GBV/PSS Caseworker at Safeguarding Children Initiative (SCII)

Job Summary

• The GBV/PSS Caseworker will provide survivor-centered support to individuals affected by gender-based violence (GBV), including case management and psychosocial support (PSS). The role involves identifying survivors, assessing their needs, providing emotional support, and facilitating referrals to appropriate services in line with ethical and protection standards.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management

• Identify and register GBV survivors in line with confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Conduct needs assessments and develop individualized case plans.
• Provide ongoing case management support and follow-up for survivors.

Psychosocial Support (PSS)

• Provide basic psychosocial support and emotional support to survivors.
• Facilitate individual or group psychosocial support sessions where appropriate.
• Promote resilience, coping mechanisms, and wellbeing among survivors.

Referrals and Coordination

• Refer survivors to appropriate services including health, legal, shelter, and protection services.
• Coordinate with service providers to ensure survivors receive comprehensive support.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate, confidential case files and records.
• Prepare case reports and contribute to programme reports in line with organizational requirements.

Community Engagement

• Support community awareness activities on GBV prevention and response.
• Help strengthen community-based referral pathways for GBV survivors.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Public Health, or related field.
• At least 1 year experience working in GBV, protection, or psychosocial support programmes.
• Experience in case management and working with vulnerable populations.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and counseling skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Knowledge of survivor-centered approaches and ethical standards.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in challenging and sensitive environments.