الوصف الوظيفي:Vacancy Job Title: Social worker for PSS activities in Tulkarem area (National)
Project: KARAMA: Inclusive and Decent Access to Essential Services for Vulnerable Palestinian Population in Jenin and Tulkarem Governorates (AID 12966/01/0)
Duty Station: Nablus (local office), Tulkarem (field)
Project locations: Tulkarem and Jenin Governorate
Contract duration: 8 months
About AVSI
AVSI's presence in Palestine began in 1993 with small-business development projects in the West Bank territories. The great presence of vulnerable people with diversified needs and the close collaboration with important local public and private institutions have led AVSI to intervene in various sectors: education, social inclusion of vulnerable people, employment inclusion, and sustainable development of small and medium-sized enterprises, promotion of gender equality, wash & sanitation, promotion of tourism.
AVSI’s interventions have favoured the training of operators, the involvement of associations of solidarity and institutions, and the employment of civil service volunteers and experts. The method adopted by AVSI follows some fundamental principles. Firstly, the person at the centre: the person is always “met” with an immediate respect for their dignity and uniqueness and their inclusion in a fabric of family and social relationships. The person is never considered an isolated individual, nor defined by sociological categories or by the circumstances in which they find themselves (poverty, sickness, disability, war). Secondly, AVSI consider as something fundamental the Development of intermediary and subsidiary bodies: to plan and carry out development projects implies favoring people’s social skills, promoting the creation of intermediary bodies (civil society organizations, auxiliary organizations) and of a social fabric eager for participation and capable of joint responsibility.
Aim of the position: The Social Worker is responsible for the direct implementation of psychosocial support (PSS) activities for children, youth, parents, and teachers in the Tulkarem Governorate. He/She will conduct group sessions, identify protection cases, and ensure safe referrals, working closely with the community and the PSS Specialist.
Social worker for PSS activities in Tulkarem area (National)
Main tasks and Responsibilities
Implementation of PSS Activities (Group Sessions)
Children: Conduct structured PSS sessions for children groups (ages 6-10 and 11-12), ensuring engaging and age-appropriate activities.
Youth: Facilitate psychosocial support sessions for youth groups (ages 13-25), with a specific focus on female youth and age-segregated subgroups.
Caregivers: Conduct parenting skills and support sessions for caregivers to improve their wellbeing and child-rearing practices.
Teachers: Facilitate psychosocial debriefing and support sessions for teachers working with displaced children to prevent burnout and provide tools for classroom management.
Recreational Events: Organize and lead recreational integration activities in schools to promote social cohesion between displaced and local students.
Case Management & Referrals
Identify individual cases of children or adults requiring specialized protection or mental health support during group activities.
Refer complex cases to the PSS Specialist or specialized service providers in accordance with the project’s referral pathways.
Maintain strict confidentiality and follow ethical guidelines in handling all sensitive information.
Distribution & Logistics Support
Support the distribution of PSS kits and essential items (food, clothes, educational supplies) to identified families and children.
Ensure that the distribution process is organized, dignified, and equitable.
Conduct needs assessments to identify the most vulnerable beneficiaries eligible for material support.
Monitoring & Reporting
Collect daily data on attendance and feedback from participants (children, youth, parents).
Maintain accurate and confidential records of all sessions and beneficiaries.
Submit weekly field reports to the PSS Specialist, highlighting achievements, challenges, and case trends.
Document success stories and best practices observed during the sessions.
Safeguarding & Child Protection
Actively integrate safeguarding principles into all daily activities.
Ensure a safe environment for all participants during sessions.
Immediately report any safeguarding concerns or suspicions of abuse following the organizational reporting procedure.
متطلبات الوظيفة:Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a strictly related field.
Experience:
Minimum 2-3 years of practical experience as a social worker or PSS facilitator, preferably with NGOs.
Proven experience in facilitating group sessions for children, youth, and adults.
Experience in identification and referral of protection cases.
Languages:
Levantine Arabic:Native/Fluent (Essential).
English:Good working knowledge is an asset.
Skills & Competencies:
Facilitation Skills:Ability to engage groups of children and adults effectively.
Empathy & Active Listening:Strong ability to listen and support vulnerable individuals without judgment and with context specific cultural sensitiveness.
Organizational Skills:Ability to manage multiple sessions across different locations.
Ethics:Deep understanding of confidentiality, humanitarian principles, and "Do No Harm".
Resilience:Ability to work in difficult field conditions and manage personal stress.
تفاصيل الوظيفة:المسمى الوظيفي: Social Worker
آخر موعد للتقديم: 31.03.2026.
المكان: طولكرم
طبيعة العمل: مكتبي أو ميداني (مقر العمل)
نوع الوظيفة: دوام كامل
المستوى المهني: مستوى مساعد
الدرجة العلمية: البكالوريوس
الخبرة: سنتان
التصنيف: العلوم الاجتماعية والدراسات المجتمعية الطب، التمريض، الصيدلة، والصحة العامة التعليم والتدريب
آلية التقديم:Apply through AVSI online portal:
www.avsi.org/en/work-with-us/jobsFor any issues and/or other inquiries:
giuseppe.sconosciuto@avsi.org