Social Worker

About the role

The Social Worker will support residents, primarily teenage girls, and their babies in Westlands, Nairobi. You will ensure their safety, wellbeing, and personal development while collaborating with local schools, health facilities, and community partners.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise residents and their infants, guaranteeing a safe and nurturing environment.
• Provide social support, guidance, and basic counselling.
• Conduct home and school visits and compile monthly progress reports.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, health centres, children’s services, and other stakeholders.
• Teach life‑skills and facilitate personal growth programmes.
• Organise orientation and induction for new residents.
• Coordinate medical, clinical and other essential appointments.
• Maintain accurate, confidential case records.
• Promote positive communication among residents, staff and management.
• Participate in training and professional development activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Community Development or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in social work, preferably with teenage girls.
• Strong understanding of social work principles and ethics.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and report‑writing abilities.
• Organisational, problem‑solving and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive monthly salary (KES 45,000‑60,000).
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive team environment focused on community impact.