Child Protection Case Worker at INTERSOS

Job Purpose

• The Child Protection Case Worker is responsible for providing direct support and case management services to vulnerable children and their families.
• This role involves assessing child protection needs, developing and implementing case plans, offering psychosocial support, advocating for children's rights, and coordinating with relevant agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of children.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify protection needs and risks.
• Develop individualized case plans aimed at safeguarding children and supporting family reunification or alternative care arrangements.
• Provide psychosocial support, counselling, and guidance to children and caregivers.
• Conduct community outreach and awareness campaigns on child protection key issues.
• Monitor and review case progress regularly, adjusting interventions as needed.
• Advocate for children's rights and ensure compliance with child protection policies and standards.
• Facilitate referrals to appropriate services such as health, education, legal aid, and psychosocial support.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case records in accordance with organizational policies.
• Collaborate with government agencies, NGOs, community leaders, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in training and capacity-building activities related to child protection.
• Support capacity-building activities for community members including community volunteers
• Assist in preparing reports, documentation, and case studies as required.
• Ensure adherence to child safeguarding policies and ethical standards.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum of Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, and other social science related field.
• Proven 2 years’ experience working with vulnerable children and families, preferably in a humanitarian or northwest community setting.
• Strong understanding of child protection principles, child rights, and safeguarding policies.
• Strong experience in Child protection case management services
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Fluency in English and local language (Hausa) will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in documentation and case management software.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, CPIMS and data management.
• Qualified and experience female candidate are encouraged to apply.