Social Worker

General Tasks

1.      In-house and Outreach Activities.

• Welcome people with social needs to the center.
• Conduct interviews with beneficiaries and gather all relevant information.
• Assess beneficiaries’ needs based on the data collected, create and organize an individual file for each beneficiary.
• Perform case management for each individual.
• Coordinate with the outreach team to ensure an understanding of the targeted beneficiaries’ assessment criteria.

2.      Case Management.

• Conduct home and field visits to vulnerable individuals in the designated area, and complete the necessary interview to better understand and assess the situation, needs and challenges.
• Determine for each case, the necessary support and services needed to achieve a satisfactory standard of living through using interdisciplinary approaches.
• Establish connections with associations and institutions across Beirut and Mount Lebanon area to facilitate beneficiary referrals and service provision.
• Maintain beneficiaries’ records by reviewing case notes; logging events and progress.
• Follow up continuously on each case until the reach of objectives.

3.      Documentation and Reports.

• Write a detailed report for each beneficiary’s assessment and needs.
• Write a report about the activities conducted along with its related documentation (pictures, medical documentation, attendance sheets etc.).

4.      Coordination and Follow up.

• Coordinate and collaborate with arcenciel’s team members and external partners of the association.
• Participate in working groups to enrich institutional and inter-institutional reflection.
• Develop and retain solid connections with potential partners and permanent members of the association in order to ensure the social services unit’s mission and serve the greatest possible number of people.

Working Conditions 

• Workplace : Taanayel Center with multiple locations visits. 
• Type of contract : Project based, till end of November 2026. 

Requirements

Skill set and competencies

• Deep understanding of various disabilities, including physical, sensory, intellectual, and mental disabilities.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare providers, educators, therapists, and community organizations.
• Proficiency in community service techniques and practices.
• Sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of how cultural factors influence inclusion efforts.
• Ability to identify barriers faced by beneficiaries and develop creative solutions.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and respect individual privacy.
• Ability to provide patient and compassionate care to individuals with social needs and vulnerable populations.
• Strong organizational skills, including managing multiple tasks and prioritizing responsibilities effectively.

Level of education and experience 

Bachelor’s Degree, major in Social Work, Psychology, or any related field with 2 years of experience.