The Armenian Association of Social Workers invites qualified professionals to join the teams of its Social Work Hubs as Social Workers.

Social Work Hubs provide psychosocial and socio-economic support to displaced and vulnerable populations, while promoting their social activation, self-reliance, and community inclusion. The Social Worker is responsible for direct work with beneficiaries, case management, as well as facilitating socio-economic activation and continuous positive follow-up.

Duty Station

The position is based in the following communities:

• Armavir (including Armavir and Vagharshapat communities)
• Hrazdan (Hrazdan consolidated community)
• Abovyan (Abovyan consolidated community)
• Masis (Masis consolidated community)
• Goris
• Yerevan

Applicants are required to indicate their preferred location in the application.

Duration

April 1 – December 30, 2026

Position Objective

To provide comprehensive social support to beneficiaries through a casework approach, promoting their socio-economic activation, capacity development, and sustainable self-reliance.

Scope of Responsibilities

Case Management and Needs Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of beneficiaries’ social, economic, and psychosocial needs
• Develop Individual Social Plans with clear objectives and measurable outcomes
• Ensure active participation of beneficiaries in planning and implementation
• Regularly review and update intervention plans

Socio-Economic Activation and Positive Follow-Up

• Support beneficiaries in identifying and accessing employment, income-generating, and self-employment opportunities
• Facilitate development of beneficiaries’ skills (life skills, employability, etc.)
• Provide continuous follow-up and guidance (case follow-up/coaching) to ensure sustainable outcomes
• Support beneficiaries in goal-setting, maintaining motivation, and tracking progress
• Encourage active participation in programmes and community life

Social Counseling and Support

• Provide individual counseling sessions
• Organize group meetings and peer support groups
• Support beneficiaries in addressing social challenges
• Ensure continuity and accessibility of services

Referral and Interagency Cooperation

• Facilitate referrals to relevant services (healthcare, education, employment, etc.)
• Accompany beneficiaries to services when needed
• Follow up on referral outcomes and effectiveness
• Cooperate with local self-government bodies, territorial social service centers, and other institutions

Teamwork

• Work within a multidisciplinary team
• Participate in case discussions and case conferences

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain complete case documentation in accordance with established formats
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of data
• Prepare periodic reports
• Participate in monitoring and evaluation processes

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Higher education in Social Work
• At least 2 years of professional experience in the field of social work
• Experience in socio-economic programmes or employment-related work is an asset
• Experience working with vulnerable groups is an asset
• Computer literacy (MS Office and online tools)
• Excellent command of Armenian (knowledge of English is an asset)

Application Procedure

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivation letter (maximum 1 page), clearly indicating:
  • the position applied for
  • preferred duty station

Applications should be sent to procurement@aasw.org, indicating in the subject line: “Social Worker – [community]”

Application deadline: March 28, 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for an interview, which may include a practical assignment.