Social Worker

Brothers of Good Works Women Empowerment Center (BGW-WEC) is a faith-based organization committed to empowering vulnerable and marginalized communities, with a particular focus on women. The organization works with people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, orphaned youth, children and youth with disabilities and their families, returnees from migration, Female Sex Workers and in-school children and adolescents to empower, them through training, counseling, education, and socio-economic interventions. Promoting inclusion by reducing stigma and discrimination among these groups is central to our mission. We are now inviting qualified and motivated individuals to apply for the following vacant position Position Summary  The Social Worker is responsible for the delivery of case management, psychosocial support, beneficiary counseling, and community linkage services to children and youth with disabilities (CYWDs) and their families within the project's implementation area. The Social Worker plays a central role in ensuring that Right- Holders receive holistic, rights-based support that addresses their social, emotional, and practical needs.  S/he is responsible to work in close collaboration with the coordinator of the department and other staff of the center as required. 2. Key Duties and Responsibilities 2.1 Case Management Identify, assess, and register children and youth with disabilities and their caregivers as project Right- Holders using standardised tools. Develop and implement individual support/empowerment  plans for each beneficiary, addressing their social, psychosocial, educational, livelihood, and health-related needs. Conduct regular follow-up visits to beneficiary households to monitor progress, provide support, and update case records. Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date case files for all Right- Holders in accordance with the center’s data protection guidelines.  Ensure timely closure of cases and document outcomes achieved. 2.2 Psychosocial Support Provide individual and group psychosocial support sessions to CYWDs and their caregivers, addressing issues such as stigma, isolation, trauma, and self-esteem. Facilitate peer support groups and caregiver support groups as part of the project's social inclusion activities. Identify Right- Holders with acute psychosocial needs and refer them to appropriate specialized services in a timely manner. Promote positive disability attitudes and social inclusion within families and communities through awareness and sensitization activities. 2.3 Community Linkages and Referrals Establish and maintain strong referral pathways to health facilities, rehabilitation centers, schools, vocational training centers, legal services, and social protection schemes. Accompany or support Right- Holders in accessing referred services as needed. Liaise with local government social affairs offices, community leaders, women and children's affairs offices, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate access to services. Document all referrals made and follow up on their outcomes. 2.4 Data Collection and Reporting   Collect disaggregated monitoring data (by gender, age, and disability type) on all Right- Holders using  standardized data collection tools. Submit monthly activity updates and contribute to quarterly narrative reports prepared by the Coordinator. Document and share compelling beneficiary stories and case studies with the Project for inclusion in reports, ensuring informed consent is obtained. Participate in joint monitoring visits, reflection workshops, and learning events.  2.5 Safeguarding   Adhere strictly to Child Safeguarding Policy, PSEA Policy, and Code of Conduct in all interactions with Right- Holders. Report any safeguarding concerns or incidents to the Safeguarding Focal Person and Coordinator immediately. Ensure informed consent is obtained from parents or caretakers before collecting or using personal information or photographs of Right- Holders.