Social worker

Key Responsibilities:

; Identify and assess communities to be engaged in the PSS activities.

Identify and Receive children and parents from the Learning support centers, schools NGOs and other stakeholders.

Plan monthly and daily activities and share the work progress periodically.

Prepare and conduct PSS activities (individual, groups) in line with global and national inter-agency SOPs/standards such as emotional support groups, facilitate focus group discussions and develop both of the knowledge and skills of children, as well as children out of school or at risk of dropout.

Prepare session materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.

Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.

Provide children with special needs with the needed support.

Supervise and treat children with dignity and respect.

Create a safe space where participants can voice their opinions, thoughts and emotions, share experiences and brainstorm on solutions in a confidential and respectful manner.

Actively refer cases when necessary from community-based protection activities to focused PSS , education or other services.

Maintain positive relations with the center team local implementing actors, local authorities and other international and local stakeholders;

Maintain regular contact with teachers, center supervisors, animators and area focal points.

Ensure children’s safety and Protection

Identify cases in need of referral to specialized services.

Identify and refer children in need of tailored support to the appropriate institutions/service providers (health services, other NFE program, FPSS services…)

Ensure that the provided materials are properly used, kept and cleaned;

Ensure that all children and adolescents in PSS activities are referred to education or other services.

Qualifications:

Degree in a social development related field, (psychology, sociology, social sciences/humanities, specialized education or social animation) is preferable.

Candidates must have skills in working with people of all ages and social groups;

Strong interpersonal skills and a sense of responsibility

High integrity in social interactions

Preference to candidate with field experience inside the camp he is assigned to work in.

Excellent communication, reporting, and pro-active negotiation skills.

Skilled at working with local communities and authorities

Understanding of policies concerning Child Protection.

Knowledge of the psychosocial guidelines and approaches related to emergency context (MHPSS IASC guidelines, PFA principles, etc.).

Familiar with core principles of Children Rights, Participation, Do No Harm, INFE minimum standards, Community and Family Support as well as Children in Emergencies minimum standards.

One year experience in a similar related job.

Must be computer literate, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Salary Range: 300 $ (Seven hours per day /5 days per week)

Personal Skills:

Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to deliver information to different age groups.

Excellent team player.

Able to work under stress.

Enthusiastic and looks for continuous self-development.

Planning and organizing skills

Job Procedures:

Shortlisted Candidates will be invited for a Technical Test & interview conducted in English.

Priority will be given to fully qualified registered Palestinian refugees’ candidates.

Only the top 05- ranked-candidates in the technical test will be invited for the interview.

The deadline to apply for the vacant position is 16 October 2023 at 10 a.m

Application Guidelines: Please submit your resume: [email protected]

Mention the area in the Name of the announcement of your email

Applicants for this position should not have any type of contracts with UNRWA.