Responsibilities:
Participate in development of networks of care with other stakeholders that empower clients towards restoration;
Participate in advocacy forums for communities around community justice centers to increase social demand for survivors to file complaints and follow up on their cases through completion;
Participate in the development & implementation of survivor-related policies and strategies to ensure the achievement of survivor-related outcomes and sub-outcomes while observing best practices;
Ensure internal information management with relevant departments within the confines of shared confidentiality to ensure the success of the multidisciplinary approach to service delivery for the survivors.;
Participate in planning and delivery of trauma-informed care and related training for partners and stakeholders to ensure survivor sensitivity within the criminal justice system;
Complete needs assessments and accomplish aftercare successful outcome forms for all IJM clients in the caseload while strictly observing the aftercare security policy;
Do a risk assessment of every aftercare client with the view of establishing the risk level and the best social work intervention;
Develop treatment plans that clearly articulate how the client’s needs will be met including the reintegration plan;
Participate in restoration of clients once the treatment plan has been completed; Consistently document services provided to clients in the case management system; Participate in Case Determination Panels;
Ensure proper documentation of survivor-related activities and services in relevant data forums;
Participate in the planning and coordination of Survivor-focused events and activities; Ensure proper coordination of survivors, counselors, and staff in the provision of timely and quality counseling services.
Participate in IJM programs of professionalism and spiritual formation;
Any other duty assigned by the Senior Manager Survivor Services and Kenya Field Office Country Director.
Requirements:
Degree in Social Work/Counseling Psychology or equivalent. A Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field is an added advantage;
At least three (3) years of professional experience practicing as a social worker in a reputable
organization and/or providing counseling or psychotherapy to victims of trauma;
Proven experience in successful networking with service providers including resource mapping;
Valid Certificate of Good Conduct;
Excellent report writing skills.
Well-versed in trauma-focused models, principles, and processes;
Strong ethical and professional adherence to social work code of ethics;
Advocacy and social justice skills;
Clear, concise, and effective written and oral communication skills in English and Kiswahili; and
Excellent advocacy skills.
Critical Qualities:
Respect and value for diverse cultural backgrounds and practices;
Excellent listening skills;
High emotional intelligence;
Effective team player;
Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment; Result-oriented and self-motivated;
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, partner engagement, and management skills; Strong passion for survivor well-being and a passion for IJM’s goals;
Advocacy and social justice orientation; and
Exceptionally high levels of honesty and integrity.
Application Process:
Send your Resume, Cover Letter, and a statement of faith* in one document to kenyarecruiting@ijm.org quoting the Position Title in the subject heading before 24th July 2024. Applicants must have legal right to work in Kenya. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
What is a statement of faith?
Apply via :
kenyarecruiting@ijm.org
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