Centre Social Worker

General Purpose of the Position The Center Social Worker is responsible for organizing and coordinating all psycho-social support activities at JRS Centre in Bar Elias. He/she reports to and coordinates with the Project Director. Key Responsibilities Organizes trainings/awareness sessions on relevant subjects. Aids in organizing a needs assessment of the people we serve and elaborate this assessment with the Project Director. Organizes support groups (men, women, families) to assist refugees in understanding, dealing with and coping with their situations (among other services casework). Develops and supervises psycho-social programs for vulnerable and high-risk persons. This includes skills-training, vocational training and entertainment. Be the focal point for referrals and the main contact with other entities in coordination with the Project Director. Facilitates access and referral for cases of trauma and high-risk to internal JRS services (JRS Lebanon psychologists, psychiatrists). Informs refugees of their rights, hand out information about other referral organizations, and provide a safe space for them. Visits families in their homes if needed in the treatment plan. Ensures prompt execution of other tasks which are within the ambit of the position which may be requested by the Project Director as needs occur. Minimum Qualifications Minimum of 2 professional years of experience in the field Proven managerial experience Background in GBV/Protection and communities of Refugees or Displaced people is an asset Knowledge of English and Arabic both written and spoken is required Excellent skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) Ability to write and edit reports under deadlines Ability to work in multicultural environment Ability to perform under pressure Ability to work independently and respecting deadlines Motivated, hard working, and very reliable Previous work experience in Lebanon or the region is preferred Knowledge, Skills and Personal Attributes Good communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and team working skills Good cultural awareness and sensitivity Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential