Join Open Briefing as a Remote Psychologist or Counsellor Consultant

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Join Open Briefing as a Remote Psychologist or Counsellor Consultant

Join Open Briefing as a Remote Psychologist or Counsellor Consultant. Open Briefing is seeking experienced U.S.-registered psychologists and counsellors for a fully remote, flexible consultancy role focused on supporting global activists and nonprofit workers. This freelance opportunity pays £100/hour and includes professional development and wellbeing benefits.

Background & Job Description

Open Briefing is a mission-driven nonprofit working at the intersection of social justice, human rights, and environmental sustainability. With a unique model that merges pro bono support for activists with consultancy services for global nonprofits and foundations, Open Briefing strengthens physical safety, digital resilience, and psychological wellbeing across civil society.

In response to a 66% surge in demand, the organization has scaled its operations significantly. Open Briefing now manages over 575 support cases annually across 100 countries. Their holistic approach includes more than 6,000 hours of mentoring, hundreds of security workshops, and a strong emphasis on wellbeing and mental health.

To meet growing needs in the United States, Open Briefing is expanding its team and hiring U.S.-based psychologists and counsellors on a freelance basis. These professionals will help build psychological resilience and offer tailored wellbeing support to activists, human rights defenders, and nonprofit teams operating under stress or threat.

This consultancy offers the flexibility of remote work, the fulfillment of supporting global social change, and an attractive compensation of £100 per hour. Consultants will become part of a diverse, purpose-driven international team delivering impact at scale.

Tasks

Consultants will provide expert psychological support, advice, and tools to strengthen individual and organizational resilience. Responsibilities include:

Mental Health & Wellbeing Services

Conducting wellbeing and psychosocial needs assessments for referred activists and nonprofit workers
Delivering remote counselling sessions, including Psychological First Aid
Offering individual guidance through personalized wellbeing and resilience plans

Group Work & Training

Facilitating online group sessions and webinars focused on wellbeing management and stress reduction strategies
Leading training on topics like digital wellbeing, burnout prevention, and collective care

Organisational Consultancy

Advising nonprofit clients on staff care strategies and organizational wellbeing practices
Supporting development of tailored policies and protocols that promote mental health and prevent burnout

Collaborative Engagement

Coordinating with Open Briefing’s internal teams to ensure timely support
Participating in planning, case reviews, and knowledge-sharing sessions with fellow consultants

Qualifications

Education and Certification

Must be a licensed, accredited, and insured mental health professional authorized to practice in the United States
Certification must align with U.S. regulations and include current registration with a professional body
Familiarity with professional data protection standards is essential

Experience

Minimum of several years’ experience providing counselling, therapy, or psychological support
Prior work with nonprofit organizations, activists, or rights-based missions is highly desirable
Must demonstrate availability for new assignments within 2-3 business days
Candidates should be comfortable working with clients from racially, culturally, and politically diverse backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

Registration in California or in a PSYPACT-participating state is advantageous
Additional language proficiency (especially Spanish) is preferred
Experience in digital wellbeing, collective care, or trauma-informed practices is a plus

Additional Information

This is a freelance, home-based consultancy role suitable for professionals seeking flexible, purpose-driven work. The expected hourly rate is £100, with monthly hours based on consultant availability and client demand.

Open Briefing offers:

Full onboarding and ongoing support
Continuous professional development
Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme and coaching
Inclusion in a collaborative, neuroinclusive, and trauma-aware team culture

Candidates must secure or maintain professional indemnity insurance that covers international remote work.

Please note: This opportunity is not open to individuals in full-time employment or those actively seeking full-time roles. Candidates are encouraged to apply early as interviews are held on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.