Job Description: Social Worker

Position Title: Social Worker A0

Department: Medical service

Reports to: Country Director

Job Location: Musanze

Job Summary:

The social worker will provide comprehensive support to patients with chronic diseases, including HIV, Diabetes Mellitus (DM), Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD), Hypertension (HTN), Cancer, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex PTSD (C-PTSD), Dissociation Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Depression, Anxiety Disorder, Substance Use Disorder, Attachment Disorder, Eating Disorder, Somatic Symptom Disorder, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Sleep Disorder, Self-Harm and Suicidal Ideation, Psychotic Disorder, Chronic Pain Disorder, and Developmental Trauma Disorder. The role involves addressing the social, emotional, and practical needs of patients, helping them navigate healthcare systems, access resources, and improve their overall quality of life. The Social Worker will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to integrate social services into comprehensive patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough bio-psycho-socialassessments to identify the needs, strengths, and challenges of patients and their families.
• Assist patients in navigating healthcare systems, including scheduling appointments, arranging transportation, and accessing financial assistance programs
• Ensure patients receive equitable care and support services
• Collaborate with social workers,nurses, and psychologists to develop and implement comprehensive care plans and address any barriers to treatment adherence by patients.
• Collect and record data on social and emotional aspects impacting patient care and treatment adherence
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and coordinate care
• Prepare and submit comprehensive reports every three months detailing patient progress, social interventions, and any significant developments or challenges,and report it directly to the Head of the Healthcare Department and Country Director
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Education

• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) is required.
• Valid Licence
• Additional training or certification in trauma-informed care, child protection, or related fields is an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in social work or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in case management, psychosocial support, or working with vulnerable populations, such as children, refugees, or survivors of trauma.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team or in a community-based setting is preferred.

Interested candidates should submit their application (motivation letter, updated CV, certificates, and 3 references) via email: Rwanda@handspunhope.org by 24^th January 2025 at 4:00 PM. All attachments should be put together in one PDF file not larger than 2 MB.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a test and interview.