About the Role
The Department of Social Development is seeking dedicated Social Workers for its Social Work Services in the vibrant city of Cape Town, located in the Western Cape. In this crucial role, you will provide essential social work services aimed at the care, support, protection, and development of vulnerable individuals, families, groups, and communities. Your work will be a vital contribution to public service, enhancing social well-being and stability for those who need it most. By engaging with various programmes, you will address the unique challenges faced by these communities and help foster a more inclusive society.
As a Social Worker, you will not only support individuals in distress but also supervise and mentor Social Auxiliary Workers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality social services. This role is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, promoting positive change and resilience within the community. Your expertise will enable you to develop and empower those around you, creating a supportive environment that fosters growth and recovery.
About the Department
The Department of Social Development plays a pivotal role in promoting social justice and welfare across South Africa. It is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of individuals and communities, particularly those who are vulnerable and marginalized. The department’s mission is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves access to social services that can improve their well-being and help them thrive. Working within this department means you will be part of a team that is committed to fostering human rights, dignity, and equality for all citizens.
What You’ll Do
- Render social work services to support vulnerable individuals, families, and communities.
- Engage in case work, group work, and community initiatives to promote social welfare.
- Supervise and support Social Auxiliary Workers to ensure effective service delivery.
- Stay updated on developments in social work and welfare practices.
- Perform necessary administrative functions related to social work services.
- Address social instability issues that may arise within the community.
What You’ll Need
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work) enabling registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.
- Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker.
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience for Grade 2, 20 years for Grade 3, or 30 years for Grade 4 positions.
- Knowledge of social work theory, interventions, and relevant legislation.
- Strong skills in communication, problem-solving, and client orientation.
- Ability to mentor and coach junior Social Workers.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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 237 as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Human behaviour 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.
