction. You will work closely with other Baka team missionaries and national believers to provide individual counseling, group meetings and education regarding biblical addiction recovery.

Those in this position will engage with the Baka in their native language and will learn about their culture.

This position will require:

• Christian Maturity: Evidence Christ-like character and leadership competency; a humble, loving spirit and a listening heart are essential.
• Addictions Counseling Education and Experience: Training in a biblical method of addictions counseling and experience leading others through this method.
• Communication Skills: Ability to clearly communicate biblical truth and authentic Christian love toward those struggling with addiction.
• Language and Culture learning ability: Ability to learn French and Baka languages and Baka culture.

• Develop an addiction recovery counseling program in the Baka language while taking into account the unique challenges and cultural elements that impact addiction among the Baka.
• Meet regularly with addiction recovery groups and individuals.
• Engage and equip mature Baka leaders to carry out addiction recovery counseling among their own people.