Job Description
Who We Are
SOS Children’s Villages Jordan is a national non-profit organization established in 1983 to provide alternative care for children and young people who have lost parental care or are at risk of losing it.
What distinguishes our care model is the provision of holistic care that addresses the needs of children and young people across areas including care, accommodation, education, skills development, protection, social integration, health, livelihoods, and social and emotional well-being.
The Association is guided by the United Nations Guidelines for the Alternative Care of Children and the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Its efforts are also aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Job Purpose
To assess beneficiaries at disability centers and within their natural environments; develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for persons with disabilities; provide educational, instructional, and rehabilitative support; document sessions; empower beneficiaries and develop their skills; train families; and work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective community inclusion.
Key Responsibilities
Educational Assessment
- Assess beneficiaries’ abilities and needs to identify their strengths and educational and rehabilitation requirements.
- Evaluate educational and rehabilitation capacities, identifying strengths and areas for improvement using standardized assessment tools.
- Train beneficiaries in academic, social, and communication skills.
- Apply behavior modification strategies to reinforce positive behaviors and reduce undesirable behaviors.
- Complete assessment forms approved by the Ministry and included them in beneficiaries’ case files.
Development and Implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) based on assessment results, including short-term and long-term goals.
- Deliver educational, training, and rehabilitation sessions for people with disabilities.
- Develop comprehensive intervention programs in collaboration with beneficiaries and their families and deliver specialized sessions.
Educational Intervention and Empowerment
- Design and implement educational and training activities appropriate to the target group.
- Empower beneficiaries to achieve the highest possible level of independence and participate actively in educational and community environments.
- Train beneficiaries in daily living skills, including self-care, within their everyday environments.
- Enhance communication, social interaction, and integration skills within educational settings.
- Apply evidence-based educational intervention strategies.
Comprehensive Beneficiary Assessment
- Conduct initial and periodic assessments to determine beneficiaries’ performance levels and individual needs.
- Assess beneficiaries referred by disability centers and identify their needs using approved standardized assessment tools.
- Analyze each beneficiary’s strengths and areas for improvement to determine the suitability of available alternatives and support services.
- Assess developmental, cognitive, academic, and behavioral aspects; analyze findings to develop appropriate IEPs and recommendations; and monitor progress.
- Complete official assessment forms approved by the Ministry following each visit and submitting them to the direct supervisor.
Documentation Following Each Visit
- Document every session and field visit immediately upon completion, using the approved project documentation template.
- Prepare a detailed report after each visit, covering services provided, the beneficiary’s level of engagement and response, and the next steps.
- Maintain and regularly update beneficiary records within the organization’s documentation system.
- Prepare comprehensive individual reports covering academic and cognitive development, social and communication skills, behavioral progress, training sessions delivered, family support provided and expected outcomes.
- Document challenges, observations, recommendations, and follow-up plans.
- Submit periodic reports to the direct supervisor and discuss them during team meetings.
Rehabilitation and Empowerment Plans
- Develop and implement individualized transition plans that identify specific needs, required support services, and clear timelines.
- Empower beneficiaries by training them in daily living and self-care skills within their everyday environments.
- Review individualized plans regularly and revise them based on the progress achieved.
Family Support and Training Plans
- Develop family support plans that define the family’s roles and responsibilities in implementing the intervention plan.
- Organize training sessions for parents and caregivers on best practices for supporting their family members with disabilities.
- Train families in effective communication, managing daily challenges, and strengthening caregiving skills.
- Assess the family and surrounding environment, including social and psychological circumstances, available resources, and the suitability and readiness of the physical environment to support the beneficiary.
- Provide ongoing psychosocial support to families and establish a clear mechanism for reporting any suspected cases of abuse or violence.
Multidisciplinary Teamwork
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team comprising a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, special education specialist, speech and language therapist, and psychologist.
- Actively participate in weekly team meetings and case conferences to ensure the coordinated delivery of services.
- Coordinate with team members to develop joint intervention plans and avoid duplication of services.
- Refer cases to relevant specialists when necessary and ensure regular information sharing.
Training and Professional Development
- Attend all professional training sessions and workshops organized by the organization, the Ministry, or partner entities.
- Commit to continuous professional development and stay informed about the latest practices in the field of specialization.
- Participate in internal capacity-building activities and share knowledge and experience with colleagues.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in special education or a related field.
- At least three years of practical experience assessing children with disabilities and developing individualized plans.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with families and within multidisciplinary teams.
- Specialized training or certifications in behavior modification, early intervention, and educational assessment and diagnosis are preferred.
- Flexibility and the ability to work in beneficiaries’ homes, disability centers, and diverse environments.
How to Apply
- If you are interested in this position and believe you have the qualifications and experience required, we invite you to apply through our official website.
- SOS Children’s Villages Jordan is firmly committed to child safeguarding and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse in all forms, whether in the workplace or in the communities where the organization operates.
- The recruitment and selection process is based on technical competence and alignment with organizational values. Comprehensive background checks, including a criminal record clearance certificate and reference checks, will be conducted for the selected candidate.
- SOS Children’s Villages Jordan is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.