Clinical Social Worker – Special Need/Arabic (Al Dhafra)

The Clinical Social Worker helps patients with special needs and their families address emotional, social, environmental and practical challenges affecting wellbeing. Based in Al Dhafra, the role involves psychosocial assessment, suitable interventions, case coordination and communication in Arabic where needed, supporting care that considers each person’s wider circumstances.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess social, emotional, financial, environmental and family factors connected with a patient’s presenting concerns.
• Develop appropriate support plans and coordinate interventions that promote wellbeing, coping and access to services.
• Communicate with patients, caregivers and relevant professionals to understand needs and agree practical next steps.
• Prioritise and manage a changing caseload, recognising urgent concerns and arranging timely escalation when required.
• Work with healthcare teams and community resources to support integrated care for people with special needs.
• Maintain clear case notes, reports, referral information and confidential records.
• Follow professional, safeguarding, quality and facility procedures and contribute to service improvement.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A recognised qualification in Social Work or a related field is expected.
• Relevant clinical or healthcare social-work experience is important, particularly with people with special needs.
• Arabic communication ability is required by the role title and service needs.
• Applicants should meet applicable licensing or professional registration requirements.
• Experience with psychosocial assessment, family support and multidisciplinary coordination is advantageous.

Skills and Professional Expectations

• Empathy, active listening and culturally sensitive communication.
• Strong assessment, case prioritisation and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain boundaries.
• Collaborative, patient-centred practice and clear documentation.

The successful candidate should maintain accurate records, communicate clearly and follow relevant safety, confidentiality, quality and professional standards. Teamwork, sound judgement and timely escalation of concerns are important.

Employment Details

This is a full-time opportunity based in Al Dhafra, United Arab Emirates. Use the application link in this listing to submit your interest. Shift, roster, on-call or site duties depend on the role.