Social Worker Jobs In Uganda

Description

TPO Uganda is a National humanitarian and Development Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) that has been delivering services to vulnerable communities in Uganda since 1994. This year, 2024, TPO Uganda Celebrates 30 years of transforming lives in Uganda and beyond. Our work covers; Mental, Neurological and substance use disorders (MNS); Child care and protection; Gender-Based violence prevention and mitigation; HIV/AIDS Prevention, care and support; Disaster risk prevention and response; Livelihoods support; and, Organizational development and sustainability.

Over the years, TPO Uganda has grown into a respectable National NGO with a demonstrable track record in up to 46 Districts spread across seven sub-regions as at Mat 2024. TPO Uganda is now seeking applications for the following positions under the project;” Keeping Children Healthy and Safe” in south western Uganda

Responsibilities

The Social Worker will be responsible for coordinating and delivering comprehensive OVC services to the project beneficiaries. He/She will support Para-social workers and other community structures engaged by KCHS to implement innovative strategies to increase OVC access to quality care and support services including HIV prevention and care. He/She will be responsible for supporting bi-directional referrals and linkages for comprehensive service packages to children and adolescents living with HIV/AIDS and their families. He/she will participate in the work plan development process and build the capacity of Para-social workers through orientation, needs-based training, and mentorship to ensure that project implementation is guided by SOPs, Guidelines, job aids, and tools.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and implement comprehensive OVC quality interventions that address the holistic needs of
• targeted vulnerable children, youth and their caregivers.
• Conduct home visits and monitor progress of interventions offered to beneficiary households as guided by the Prime partner
• Ensure that referrals are initiated and follow up done to facilitate access to services.
• Maintain a functional network of case workers and other community stakeholders through holding periodic planning, review and feedback meetings with each in line with project objectives
• Supervise, coach and mentor community volunteers (PSWs) through trainings, orientations and
• support supervision visits to ensure that beneficiaries receive comprehensive and quality services.
• Conduct regular field visits, monthly and quarterly meetings with community structures to review progress of planned activities and assess project impact.
• Work with Parasocial workers to conduct targeted and planned home visits, initiate and follow up referrals, provide HIV prevention and care services and complete all the case management processes to enable households attain graduation.
• Orient and support PSWs to use project tools and ensure that all findings are well documented
• Properly manage cases identified and ensure proper records are kept and client files regularly updated.
• Ensure that all registers are regularly updated and well stored
• Establish and strengthen collaboration with clinical partners, health facilities, sub-county leadership and other service providers.

Qualifications

Person Specifications, knowledge and experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and Social Administration, community psychology, development studies, or related field from a recognized institution.
• Additional Qualification in Child Protection is an added advantage
• 2 years of relevant work experience in managing NGOs community-based children and adolescent health projects specifically HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, and child protection.
• Experience in life skills, economic strengthening programs for youth and families infected and affected by HIV/AIDS and Violence against Children, and working within the decentralized system of government are added advantages.
• Ability to ride a motorcycle with a valid riding permit is a MUST

How to Apply:

All applications will be received and Reviewed through Ugashare Portal by Clicking on the 'Apply Here' section