Youth Club Social Worker

General Purpose of the Position  The Youth Club Social Worker works with children/youth in a safe and secure environment, according to their age & situation, by stimulating, encouraging participation and interaction between them. He/she provides empathy & psycho-social support to the vulnerable children/youth through the implemented psychosocial support activities in the Youth Club.  Main Responsibilities of the Position  Psycho-Social Activities:   Open Youth Work Individual Counselling Meeting with parents Creating an atmosphere and environment where children feel invited and are ready to spend time/share their experiences. Supporting children/youth in theirs needs and struggles.  Group Youth Work Awareness sessionS (personal hygiene, adolescence, friendship, etc.) Recreational Activities (drama, play, games, circus, sport, storytelling, drawing/painting, artistic activities, music, dancing, etc.) Programs on ethics, self-esteem, self-awareness, education, career, etc. Computer Club, English club, etc.  Homework Support Managing volunteers Organizing homework support for 2 hours daily This role will be accomplished for the following aims: Providing empathy & psycho-social support to the vulnerable children/youth through the implemented activities.  Identifying within the activities the children/youth in need of further assistance and report any observed problem of a child to the psychologist for necessary support or referral to other supportive network.  Knowledge, Skills and Personal Attributes Good communication (verbal/non-verbal) and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and team working skills Good cultural awareness and sensitivity Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential  Experience in humanitarian and social work (Scouts experience, Youth clubs experience, Computer skills, Stress Management skills. Experience in working with refugees is a plus. Strong experience in providing recreational activities to children