Case Worker

ROLE PURPOSE: 
The Case worker is a member of Duhok Child Protection team. Under the supervision of the CP/Case Management Officer, the case worker is responsible for implementing activities focused on case management services for both first and second-line response. She/he will ensure that project activities are consistent with Save the Children’s programming principles and approaches, draw on relevant best practices and lessons learned, enable children to attain their rights, and are compliant with donor regulations.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: CP /CM Officer
Staff reporting to this post: None

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Program Implementation: Under the direct supervision of the Case Management Officer, the Case worker will:

First line response: 
•   Identify, document and respond to the most vulnerable and at-risk children, including unaccompanied and separated children by using the CPIMS+ system.
•   Conduct a rapid assessment to determine the most appropriate response to the child’s needs, including emergency alternative care for unaccompanied children. 
•   Assess any needs for urgent material support – specifically dignity kits, baby kits, clothing etc. for girls and boys. And refer to other agencies for Core Relief Items (CRI) if needed.
•   Provide PFA to distressed children and caregivers
•   Facilitate safe and confidential referrals to other service providers.
•   Sensitise community focal points on CP case identification and safe referrals including UASC and GBV.

Second line response: 
•   Identify, assess, document, refer (to relevant services) and follow-up of at-risk children and families (case management) in an age and gender appropriate manner, following the case management guidelines and core protection principles
•   Provide information and advice on existing services and how to access them.
•   Work as a member of a team ensuring fluid communication of relevant information to make sure that a proper and high-quality management of the case is preserved.
•   Work in close collaboration with the community mobilisers to strengthen relationships with the community and to strengthen the referral system
•   Facilitate, collect and report information regarding the overall situation of child protection risks, with particular attention to vulnerable/at-risk children
•   Implement and or lead with the support of supervisors other PSS or other Child protection programs based on the need 
•   Work closely with the team for the referral of cases moving to their areas of origin(AoO)

Application Information:
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/jobs We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Qualified and interested candidate can apply through the following link;

https://hcri.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/6408

The Organization

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

· No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
· All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
· Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.