Social Development
Job Purpose
The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government, seeks suitably qualified and competent social workers to provide social work services within the service delivery areas through the promotion of social change, problem-solving in human relationships, and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being.
Minimum Requirements
- A formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a 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 of 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 of 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 of appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions
Recommendation
- A valid (Code B or higher) driving license (People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply)
Key Performance Areas
- Provide social work services for the care, support, protection, and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, and communities through relevant programs (casework, group work, and community work)
- Address matters resulting from social instability
- Supervise and support social auxiliary workers
- Stay updated with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields
- Perform all administrative functions required for the job
Competencies
- Knowledge of:
- Relevant legislation, policy, and prescripts (norms and standards)
- Supervision framework for Social Workers
- Human behavior and social systems and skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments to promote social well-being
- Social Work theory and interventions
- Information and Knowledge Management
- Protocol and professional ethics
- Social dynamics, work values, and principles
- Developing and empowering others
- Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination, and exclusion
- Ability to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, families, groups, organizations, 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 enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress, and use resources effectively
- Proven computer literacy
- Report writing skills
- Self-management skills
- Good planning and organizational skills
- Presentation and facilitation skills
- Client orientation and customer focus
- Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk, and unable to protect themselves
Remuneration
- Grade 1: R 308 247 – R 362 439 per annum
- Grade 2: R 376 417 – R 436 014 per annum
- Grade 3: R 452 667 – R 532 113 per annum
- Grade 4: R 554 919 – R 687 918 per annum
(Note: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for OSD include all costs related to service benefits or obligations, such as basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc.)
Notes
- Shortlisted candidates must submit documentation for verification and criminal record vetting
- Candidates will be required to attend interviews and may undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests
- The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department
- By applying, candidates consent to the Western Cape Government contacting previous employers for employment references, including disciplinary records and reasons for leaving
Application Assistance
For technical support with online applications, contact the helpline at 0861 370 214 (Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00). For queries related to the position, contact the enquiries person listed in the advert.
Ensure application submission before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Apply now at…https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co/candidateapp/Jobs/View/WCG240527-3?source=LinkedInLimitedListings
