Caseworker Foster Care

Under the line management of the Project Manager, the social worker will form part of the with projects field team together with the Mental Health Psychosocial Workers (MHPSSs) and the Physiotherapist (PT).

The Social worker will:

Support the Project Manager and Project Officer on mapping the relevant services, useful resources and stakeholders working in social, protection, mental health and psychosocial sectors, health, rehabilitation, P&Os or any other relevant sectors according to the needs of the beneficiaries

Ensure the Identification of persons in need of MHPSS and/or rehabilitation services in the community.

Contribute to the design and implementation, under the guidance and support of the Project Manager, of MHPSS community awareness sessions, MHPSS group sessions and recreational activities.

In collaboration with the MHPSS team and the Physiotherapist, contribute to the provision of tailored and comprehensive services, within the framework of the project, to individuals, families and community groups.

In coordination with the Project Manager and Project Officer, visit the stakeholders and potential partners linked to the HI global intervention (Mental Health, Rehabilitation, Health, Social and Protection Services).

Disseminate the actor sheets among the team members in order to promote and facilitate the referral of beneficiaries according to their needs

Referral follow up

In coordination with the Project Manager and Project Officer and in close collaboration with the all the workers (MHPSSs, PT) ensure a qualitative follow up of the cases referred.

Recognize emergency situation or situations that need immediate medical care or protection measure and react in consequence making efforts to ensure that beneficiary get the appropriate services.

Ensure the Identification of potential MHPSS and Rehabilitation beneficiaries in the communities

Through regular contact with the community stakeholders, humanitarian actors and HI partners and through the implementation of MHPSS awareness and information sessions and recreational activities, pre-identify individuals and families that might need the services provided in the framework of the project

Organize and co-facilitate Disability and MHPSS Awareness Sessions and Recreational activities

In coordination with the rest of the team, under the coordination of the technical guidance of the Project Manager, organize and co-conduct awareness sessions and on Disability and MHPSS issues.

Ensure that those sessions are documented and submitted to the team leader

Under the supervision and guidance of the Project Manager and in coordination with the rest of the project team, design and implement recreational activities at the static center and community level.

Participate in the implementation of the comprehensive support approach of the project.

Support the MHPSSs and the PT in the implementation of common activities, especially group sessions for Persons with Disabilities/Is and persons affected by psychological distress including children, and their caregivers

Work in a constructive way with the PTs, MHPSS Workers,

Maintain complete documentation for each activity following the recommendations and template under the supervision of the Project Manager.

Respect all guidelines and documentation within the project

Document any protection concerns and report them to your line manager

Actively participate to each the project meetings, technical follow-up, internal and external trainings related to your position according to your line manager instructions

Identify material, equipment, recreational kit needed, timely formulate requests, and ensure appropriate use/distribution

Demonstrate willingness to improve professional competences and abilities to increase care quality:

Demonstrate willingness to improve his/her own knowledge and skills by participating actively in any training sessions, capacity building activities…

Respect hygiene and security rules

Respect and apply basic hygiene rules;

He/she maintains equipment clean and secured.

He/she observes at all times strict commitment to Handicap International Security & Safety regulations as per procedures in place at mission level

He/she supports information internal dissemination to relevant focal persons at mission level aiming at reinforcing security and safety of Handicap International staff and assets

Show professional ethics, respect and promote Handicap International mandate

Among others, he/she respects beneficiary’s privacy and confidentiality (he/she only share medical information with medical staff/persons directly involved in beneficiary’s care)

Respect the Handicap International protection of children policy and protection of beneficiaries from sexual exploitation and abuse policy and report to your line manager any non-respect of HI’s policies amongst the teams or partners.

Always interact with children with the presence of their parents or caregivers

Work with the best of knowledge and abilities to offer a good quality service

Note that this job description must remain flexible, to respond to additional tasks or changes as identified by the line manager.

At least 3 years’ Experience in community mobilization, awareness raising and/or recreation with I/NGOs.

Theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in community development

Strong comprehension of the psychosocial issues of conflict-affected communities, Person with Impairments and Person with Disabilities

Previous experience with HI is an asset

Experience in hospital settings is an asset

Familiar with MS Office (Word, Excel) and internet

Fluent in written and spoken English is an asset

Open and interested in disability issues

Abilities to properly communicate with patients, families/caretakers, medical staff, actors, community elders, etc.

Please note that only the applications received through the online platform will be considered for this position.

It is important to note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered. If you do not hear from us within one week from the closing date, please consider that your application has not been shortlisted for further process

- The Role Holderwill have to create and maintain an environment which prevents sexual exploitation and abuse and promotes the implementation of the code of conduct"

HI promotes and upholds the principles of equal opportunities and its policies (PSEAH, Child Protection etc). HI has a zero tolerance approach to any harm to, or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or a child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. record checks and the collection of relevant references. Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do.

Individuals with disabilities and female candidates are especially encouraged to apply. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly value the unique perspectives and contributions that you can bring to our team.

HI has been supporting the Afghan people since 1987, starting its operations in Pakistan. Since 1996, HI has been operating across Afghanistan in order to launch victim assistance interventions, working at different levels of the society and adopting a cross-sectoral approach. While present on the ground to directly support victims of the conflict through the provision of a range of services - from physical rehabilitation, to mine risk education and inclusive livelihoods - HI has been continuously advocating to increase the rights of victims and other people with disabilities in the country. Acknowledging the need to respond to the urgent emergency crises combined with longer term, chronic gaps in the provision of services, HI has steadily expanded its range of activities and services in order to support the most vulnerable people, enhancing their resilience while strengthening participation and inclusion of all individuals.

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