Full Time Social Worker (T5 & Akkar)

The Full-time Social Worker will be responsible for supporting PHC staff, and meeting the unique needs of each beneficiary in the targeted areas.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Guide patients and provide them with the needed information on existing services at the supported PHC
• Establish a good communication network with the different actors in the area of intervention to facilitate the implementation of project activities
• Identify vulnerable individuals and provide them with the best opportunity to connect to care services
• Conduct a full assessment of beneficiaries’ needs, including mental health needs
• Collaborate with the mental health team on the development and implementation of beneficiaries’ care plan
• Provide needed assistance to the targeted beneficiaries and make necessary and timely referrals to specialized health care services whenever needed, respecting confidentiality and the beneficiary’s right.
• Effectively support persons in crisis
• Follow up with patients to ensure their access to the right services
• Provide awareness sessions on several topics, such as, but not limited to, non-communicable diseases, IYCF, and waterborne diseases and hygiene
• Support the PHC with data entry
• Monitor the implementation of the project activities at the supported PHC and report problems, challenges and issues to the Health Officer
• Hold a monthly meeting with the Health Officer to follow up on the beneficiaries’ status
• Ensure timely reporting of the activities to the Health Officer
• Perform other duties as required or assigned
• Knowledge of/willingness to build capacity and knowledge in mental health in complex emergencies is a plus (IASC guidelines, Psychological Fird Aid, mhGAP…)

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adhere to ethical considerations and principles with regard to work with vulnerable populations.
• Self-motivated and initiative taker. 
• Good report writing skills.
• Ability to communicate with vulnerable populations.
• Dynamic personality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet use.
• Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English; French is a plus.

Experience:

• 2-3 years of work experience.
• Previous experience in NGO and humanitarian field is an advantage.
• Previous experience in working with children and vulnerable populations is an advantage.

Working Conditions

• Stationed at the PHC, with visits to IOCC office when needed.