Case Worker

Position:          Project Staff/National Case worker Job site:           West/Central Bekaa/Rachaya, according to assignment; Report to:        Senior Social worker/Protection officer Status:             Collaborator/Part-time N. of positions:           5 Purpose/objective of the position:  The Caseworker is responsible for the identification, assessment and psycho-social support to vulnerable women, boys and girls at risk approaching the INTERSOS community centers or being reached out trough protection monitoring.  Responsibilities/duties: Detect, counsel and follow up individual cases identified through community services and protection monitoring; Conduct psychosocial assessment of vulnerable cases, including environmental, emotional, behavioral, and social factors as well as resources and strengths that impact the individual well- being. Conduct ad hoc assessment for the provision of cash or material assistance or/and transportation cost according to tailored case by case assistance. Ensure coordination and synergy with the main service providers in the area of intervention for prompt referral, follow up and information sharing. Manage, fill, archive specific forms for cases profiling, referral and weekly reporting ensuring confidentiality, accuracy and timeliness; Monitor and follow up the outcome of the material assistance provided by other partner agencies and services providers. Provide indications for awareness and focus groups work plan together with Protection officer. Assist the protection monitor officers and the social workers with the awareness sessions and the focus group discussions if needed. Accomplish any other task not here listed if necessary to the projects achievement. Skills/Competences: Psychology, Social Science, Health degree or other related fields; One to two year experience in similar position with International, national organizations and government authorities; Motivation to work with local authorities, local leaders and refugee’s community. Good problem solving skills and ability to work independently; Stress-resilient and ability to cope with tight deadlines and complex problems. Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Good Computer literacy, primarily Excel and Access; Good knowledge of English; Willing to work extra hours and during the weekend if emergent cases arise; Driving licence and availability to frequent field visits across Bekaa