Social Worker

Job Description

Social Worker – Madinat Zayed Campus

ADNOC Schools is currently seeking high-performing Social Worker for an immediate start. The current vacancy is based in ADNOC School, Madinat Zayed Western Region Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi.

ADNOC Schools are Massachusetts State Curriculum schools in superb facilities in Abu Dhabi City and the Western Region of Abu Dhabi Emirate.

The Massachusetts Curriculum is one of the most highly regarded and successful curricula in the United States, with close links to prestigious higher education institutions such as Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Graduates of ADNOC Schools receive the US High School Diploma – the standard entry qualification for US colleges and universities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Responsibilities

Main Duties

• Support for Students and Families: Provide non-therapeutic support to students facing various challenges, liaising between the school, students’ and families, and community external providers.
• Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration: Collaborate as part of the wider Pastoral Services Team in school to assess students’ needs, identify causes and impacts, and provide necessary support services within the school environment
• Emotional and Behavioral Support: Work with various stakeholders, including parents and teachers, to address, personal, social, mental, and emotional health needs. The goal is to enhance students’ competencies and facilitate their success through the school educational journey.

Specific Duties

• Assessment and Case Management: Conduct comprehensive interviews and assessments to understand individuals’ and families’ situations, often collaborating with other professionals. This includes developing and documenting case plans in collaboration with the DSL/CPC/CPT.
• Resource Navigation and Advocacy: Connecting clients with appropriate community resources (housing, benefits, healthcare, legal aid). This involves advocating for clients’ needs.
• Supply resources and guidance: prepare assemblies focusing on specific needs of students and the wider school community
• Support and Empowerment: Providing information, training/CPD, support, and guidance to individuals and families.
• Collaboration and Referral: Liaising with and making referrals to other agencies (healthcare providers, schools, legal services). Participating in multidisciplinary teams.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, and potentially giving evidence in court.
• Professional Development: Participating in ongoing training, supervision, and team meetings.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications –

• Bachelor of Science/Education in Social Work/Social Service, Psychology or a related subject
• Must hold a Social Care Professional License.

Minimum Experience –

• Minimum of 2 years experience in youth-related social work.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills with both students and parents
• Demonstrable organizational skills
• Strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust, and confidence
• Must possess high emotional and physical energy to handle the array of problems addressed.

Application:

A cover letter and CV including details of two referees should be submitted.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer an attractive remuneration package including medical cover, flights, furnished accommodation, and free child school places. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training. Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

As much as we would be delighted to entertain all applicants, due to the high volume of applications and robust selection process, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 10 business days.

Aldar Education and ADNOC Schools are committed to safeguarding children and young people, and any offer of appointment will be subject to any relevant medical checks and clearance from appropriate safeguarding authorities