18.9.2020 Job vacancy: Social Worker

Job vacancy 

Job Title: Social Worker 

Status: Part Time, for a fixed period until the end of 2020 

Location: Attica 

Submit until: 25/09/2020 

Project’s purpose 

EPAPSY in collaboration with UNHCR is going to implement a project in Attica that focuses on the provision of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) integrated services to refugees/asylum seekers in the accommodation scheme as part of the ESTIA program, as well as capacity building to strengthening the role of health operators and Mental Health professionals in the delivery of MHPSS at urban area level. 

Responsibilities 

• To perform MHPSS needs assessments about the target population. 
• To identify and liaise the PoCs with the NHS and to ensure that an effective referral system is made available for them. 

• To design and implement the relevant response strategies and interventions to strengthen MHPSS service delivery in collaboration with the PoC and taking into account his/her needs and experiences. 
• To establish and maintain positive and efficient relations with target population, community members and all the other actors. 
• Help identify service gaps and the need for training, 

Required qualifications and skills 

Education 

• University degree in Social Worker with professional license 
• A Master is a plus. 

Experience 

• At least 2-3 years previous professional experience 
• Experience working within the field of community based Mental Health is highly valued. 

Required professional skills 

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within different cultural environments 
• Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate flexibility, motivation, and maturity 
• Good knowledge of Greek legislation with regard to MHPSS care for adults and children and local and national referral pathways 
• Knowledge of international humanitarian response and development work would be an asset. 

Language 

• Excellent English and Greek communication skills (both oral and written) 
• Fluency in Arabic/Farsi/Sorani is a plus. 

Computer skills 

• Good IT knowledge (Microsoft Office, Internet) and ability to maintain computer-based records 

Other 

• Fulfilled Military Obligations (male candidates) 
• Valid driving license 

Interested Candidates shall submit in a single document their Resume/CV and Cover Letter in English by email to: refugeementalhealth@epapsy.gr by Monday 25/09/2020, mentioning in the email subject “EPAPSY Social Worker Attica”. 

EPAPSY is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply. We also strongly encourage applicants from Migrant and Refugee communities. 

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.