Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights is a charitable organization supporting survivors of human rights violations, defending fundamental freedoms, and promoting democratic values. Our programs provide mental health services, medical treatment, and other support services to survivors of trauma, terror, domestic violence, and human rights violations in Iraq and Syria.
For the implementation of our human rights education and dialogue projects, we are seeking applicants for the following position:
Position: Social Worker
Status: Full-time employee (40 Hours/Week).
Based: Alqosh, Iraq
Required Degree: Bachelor Degree.
Reports to: Center Manager (CM) Alqosh, Clinic Manager
Application deadline: January 20, 2024
Duration of contract: 12 Months
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Casework
Interviewing clients about their needs, living conditions and social problems
Developing together with the client an assistance plan and identifying adequate social services
Implementing the plan and monitoring its progress
Counseling
Problem-specific assessment
Contacting and making referrals to other agencies and services
Individual sessions to strengthen coping and decision-making
Empowerment
Prepares, implements, and evaluates non-clinical activities for beneficiaries, such as awareness-raising on mental health and social problems, the introduction of Jiyan services, self-help groups, information events, or psychoeducation
Coordination
Regularly participates in meetings with other social workers across centers
Administrative tasks
Service documentation and evaluation, record keeping of client assessments
Regularly reports to management and the Head of Trauma Care and Health
Representation and networking
Represents Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights to external stakeholders and participates in meetings or events related to social work
Continuously works on building and maintaining networks with other local organizations, partners, and stakeholders for collaboration and referrals
Carry out any other relevant duties according to the professional capacities and position in the organization as assigned by the line manager in mutual agreement.
Qualifications & Preferred Skills How To Apply
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit, in English:
cover letter outlining your motivation to work with Jiyan in this particular position
Please note that applications that do not meet the requirements or that are incomplete will not be considered.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Jiyan Foundation for Human Rights is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We actively promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace, fostering an environment that respects and appreciates each team member’s unique perspectives, experiences, and talents.
Deadline Date 2024-01-20 To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (tendersglobal.net) you saw this job posting.