JOB SUMMARY
The Supervisor, Child Protection Casework will ensure quality provision of child protection case management and psychosocial support services to vulnerable and at-risk children. The Supervisor, Child Protection Casework will train, coach, and support Child Protection Caseworkers and strengthen systems of support for vulnerable and at-risk children.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Capacity Building and Service Oversight
· Train Child Protection Caseworkers, in line with the Inter Agency Guidelines for Case Management and Child Protection and International Medical Corps’ Child Protection Minimum Standards.
· Train Child Protection Caseworkers to respond to child survivors, in line with Caring for Child Survivors of Sexual Abuse
· Coach Child Protection Caseworkers though regular group and individual sessions.
· Conduct routine case review meetings.
· Conduct regular supportive supervision sessions for quality assurance and to identify capacity gaps and needs.
· Develop tailored capacity building plans for Child Protection Caseworkers, including plans for self-learning.
· Support Child Protection Caseworkers as required to respond effectively to cases, including direct service provision and coordination and advocacy with other service providers.
· Oversee distribution of material and cash assistance to survivors and vulnerable and at-risk children and their caregivers
· Support trainings of other service providers who may interact with vulnerable and at-risk children.
· Contribute to the development and effectiveness of child protection referral systems/pathways and service mapping.
Human Resources Management
· Recruit and supervise Child Protection Caseworkers
· Create a safe and supportive environment for Child Protection Caseworkers
· Develop support strategies for Child Protection Caseworkers, foster teambuilding, and support principles of self-care.
Monitoring and Reporting
· Seek and analyse feedback from clients and adapt services accordingly.
· Oversee post-distribution monitoring.
· Oversee service documentation.
· Ensure strict data protection and information-sharing protocols to protect the privacy, confidentiality, and safety of children receiving services.
· Contribute to internal and external reports.
Coordination, Advocacy and Representation
· Coordinate regularly with child protection leadership team and participate, as required, in broader team meetings.
· Mobilize stakeholders to strengthen coordination and safe access to services for vulnerable at at-risk children.
· Organize case management meetings, as required, with other service providers.
· Coordinate with MHPSS, GBV, health, and other sectors to strengthen integration and referrals.
· Represent program goals and child protection standards.
Security and Conduct
· Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies.
· Foster a safe and supportive working environment for all child protection staff and partners.
· Exemplify core principles of child protection programming including do no harm, non-discrimination, confidentiality and prioritizing the best interests of the child.
· Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the program and organization, notably through adherence to the Code of Conduct and Ethics, including compliance with anti-harassment, safeguarding and PSEA policies.
Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.