Social Worker

Black Pearl; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government-affiliated healthcare network in Abu Dhabi seeks a compassionate Social Worker to support patients and families through psychosocial challenges. This role involves providing counseling, developing care plans, and advocating for patients’ rights within a holistic care framework. Ideal candidates will have experience in pediatric care and a strong commitment to patient-centered support.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pediatric patients is highly preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with healthcare providers and community resources.
• Strong documentation and assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Assess patients’ social, emotional, and financial needs.
• Advocate for patients’ rights and coordinate care.

Skills

Compassionate

Emotional support

Counseling

Advocacy

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Social Workerto join our client's team in Abu Dhabi. This role is within one of the UAE’s largest government-affiliated healthcare networks, recognized for delivering exceptional patient-centered care and providing holistic support services. The Social Worker will play a critical role in supporting patients and families through psychosocial challenges, coordinating care, and ensuring emotional well-being during medical treatment. Experience supporting pediatric patientsis highly preferred. Other responsibilities include but are not limitedto :

• Provide counseling and psychosocial support to patients and families dealing with medical, emotional, and social challenges.
• Assess patients’ social, emotional, and financial needs, and develop appropriate care plans.
• Act as a liaison between patients, families, healthcare providers, and community resources.
• Support families in coping with long-term illnesses, rehabilitation, and end-of-life care.
• Assist in discharge planning and coordinate post-hospitalization services.
• Advocate for patients’ rights, ensuring they receive adequate support and resources.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and referrals.
• Conduct awareness and educational sessions as part of holistic healthcare delivery.
• Adhere to ethical standards, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity at all times.