Social Worker

*PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL SPECIAL HOPE STAFF, all applicants should apply through the link below to be considered for the position.*

Special Hope Network is seeking a qualified Social Worker to support the health and development of children, especially those with intellectual disabilities. The main responsibilities include:

Case Management 

Manage all home visits to potential children for the Finding Joy Home, filling out all paperwork required by MCDSS
Maintain good relationships with each parent and caregiver once chosen for the home, visiting at least once monthly
Be vigilant about issues going on in kids’ homes and what support may be needed
Provide demonstrations, further explanation, and advice on topics related to health, nutrition, hygiene, feeding, and positioning training, as well as cooking demos.
Provide further explanation on administering medicines and other prescribed items

Health Guidance & Monitor Growth

Complete initial health assessments on all children and enter into SPOON App
Track weight, height, MUAC, and head circumference on all children per baseline, and then subsequently follow the Count Me In-app
Be able to explain to parents the reasons behind tracking measurements
Track children’s general health and illness and report to the Head House Mother
Assist parents in obtaining proper health care from local clinics and hospitals regarding seizures, illness, and growth monitoring
Input accurate data in a timely manner into Count Me In, interpreting measurements to check progress/problems
Advise parents on child health and wellness using expertise and Count Me In app recommendations
Carry out tasks as assigned by the supervisor with minimal supervision
Subject Expertise and Parent Learning

Understand and execute goals in the FJZ home in accordance with the Logical Framework
Ensure each parent understands how to keep the child healthy regarding nutrition, feeding, hygiene, medication, illness prevention, and signs of illness
Understand seizures and swallowing to be able to explain to parents and provide simple advice
Run wellness program by use of medical disability lessons, Count Me In application and training, and disability rights advocacy
Note questions that need your growth in understanding and come back with accurate answers
Continue professional development to understand wellness program information to the highest level of accuracy
Provide feedback to parents at the level of their understanding and provide support for continued learning

Faith Active

Be an example of spiritual growth by practicing personal daily habits of faithfulness.  Talk about those habits when with your colleagues and ask them about theirs. Hold discipleship in high regard and participate every time.  Pray with your team. Prioritize faith, yours, and your colleagues’.
Train parents on bible study skills, discipleship skills and leadership skills when appropriate.
Participate in trainings on management skills, emotional intelligence in the workplace, bible study skills and professionalism
Be above reproach in your work ethic (virtuous, upright). You are where you say you are, you spent what you say you spent, you do what you say you will do
Maintain safe boundaries with other staff, parents, advocates, caregivers, and children, always having another Special Hope adult with you at all times

Job Requirements

Degree in Social Work

If you have the qualifications above, click the link here.