WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/ Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; Compulsory registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; No experience required. Grade 2: Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/ Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; Compulsory registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 3: Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/ Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; Compulsory registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse; A minimum of 20 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Recommendation: A valid code B driving licence; previous experience in youth facility based nursing. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Nursing care processes and procedures; Nursing statutes and any other relevant legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of the nursing plan (clinical practice/quality care to residents); Implement standards, practices, criteria and indicators for quality nursing (quality of practice); Practice nursing and health care in accordance with the prescripts and regulations relevant to nursing and health care; Maintain a constructive working relationship with multi-disciplinary team members and other stakeholders; Utilise human, financial and physical resources efficiently and effectively. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Benting Tel no: (021) 931 0236 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 

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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: SUPPORT SERVICES, REF NO. DSD 2019-62 
SALARY : R 257 508 per annum (Salary level 7) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma or higher qualification); a minimum of 1 year relevant administrative experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Occupational Health and Safety Act; Provincial and national strategies to address Sector Development; Micro Economic Development Strategy; Relevant software packages and sound application of relevant computer programmes; Relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures; Basic financial administration; Draft documentation like submissions and letters; Properly record minutes and decisions at meetings; Run and maintain a Records Management System; Procure goods and services; Do basic research; Sound organising, planning and time management skills; Ability to work under pressure; Project Management skills; Knowledge Management; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES : Render line administrative support services for the following operational areas: Employee Health and Wellness, Injury on duty and Occupational Health and Safety; Co-ordinate Monitoring and evaluation activities and maintain the relevant systems; Update and maintain the Monitoring and Evaluation Systems related to Occupational Health and Safety and Employee Health and Wellness; Provide support to the component for supply chain management; Coordinate evidence/supporting documents for the unit; Render advice and liaise with regard to Occupational Health and Safety, Injury on duty and Employee Health and Wellness matters; Study the relevant Public Services and Departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Mtheku Tel no (021) 483 5763 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE SUPERVISOR: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (BONNYTOUN), REF NO. DSD 2019-60 
SALARY : R 199 188 per annum, Grade 1 (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification) with a minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience in Child and Youth Care Work after obtaining the required qualification; A valid Code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Child Care Act; Relevant policies; Related Legislation, Batho Pele Principles and administrative procedures; New developments and methodologies in Child and Youth Care Work; Proven computer literacy in MS Office; Basic research and analytical skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate and supervise the caring for and life space interventions of incidents; Build a positive relationship with residents; Create a caring and stimulating environment for residents; Monitor the implementation of the daily structured programmes; Form part of a multi-disciplinary team; Ensure that the recommended developmental and recreational programmes are implemented by providing continuous support, guidance and advice to sub-ordinates; Monitor and participate in the evaluation of the recommended developmental and recreational programmes; Ensure reporting on progress with developmental and recreational programmes; Participate in the identification of incidents; Monitor the implementation of the daily structured programmes; Supervise and perform clerical/administration functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr E Buys Tel no: (021) 986 9100 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co