22 Community Health jobs in the United Arab Emirates

• Ensures being involved in the daily management of workload allocation within the specialist area, taking into account the changing/competing demands, and making decisions about prioritization of caseloads
• Oversees and supervises junior staff and ensures their abidance to ongoing rules and policies as applied and implemented in the Section/Department/Facility
  

• Manages frequent exposure to highly distressing and emotional circumstances, and maintain substantial mental effort through frequent and intense levels of concentration and attention
• Carries out initial comprehensive person- centered psychosocial assessments, plan and implement individual strategies of care to meet identified needs in conjunction with the service user, care giver and members of the multi-disciplinary team as appropriate and update the patient file history as required by JCI.
• Maintains and promulgate the highest standards of clinical record keeping including electronic data entry and recording, report writing and the responsible exercise of professional self- governance in accordance with professional codes of practice
• Prepares and acts as an advocate for the patient in ensuring that their expressed wishes are central when planning care to meet the patient long term care needs
• Promotes and informing an awareness of social care/social work context and anti-
  

• Respects the rights of the individual service user and their families, embracing values, spiritual beliefs and customs
• Serves as an advocate for patients and families in ensuring that their expressed wishes are central when planning care to meet the clients long term care needs
• Maintains and enforces confidential information about patients, staff, and others in accordance with professional codes of conduct and relevant legislation
• Promotes, enables and empower individuals, families and carers through representation of rights; advocacy; nurturing strengths and capacities to make informed choices about highly complex life decisions
• Liaises effectively with other agencies including government and charities involved in the care of individuals thereby maintaining and enhancing close professional working relationships
• Collaborates and network and liaise with other professionals and external organizations to provide services to individuals, families and carers and to challenge and question when necessary in the best interests of the user
  

• Previous experience with direct patient care in a medical/healthcare setting.
  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or equivalent AND Master Degree in Social Work.
  

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 04/22/2025

We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic Social Worker to join our team and support our school students. The ideal candidate will work closely with students, families, and staff to provide guidance, counseling, and support services that promote student well-being and academic success.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide individual and group counseling to students facing social, emotional, or academic challenges.
2. Collaborate with teachers, school leadership, and parents to support students’ social and emotional development.
3. Develop and implement intervention strategies and support plans.
4. Facilitate communication between the school, families, and external agencies when needed.
5. Conduct assessments and maintain accurate case records.
6. Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.
7. Lead workshops and information sessions for students and parents on topics such as mental health, bullying prevention, and conflict resolution.

Mandatory Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work.
2. Holding a UAE Social Worker license or eligibility for licensing.
3. English proficiency at a minimum B2 or C1 level.
4. Strong understanding of child and adolescent development.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Previous experience working in the UAE educational sector.
2. Familiarity with local cultural sensitivities and legal frameworks related to student welfare.
3. Fluency in Spanish.

Additional Information:

We welcome applications from Emirati nationals.

Highly Competitive Salary: Aligned with leading schools in the region.

Modern and innovative teaching environment.

Professional Growth & Development: Access to training programs and career advancement.

Supportive Leadership: Mentorship from experienced educational leaders.

Collaborative Culture: Opportunities for cross-curricular projects and teamwork.

International Networking: Global connections with educators and institutions.

Tuition Discounts: Scholarship benefits for teaching staff’s children.

We are currently seeking an emotionally intelligent Social Worker to join our team.

If you are a compassionate professional with expertise in social work, we invite you to apply for the position of Social Worker and become part of our team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in people's lives.

Position: Social Worker (Arabic Speaker)

Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, manage, and implement support packages to help clients deal with difficulties and overcome dependencies.
• Help individuals enhance their capacities & improve their daily lives and experiences.
• Within specified standards and timescales, provide support and guidance, fostering positive change and contributing to the well-being of our community.
• Address each case as a unit and set tailored measurable goals.
• Monitor and evaluate clients' progress and modify treatment plans accordingly.
• Offer information and counseling on the best course of action during sessions.
• Maintain accurate records and report on clients' status.
• Act as a key worker and cooperate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Help patients in recovery.

Qualifications:

• Proven work experience as a Social Worker.
• Working knowledge of social theories and practices.
• Social perceptiveness and empathy.
• Ability to build and maintain professional helping relationships.
• Ability to relate and communicate with diverse populations and groups.
• Resilience along with the ability to assess situations.
• Willing to submit to background checks.
• Experience handling Special Needs in Family and Children.

Skills:

• BSc degree in social work (BSW), psychology, or sociology.
• Minimum 2 years healthcare experience.

