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Welfare Officer

Welfare Officer (Ministry of Labour & Social Security)

Assesses and administers social welfare benefits for vulnerable Jamaicans — elderly, disabled, and poor households.

Typical Salary
J$1.5M
to J$3M per year
Open Roles
300+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Stable
Social protection focus
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Career Paths

Welfare ClerkWelfare OfficerSenior Welfare OfficerParish Manager (MLSS)

Salary Range in Jamaica

Mid J$2.2M
Entry: J$1.5MSenior: J$3M

Key Skills

Benefits assessment
Home visits
Eligibility verification
Case management
Community outreach
Report writing
Advocacy
Data entry

Education

Minimum Entry

  • BSc Social Work or Social Sciences
  • Diploma in Social Work

Preferred

  • MSc Social Policy
  • Certificate in Welfare Administration

Professional Qualifications

  • BSc Social Sciences (UWI/UTech)
  • MLSS appointment
  • MSc Social Policy (advantageous)
  • HEART/NSTA Community Care Level 2

Market Trend

▬ Stable Demand
JanJunDec

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