Social Worker - Madinat Zayed Campus

ADNOC Schools – (Education Company inside ADNOC Oil and Gas Group); Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a high-performing Social Worker to support students and families, collaborate with teams, and address emotional and behavioral needs. Candidates must have a relevant degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in youth-related social work. An attractive remuneration package including medical cover and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Medical cover

Furnished accommodation

Free child school places

Access to professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in youth-related social work.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments and case management.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-therapeutic support to students and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess students’ needs.
• Work with stakeholders to address mental and emotional health needs.
• Conduct interviews and assessments for families.
• Connect clients with community resources.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Desire to help others

High emotional and physical energy

Education

Bachelor of Science/Education in Social Work/Social Service, Psychology

Social Care Professional License

Job description

The Post

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

• 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

• 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.