Gender Based Violence Case Worker - Mreijeh
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Caritas Lebanon is committed to all Safeguarding Principles and will not tolerate any act in any shape or form of misuse regarding Child Safeguarding Policies and Sexual Exploitation Abuse or Harassment (SEA). All staff must understand that Caritas Lebanon will apply a zero-tolerance policy to SEA and any harassment of any type. Caritas Lebanon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Moreover, Caritas Lebanon will not share any personal data with anyone outside Caritas Lebanon whatsoever unless requested by Law. All applicants are strictly required to adhere to these standards. Therefore, the selected applicant shall be requested to provide additional information to conduct the needed background check.
In addition, Caritas Lebanon will reserve its rights not to hire any applicant who was previously reported for a SEA incident
Job Summary
The GBV caseworker is responsible for providing comprehensive case management services to GBV survivors. It involves assessing individual cases, developing action plans and offering emotional and psychological support to the survivors. Additionally, the case worker conducts safety planning, provides referrals for appropriate services and working closely with other service providers. This position requires maintaining confidentiality, sensitivity and survivor-centered-approach at all times.
MAJOR DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Operational Activities:
.Provide counseling for persons of concern, and individual case management for GBV survivors and provide ongoing support in accordance with all case management steps.
.Apply the SoPs for GBV management and ensure the correct documentation and compilation of Case Management forms in accordance with all case management steps and related tools and procedures.
.Ensure confidentiality of GBV case management data and information throughout
the case management process, including referrals.
.Ensure proper follow up on all actions to be considered for individual cases till achieving desired results.
.Report the critical cases for final approval on the actions to be taken.
.Respond to emergency cases that require urgent follow up.
.Communicate and coordinate with other caseworkers and service providers in order to advocate, collaborate and conduct (internal and external) referrals according to the survivors’ needs and consent.
.Ensure smooth collaboration with the PSS team.
.Prepare progress monthly reports on GBV cases and on referrals done and received.
.Properly update the case management tracking sheet and case management tools
.Participate in training, conferences and meetings.
.Coordinate with other partners/stakeholders in the regions to avoid duplication and provide better services.
.Regularly document cases using case notes and other agreed upon forms.
.Update databases /GBVIMS+ to ensure a comprehensive record of the case.
.Perform administrative and secretarial support functions.
Generic Duties:
.Follow Caritas Lebanon operational policy and procedures
.Respect the internal policies and procedures for example: dress code, attendance, discipline, etc.
.Complete schedules, activity planners, monitor staff availability and act against any shortfalls
.Resolve any staff issues and escalate any unresolved issue to the related manager
.Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Academic:
.Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Psychology or any relative field
Other Qualifications:
.Communication, writing, analytical and negotiation skills, problem solving
Additional Training:
.GBV Coaching Program with IRC is a plus
Related Work Experience:
.2 to 3 years of experience in related field
Language skills:
.English and Arabic
Computer Literacy:
.MS-Word / MS-Excel – Intermediate level
NOTE:
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- Lebanon
- Beirut