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GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
It is the department’s intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required.
CLOSING DATE : 17 September 2021
NOTE : The Department also urges all designated groups applying for positions to please direct your applications to the Employment Equity Office for attention of Mr O Mkhabela. All applicants are also encouraged to number the pages of their CV and the attached certified documents Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The old prescribed application for employment form Z83 was withdrawn with effect from 31 December 2020. As per the Government Gazette No: 43872, any applicant who submits an application on or after 1 January 2021 must do so on the new prescribed Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. The fully completed and signed Z83 form should be accompanied by a recently updated, comprehensive CV as well as copies of all academic qualification(s) including the matric certificate, Identity document and driver’s licence (where applicable) and any other relevant documents. Applicants must submit copies of qualification, identity documents and driver’s license (where appropriate) and any other relevant documents. Such copies need not be certified when applying for a post. The communication from the HR of the department regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, will not be considered. No faxed, copied or e-mailed application will be considered. Where a driver’s license is essential, such a license should be attached. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All appointments are subject to the verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks and security vetting. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend generic managerial competency assessment (where applicable). The department reserves the right to fill or not to fill the vacant post. The successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD that will be reviewed based on performance expiration. Applicants must take note that due to COVID-19 pandemic, the Gauteng Department of Social Development will comply with Health and Safety Regulations.
ERRATUM: Kindly note that the following 3 posts were advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 dated 27 August 2021. The salary has been amended as follows: Salary: R794 889 per annum (all-inclusive package which includes basic salary of 70% of the package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the package and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable MMS guidelines per annum) for the post of Community Development Manager X3: Johannesburg Metro Region X2: SD/2021/08/05 and Tshwane Region X1: SD/2021/08/04)
ERRATUM: Kindly note that the following 3 posts were advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 dated 27 August 2021. The salary has been amended as follows: Salary: R794 889 per annum (all-inclusive package which includes basic salary of 70% of the package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the package and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable MMS guidelines per annum) for the post of Community Development Manager X3: Johannesburg Metro Region X2: SD/2021/08/05 and Tshwane Region X1: SD/2021/08/04)
OTHER POSTS
SOCIAL WORK MANAGER GRADE 1: INTAKE AND FIELD REF NO: SD/2021/09/01
SALARY : R794 889 – R1 100 325 per annum, (within the OSD Framework)
CENTRE : Soshanguve Secure Care Centre
REQUIREMENTS : A Degree in Social Work. Registration with the South Africa Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker. Minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience in Social Worker after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP. Knowledge and understanding of Social dynamics, human behaviour and social systems. Knowledge of Social legislation, policies and ethical practices governing field and intake programmes. Knowledge of Social Work empowerment interventions. Skills and Competencies: Communication, Ability to intervene and resolve conflict of a complex nature, Problem solving, Planning and organizing work for junior staff, Non-judgmental, Understanding, Assertive and Caring. A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Provision of guidance of Social Work legislation. Management of Social Work interventions. Social empowerment of individuals, families, groups and communities. Conducting Social Work research programmes. Stakeholder support. Reporting on Social Work programmes. Management of Sub-Directorate: Manage of staff training & development, manage sub-directorate budget, manage projects allocated to the sub-directorate, manage staff performance and manage sub-directorate leave plan.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Maluleke Tel No: (012) 730 2015
APPLICATIONS : The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). Applications can be delivered to- The Gauteng Department of Social Development. Soshanguve Secure Care Centre, Soutpan Road Soshanguve
FOR ATTENTION : Ms A MalulekeTel No: (012) 730 2015.
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPHY GRADE 1 REF NO: SD/2021/09/02
SALARY : R356 535 - R419 979 per annum, (within the OSD Framework).
CENTRE : Soshanguve Secure Care Centre
REQUIREMENTS : Degree in Occupational Therapy. A valid proof of registration with Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Knowledge of Legislative and Policy framework governing the practice of Occupational Therapy. Knowledge of systems, procedures and processes regulating Occupational Therapy in the Institutional environment. Skills and Competencies: Problem Identification, therapy design and intervention, rehabilitative, monitoring, assessment and reporting skills.