If you are a compassionate professional with expertise in social work, we invite you to apply for the position of Social Worker and become part of our team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in people's lives.

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Social Worker for Al Danah Charter School in Abu Dhabi commencing AY 2025-2026.

Al Danah Charter School is an American Curriculum school in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognised and admired curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching and learning, Al Danah Charter School is a great place to work. It has an exciting, diverse, and progressive learning community that is committed to fulfilling the National Agenda for our Emirati students. Our learning culture is under pinned by our mission statement, Excite, Challenge, Empower allowing all students to thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Main Duties:

• Help students enhance personal, social, and academic growth

• Monitor the progress of individual students

• Make contact with parents to discuss student behaviour

• Take steps to prevent bullying and support victims of bullying

• Help students develop job search skills, such as resume writing and interviewing techniques

• Help students understand and deal with social, behaviour, and personal problems

• Emphasize preventive and developmental counselling to provide students with life skills needed to deal with problems before they worsen and to enhance students' personal, social, and academic growth.

• Provide special services such as conflict resolution classes; identify cases of domestic abuse and other family problems that can affect a student's development

GROUP COUNSELLING:

• Identifies areas that would be appropriate for intervention in the form of group counselling and regularly forms and leads appropriate groups.

• Utilizes both large (classroom) groups and small groups to make appropriate academic and behavioural interventions.

CAREER COUNSELING:

• Coordinates with the Counsellors regarding career options for students and provides appropriate information to students regarding careers.

• Assists the counsellors in providing students with information for career exploration and selection to assist them in making appropriate academic course selections relating to their interests.

• Maintains an appropriate library/database relating to various careers for students to utilize in their career explorations.

PERSONAL COUNSELLING:

• Works with individual students and groups of students in regards to appropriate social development issues.

• Maintains an awareness of cultural influences regarding social development of adolescents.

• Monitors students who may be at risk in regards to social issues and makes appropriate referrals for interventions outside of school in consultation with parents

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science/Education in Social Work

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience in school counselling or other counselling experience required

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Appropriate license to carryout student counselling

• Strong interpersonal skills with both students and parents

• Demonstrable organizational skills

• Strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust, and confidence

• Must possess high emotional and physical energy to handle the array of problems addressed.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.

Specific qualifications required for this role:

• Teaching Credential/License
• Other Certification

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Adoption Social Worker to guide and support children, birth parents, and adoptive families through the adoption process. The successful candidate will handle assessments, counseling, placement coordination, and post-adoption support to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.

• Conduct home studies, family assessments, and background checks for prospective adoptive parents.

• Provide counseling and education to birth parents considering adoption.

• Support adoptive families through the application and placement process.

• Facilitate matching of children with suitable adoptive families, prioritizing the childs best interests.

• Prepare and maintain accurate case records, reports, and legal documentation in compliance with agency policies and state laws.

• Serve as a liaison between birth parents, adoptive families, legal teams, and adoption agencies.

• Offer crisis intervention and emotional support throughout the adoption process.

• Conduct post-placement visits to monitor adjustment and ensure child well-being.

• Develop and deliver adoption education workshops or group sessions as needed.

• Collaborate with other social workers, counselors, and community organizations to provide holistic support services.

• Stay current with adoption laws, policies, and best practices.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work (BSW/MSW) or a related field.

• State licensure or certification as required for practicing social work.

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in child welfare, family services, or adoption work preferred.

• Strong knowledge of adoption laws, processes, and family dynamics.

• Excellent communication, counseling, and mediation skills.

• Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to handle emotionally complex situations.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and record-keeping.

• Ability to work flexible hours and travel locally for home visits and meetings as required.

• Commitment to child safety, welfare, and ethical practice.

Job Title: Psychologist / Social Worker / Family Counsellor

Job Type: Full Time (Permanent)

Job Location: Abu Dhabi

Job Description:

• Experience and Qualifications:
• Doctorate or Masters Degree in Psychology, Social Service, or Family Counseling.
• License and certificates as social care professionals in Abu Dhabi.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in family counseling, psychological counseling, or social service.
• Nationality: Emirati, Gulf, Arab.
• Job Duties:
• Providing family counseling/psychological treatment and intervening in family crises.
• Offering various types of family/psychological/social counseling.
• Receiving and classifying cases that need psychological support.
• Studying cases of emotional disturbance and behavioral deviation.
• Organizing awareness sessions in the fields of psychological, social, and economic counseling.
• Organizing and managing therapy, group counseling, and family support groups.
• Conducting research and studies related to psychological, family, and social problems.
• Planning and implementing studies on various segments of society.

