Community Outreach Social Worker

Responsibilities:

• Identify children living on the streets who are out of school or in need of urgent support.
• Engage directly with children in a respectful and empathetic manner to build trust.
• Conduct basic assessments and collect relevant data on each child’s background and needs.
• Encourage children to accept support, including rehabilitation and reintegration options.
• Liaise with families where appropriate to support reunification efforts.
• Follow up consistently with identified children to monitor progress and well-being.
• Support the coordination of feeding initiatives and basic welfare activities.
• Work closely with the organization’s team to ensure accurate reporting and case tracking.
• Provide general support in the outreach programmes and child welfare activities.

Requirements:

• A degree in Social Work. Additional training or experience in social work, community development, or related fields is an advantage.
• Must currently reside in, or have strong familiarity with, one or more of the following areas: Oshodi Isolo, Mushin, Ajeromi Ifelodun, Ajah Lekki, Lagos Mainland, including Makoko and Iwaya, Kosofe, and Somolu.
• Ability to communicate effectively and interact with children and community members.
• Compassionate, patient, and resilient, with a genuine interest in supporting vulnerable children.
• Strong observational and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in field-based environments.
• Basic computer skills and record-keeping ability.

Additional Information:

• This is a field-based role requiring regular movement within assigned communities.
• Candidates should be physically able to carry out outreach activities.
• A strong commitment to child protection and safeguarding is essential.
• Local language skills relevant to the areas listed are highly desirable.