DUTIES : Occupational Therapy Assessments: Conduct occupational therapy assessments and Determine the level of functional independence of beneficiaries. Designing of Occupational Therapy intervention: Design appropriate physical exercises for strength and dexterity. Implementation of Occupational Therapy interventions. Management of rehabilitation programmes: Design and implement recovery programmes for patients with extremity injuries. Participation in the Multi-Disciplinary Team: Provide professional opinion to the team.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Maluleke Tel No: (012) 730 2015
APPLICATIONS : The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). Applications can be delivered to- The Gauteng Department of Social Development. Soshanguve Secure Care Centre, Soutpan Road Soshanguve for attention Ms A Maluleke (012) 730 2015
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR GRADE 1 REF NO: SD/2021/09/03 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R341 322 – R634 974 per annum, (within the OSD framework)
CENTRE : Soshanguve Secure Care
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor’s degree in Social Worker with 7 years appropriate/ recognizable experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Services (SACSSP). Submission of valid proof of registration with the council. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge of and understanding of human behaviour and social systems and skills to ensure that supervisees intervene efficiently and effectively at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well-being. The ability and competence to ensure that supervisees assist, advocate and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capacities, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources, effectively and efficiently. Knowledge of applicable and relevant legislations and policies in this field of work and the ability to compile complex reports. Skills and Competencies: Good conflict resolution and people management skills. Computer literate and excellent verbal and written communication skills. NB: Applicants to indicate where they are applying at a Region or Institution.
DUTIES : Ensure that a Social Work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, group, families and communities through the relevant programmes is rendered. Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. Supervise and advise Social Workers, Social Auxiliary Workers and volunteers to ensure an effective Social Work Services. Keep up to date with new developments in the social work field. Supervise all the administrative functions required in the unit and undertake the higher-level administrative functions.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Maluleke Tel No: (012) 730 2015
APPLICATIONS : The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). Applications can be delivered to- The Gauteng Department of Social Development. Soshanguve Secure Care Centre, Soutpan Road Soshanguve for attention Ms A Maluleke (012) 730 2015.
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 (X6 POSTS)
SALARY : R257 592 - R581 178 per annum, (within the OSD Framework).
CENTRE : Soshanguve Secure Care Centre Ref No: SD/2021/09/04 (X3 Posts)
Walter Sisulu Child and Youth Care Centre Ref No: SD/2021/09/05. (X3 Posts)
REQUIREMENTS : A Degree in Social Work. Registration with the South Africa Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker. Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion. Knowledge and understanding of 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. The 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. The 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. The understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves. Skills and Competencies: Communication, Ability to intervene and resolve conflict of a complex nature, Problem solving, Planning and organizing work for junior staff, Non-judgmental, Understanding, Assertive and Caring. A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes. Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. Conduct assessments aimed at identifying conditions in individuals, groups, families and communities that justify relevant interventions. Support social auxiliary workers and volunteers. Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields. Perform all the administrative functions required of the job. It will be expected from the Social Workers Grade 4 to mentor and coach the Social Workers Grade 1 to enable them to render an effective and efficient social work service.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Maluleke Tel No: (012) 730 2015 Soshanguve
Mr T Modika Tel No: (011) 983 0000 Walter Sisulu
APPLICATIONS : The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). Applications can be delivered to- The Gauteng Department of Social Development. Soshanguve Secure Care Centre, Soutpan Road Soshanguve for attention Ms A Maluleke Tel No: (012) 730 2015.
Walter Sisulu Child and Youth Care Centre, 3 Modder Street Noordgesig 1804 for attention Mr C Modika Tel No: (011) 983 0000.
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
PROFESSIONAL NURSE GRADE 1 (GENERAL NURSING) (X8 POSTS)
SALARY : R256 905 - R485 475 per annum, (within the OSD Framework).
CENTRE : Soshanguve Secure Care Centre Ref No: SD/2021/09/06 (X4 Posts)
Walter Sisulu Child and Youth Care Centre Ref No: SD/2021/09/07 (X4 Posts)
REQUIREMENTS : Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Knowledge and understanding of Legislative and Policy mandates regulating Nursing practice, processes and procedures. Knowledge and understanding of Nursing Care practice and procedures applicable in the Institution. Skills and Competencies: Project Management, Analytical, Report writing, Monitoring and Evaluation, Communication and People Management Skills.
DUTIES : Demonstrate an understanding of nursing legislation and related legal and ethical nursing practises. Perform a clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards as determined by the relevant health facility. Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by the relevant health facility.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Maluleke (012) 730 2015 Soshanguve
Mr T Modika (011) 983 0000 Walter Sisulu.
APPLICATIONS : The Department reserves the right to fill or not to fill this position(s). Applications can be delivered to- The Gauteng Department of Social Development. Soshanguve Secure Care Centre, Soutpan Road Soshanguve for attention Ms A Maluleke Tel No: (012) 730 2015.
Walter Sisulu Child and Youth Care Centre, 3 Modder Street Noordgesig 1804 for attention Mr C Modika Tel No: (011) 983 0000.
NOTE : NB: The selection and appointment of candidates is subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.