Overview
The Caregiver will perform routine duties related to the assistance, care and provision of services to Unaccompanied Migrant Children (UMC) residing in the assigned shelter.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the daily operations of the center.
- Ensure the implementation of the individual daily program of the beneficiaries.
- Provide guidance and support to beneficiaries in maintaining rules of personal hygiene, cleanliness and home economy.
- Update the coordinator about the adequacy of all necessary materials and take care of their timely replenishment, receipt, storage, and maintenance.
- Oversee and prevent any damage to equipment, facilities and building of the accommodation center.
- Maintain and update the entry-exit book of minors and visitors of the center.
- Handle crisis and emergency situations effectively.
- Communicate and coordinate with local authorities.
- Ensure security of accommodated children on 24-hour shifts.
Required Experience
- Experience or training in a subject relevant to child protection, protection of unaccompanied minors, vulnerability management, reception of applicants for international protection or integration of recognized beneficiaries of international protection.
- Familiar with direct assistance to migrants and/or refugees and particularly with children;
- Previous experience in a similar role preferred;
- Experience with diverse populations and cultural sensitivity;
- Experience working in a multi-cultural environment;
- Willingness to work on day/night shifts, during holidays and weekends;
- Positive records of previous experience in a similar field;
- Valid driver’s license with at least five years of driving experience will be an asset.
Qualifications
High school degree in Greece or proven attendance at a foreign school.
