Community-Based Rehabilitation Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

1. Beneficiaries’ assessment and case planning:

• Conduct thorough beneficiaries’ assessments to understand personal, social, and financial needs.
• Develop individualized case management plans that address specific challenges and goals.
• Ensure that case plans align with both short- and long-term goals for each beneficiary.

2. Monitoring and follow-up:

• Regularly monitor beneficiaries’ progress, reassess needs, and adjust case plans as required.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of each case, including assessment findings, service plans, and outcomes.
• Conduct follow-up visits or calls to ensure that services are meeting Beneficiaries’ evolving needs.

3. Service Coordination:

• Coordinate services with local agencies, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and government programs to provide holistic support to beneficiaries.
• Connect beneficiaries to resources, including financial aid, housing, employment, health care, and counseling.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advocate for beneficiaries and secure needed services.

4. Advocacy and support:

• Serve as an advocate for beneficiaries, ensuring that their rights are respected and that they receive fair treatment and access to services.
• Provide emotional and social support to beneficiaries, fostering resilience and empowerment.
• Educate beneficiaries and their families on navigating systems and understanding their rights.

5. Crisis Intervention:

• Respond to crises by assessing risks, providing immediate support, and connecting beneficiaries with emergency services.
• Develop safety plans for beneficiaries at risk and provide critical support during high-stress situations.

6. Documentation and reporting:

• Keep detailed case notes, assessments, and plans while ensuring confidentiality and legal compliance.
• Write reports on case outcomes, challenges, and suggestions for future actions.
• Track trends and issues to help improve projects and allocate resources effectively.

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Social Work or Social Work.

Professional Experience: 

• One to three years of experience, with previous exposure to Lebanese communities preferred.
• Previous experience in case management, social services, or a similar role, ideally working with diverse populations.

Skill Set and Competencies: 

• Case Management
• Proficient in community service techniques.
• Basic project implementation knowledge.
• Familiar with needs assessment.
• Experience with Lebanese communities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic and proactive.
• Good listening and analytical skills.
• Committed to confidentiality.
• Patient and empathetic.

Language Proficiency:

• Arabic: Fluent
• English: Fluent
• French: Strong Asset.

Working Schedule: 3 days per week; from 08:00 AM till 04:00 PM

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract, 10 Months (Renewable based on funding and the need for position).

Location: Jisr El Wati, Sin El Fil, Beirut

Application Deadline: 15 October 2024.