Social worker

Position objective:

The social worker is responsible for working within communities, conducting outreach visits and coordinating with local stakeholders. He/She will be working closely with youth, children and adolescents, and will conduct, lead and supervise psychosocial support activities that will be based in a safe space center.

The social worker position is based in Beirut with frequent visits to bekaa and South

Reporting: 

• The Social worker will report to the Project coordinator.
• He/ She will work closely with the Project coordinator, and Dawaer team.

Duties:

• Support youth in Identifying vulnerable individuals by conducting site visits
• Maintain history records for home visits.
• Maintain client confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Coordinate the work with the psychologist and trained youth
• Participate in peer to peer activities
• Reflect vision and values of Dawaer when interacting with youth, volunteers, and beneficiaries
• Attend other meetings as requested.
• Provide weekly Field reports 

Skills: 

• Excellent computer skills (Word & excel)
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively with regard to recreation and support activities.
• Self- motivated, and adaptable to different cultures and people.
• Experience in providing support to communities on Peace Building and Social Cohesion
• Approachable, ability to listen actively, friendly and professional
• High level of integrity, honesty and commitment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Good communication and reporting

Experience and Knowldge

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related to Social work, Animator, social sciences and related fields.
• Previous experience in social work in an NGO, demonstrating ability to relate to, and work with young people