About the Role
The Department of Social Development is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their team in the vibrant city of Cape Town, Western Cape. This role plays a crucial part in the community, ensuring the care, support, and protection of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, and communities. By providing essential social work services, you will directly contribute to the enhancement of social well-being and stability in the region. Your efforts will support those in need, making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals facing various challenges.
As a Social Worker, you will engage in a variety of programs, including case work, group work, and community work, aimed at addressing social instability and empowering those you serve. This position not only requires a relevant qualification but also a passion for helping others and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Your work will help foster a stronger, more resilient community in Cape Town, making this role both rewarding and vital.
About the Department
The Department of Social Development is dedicated to promoting social development and welfare within South Africa. Its mission is to create an inclusive society by providing services that support vulnerable populations and advocate for their rights. Working in this department means being part of a team that strives to improve the quality of life for South Africans through effective social work practices and community engagement. Your contribution here will resonate throughout the community and help shape a more equitable society.
What You’ll Do
- Provide social work services focused on the care, support, and protection of vulnerable populations.
- Conduct case work, group work, and community work to promote social stability.
- Attend to matters related to social instability and implement interventions to mitigate risks.
- Supervise and support Social Auxiliary Workers in their professional development.
- Engage in continuous professional development and stay updated on social work practices.
- Handle administrative tasks related to your social work duties.
What You’ll Need
- A Bachelor of Social Work degree that allows for professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.
- Registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.
- Experience requirements based on grade level:
- Grade 1: No experience required.
- Grade 2: At least 10 years of relevant experience.
- Grade 3: At least 20 years of relevant experience.
- Grade 4: At least 30 years of relevant experience.
- Knowledge of social work theory, human behaviour, and relevant legislation.
- Strong skills in communication, problem-solving, planning, and client orientation.
- Ability to mentor and empower individuals and communities.
How to Apply
All applications must be hand delivered at: 389 Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria. To submit an application online, click the link under the post you wish to apply for. Attach only a copy of CV and completed Z83.
Requirements
A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social 230 Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Human behaviours and social systems and skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well-being; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Relevant legislations, policies and prescripts (norms and standards); Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others.
Skills in the following: Challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; Written and verbal communication; Report-writing; Self- management; Motivation; Good planning and organizing; Problem solving and analytical; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Client orientation and customer focus; Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; Ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves; Ability to mentor and coach Social Workers Grade 1.
