Social Worker

About the Role

The Social Worker will deliver direct child protection case management and community-level interventions in the Wag Hamra Zone, focusing on assessments, referrals, reunification support, and collaboration with schools and local agencies to safeguard vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Conduct child protection case assessments and develop plans
• Provide ongoing follow-up and monitoring for children at risk
• Facilitate referrals to health, GBV, mental health, and education services
• Support family tracing and reunification efforts for unaccompanied children
• Offer accompaniment during referral processes, covering transport and accommodation as needed
• Collaborate with schools to strengthen child protection desks and run awareness campaigns
• Build capacity of Parent-Teacher Associations and support community mobilization
• Maintain accurate case files, documentation, and prepare regular reports

Skills Required

Fields of Study

• Social Work
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Community Development

How to Apply

Send a single PDF containing your CV, education certificates, experience documents, and a cover letter stating current salary and expectations to job@padethiopia.org. Specify only one woreda in the application; multiple locations may lead to disqualification. Find contact details below.