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Social Worker for Al Danah Charter School in Abu Dhabi commencing AY 2025-2026.

Al Danah Charter School is an American Curriculum school in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognised and admired curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching and learning, Al Danah Charter School is a great place to work. It has an exciting, diverse, and progressive learning community that is committed to fulfilling the National Agenda for our Emirati students. Our learning culture is under pinned by our mission statement, Excite, Challenge, Empower allowing all students to thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Main Duties:

• Help students enhance personal, social, and academic growth

• Monitor the progress of individual students

• Make contact with parents to discuss student behaviour

• Take steps to prevent bullying and support victims of bullying

• Help students develop job search skills, such as resume writing and interviewing techniques

• Help students understand and deal with social, behaviour, and personal problems

• Emphasize preventive and developmental counselling to provide students with life skills needed to deal with problems before they worsen and to enhance students’ personal, social, and academic growth.

• Provide special services such as conflict resolution classes; identify cases of domestic abuse and other family problems that can affect a student’s development

GROUP COUNSELLING:

• Identifies areas that would be appropriate for intervention in the form of group counselling and regularly forms and leads appropriate groups.

• Utilizes both large (classroom) groups and small groups to make appropriate academic and behavioural interventions.

CAREER COUNSELING:

• Coordinates with the Counsellors regarding career options for students and provides appropriate information to students regarding careers.

• Assists the counsellors in providing students with information for career exploration and selection to assist them in making appropriate academic course selections relating to their interests.

• Maintains an appropriate library/database relating to various careers for students to utilize in their career explorations.

PERSONAL COUNSELLING:

• Works with individual students and groups of students in regards to appropriate social development issues.

• Maintains an awareness of cultural influences regarding social development of adolescents.

• Monitors students who may be at risk in regards to social issues and makes appropriate referrals for interventions outside of school in consultation with parents

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science/Education in Social Work

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience in school counselling or other counselling experience required

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Appropriate license to carryout student counselling

• Strong interpersonal skills with both students and parents

• Demonstrable organizational skills

• Strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust, and confidence

• Must possess high emotional and physical energy to handle the array of problems addressed.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.

Specific qualifications required for this role:

• Teaching Credential/License
• Other Certification

Aldar Education are currently seeking an outstanding Social Worker for Al Danah Charter School in Abu Dhabi commencing AY 2025-2026.

Al Danah Charter School is an American Curriculum school in the beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. With our globally recognised and admired curriculum, dedicated and passionate practitioners and outstanding teaching and learning, Al Danah Charter School is a great place to work. It has an exciting, diverse, and progressive learning community that is committed to fulfilling the National Agenda for our Emirati students. Our learning culture is under pinned by our mission statement, Excite, Challenge, Empower allowing all students to thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Main Duties:

• Help students enhance personal, social, and academic growth

• Monitor the progress of individual students

• Make contact with parents to discuss student behaviour

• Take steps to prevent bullying and support victims of bullying

• Help students develop job search skills, such as resume writing and interviewing techniques

• Help students understand and deal with social, behaviour, and personal problems

• Emphasize preventive and developmental counselling to provide students with life skills needed to deal with problems before they worsen and to enhance students’ personal, social, and academic growth.

• Provide special services such as conflict resolution classes; identify cases of domestic abuse and other family problems that can affect a student’s development

GROUP COUNSELLING:

• Identifies areas that would be appropriate for intervention in the form of group counselling and regularly forms and leads appropriate groups.

• Utilizes both large (classroom) groups and small groups to make appropriate academic and behavioural interventions.

CAREER COUNSELING:

• Coordinates with the Counsellors regarding career options for students and provides appropriate information to students regarding careers.

• Assists the counsellors in providing students with information for career exploration and selection to assist them in making appropriate academic course selections relating to their interests.

• Maintains an appropriate library/database relating to various careers for students to utilize in their career explorations.

PERSONAL COUNSELLING:

• Works with individual students and groups of students in regards to appropriate social development issues.

• Maintains an awareness of cultural influences regarding social development of adolescents.

• Monitors students who may be at risk in regards to social issues and makes appropriate referrals for interventions outside of school in consultation with parents

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science/Education in Social Work

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience in school counselling or other counselling experience required

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Appropriate license to carryout student counselling

• Strong interpersonal skills with both students and parents

• Demonstrable organizational skills

• Strong desire to help others and should be able to inspire respect, trust, and confidence

• Must possess high emotional and physical energy to handle the array of problems addressed.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.

Specific qualifications required for this role:

• Teaching Credential/License
• Other Certification