Medical Social Worker

Salary scale: U4L

Reports: Hospital Administration

Purpose:Support Hospital management in    providing social and welfare services to patients and staff of the hospital

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Participate in planning, Budgeting, Monitoring and Evaluation of Social Work activities in the Hospital
• Interviews Patients and Relatives in Social Needs
• Offer Psycho- Social Support, Social Care and Emotional Therapy to Patients
• Participate in Research Activities
• Prepare Reports and Submit to Relevant Authorities
• Carry out Home and Follow-up Visits to Patients
• Account for Resources Allocated to Social Worker Activities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must hold an Honors Degree in Social Work and Social Administration

COMPETENCES

• Counselling and Guidance
• Self-Control and Stress Management
• Public Relations and Customer Care
• Time Management
• Communication

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Applications should be submitted in triplicate on PSC Form 3.
2. The title of the position and reference number should be clearly stated on the application.
3. Three certified copies of academic documents
4. Passport photo should be attached to the curriculum vitae with three references.
5. Applications should be sent to;

Either:

The Secretary District Service Commission

Buvuma District Local Government headquarters

Or:

Makerere University Walter Reed Project

Mukono Office (At Mukono HC IV)

Not later than 11th September 2021, Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Please note:The successful candidates will be working under Buvuma District local government. Interested candidates should download the detailed Job descriptions and the PSC form from HERE.