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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Social Worker Grade 1 to 4
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS70/2025
  Valkenberg Hospital
 
Note:
“Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status”. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical assessment. The pool of applicants will be considered for other similar posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
A valid driver’s licence.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Ability to render a clinical social work practise as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a Specialist Acute Mental Health Care setting. Sound knowledge and skills in psycho-social assessment, family and individual counselling skills. Knowledge of relevant statutory processes. Computer literacy. Experience in working with vulnerable clients.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification as a Social Worker that allows for registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals (SACSSP).
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP. Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social worker with the SACSSP.
 
Enquiries:
Ms Siviwe Mdunyelwa, tel. no. (021) 8265838
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Provide clinical social work services with regards to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities. Utilise specialist knowledge and skills to conduct psychosocial assessments, counsel individuals and families, network effectively internally with the multi-disciplinary team as well as with relevant external role players, conduct appropriate referrals to relevant role players / stake holders, actively contribute to development of care and safety plans. Deliver accountable services through the application of the Social Work Administrative process. Ensure continued professional development by keeping updated with developments in the field.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the SACSSP as a social worker. Proof of current registration essential.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 308 247- R 362 439 per annum, Grade 2: R 376 416- 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 Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
2/21/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 3/7/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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