WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

 
DUTIES : Plan and manage the strategic and operation planning processes for the Department: Coordinate the strategic planning process; Compile strategic documents and reports: Manage the process of collaborating with the Directorate Research and Strategic Information Management in the compilation of strategic documents and reports to inform the business planning cycle; Facilitate the development of the Service Delivery Improvement Plans (SDIPs); Coordinate the design of project plans to develop SDIPs for the Department; Coordinate the publication of the Annual Performance Plan, Annual Report and Citizen’s Report for the Department: Manage the collaboration with the Sub-directorate Communication in the printing, translation and proof-reading of the Annual Performance Plan; People Management: Participate in the recruitment of staff in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the component’s Business Plan; Financial Management: Actively participate in the budgeting process at Directorate level.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Nieftagodien at Tel No: (021) 483 8440/6279 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR: FACILITY POLICY PLANNING AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (OUTENIEKWA) REF NO: DSD 31/2021 
SALARY : R384 228 - R445 425 per annum (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP; Registration with the SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 7 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Social work services and human behaviour; Analytical, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes; Personnel Management and practices; Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Social Work legislation related to children; Social Work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Good communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Organising and planning skills; Project planning skills; Psycho social intervention skills; Report writing; Presentation and facilitation skills; Analytical and problem-solving skills; Client orientation and customer focus skills. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure that a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, 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 employees; Supervise and advise social workers, social auxiliary workers and volunteers to ensure an effective social work service; 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 B Nicholas at Tel No: (044) 8037508 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (MONITORING): CHILD PROTECTION REF NO: DSD 12/2021 
SALARY : R316 791 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-degree or higher qualification); A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Monitoring and Evaluation systems; Applicable legislation; Norms and standards; Information management; Public administration; the following skills: Decision Making; Problem-solving; Planning & Organising; Written and verbal communication skills. 
DUTIES : Assist with the development of monitoring and review systems; Conduct Financial and Governance assessments for existing and new NPO’s; Monitor and review services rendered by the NPO in line with the Provincial /National policy frameworks; Administration of the Non-Financial Data (NFD) process. 
ENQUIRIES : Dr L Corrie at Tel No: (021) 483 4414 147 
 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
STATE ACCOUNTANT: FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATION REF NO. DSD 27/2021 (X3 POSTS - GEORGE, GOODWOOD AND WYNBERG) 
SALARY : R316 791 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year Tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) in Finance; A minimum of 2 years relevant financial experience. Competencies: Proven Knowledge in the following: Public Finance Management ACT (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations (NTR), OPTI, Division of Revenue Act (DORA), department instructions and delegations; compilation of financial statement; Financial Management Systems (FMS) and PERSAL; Cash flow procedures (monthly reporting on revenue and expenditure; Budget process; Analytical problem solving; Report writing; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy (MS Office packages); Numeric and mathematical skills.
 
DUTIES : Render Management Accounting Services (Budgeting process); Render financial accounting services; Render Supply Chain Management Services; Supervise employees. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Abercrombie at Tel No: (021) 483 3927 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 

 
 
SOCIAL WORKER: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (HORIZON) REF NO: DSD 28/2021 
SALARY : Grade 1: R257 592 – R298 614 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R316 794 – R363 801 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 3: R384 228 – R445 425 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 4: R472 551 – R581 178 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
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 Social Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; A valid Code B driving license. 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 as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation, policy and prescripts (norms and standards); Supervision framework for Social Workers; Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems as well as 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; Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; The ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations, 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 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 organisational 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. 
 
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 (case work, group work and community work); Attend to matters that results in or stems from social instability in any form; Supervise and support social auxiliary workers; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Perform all administrative functions required of the job. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Johnson at Tel No: (073) 300 6510 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL WORKER: WEST COAST (VREDENBURG) REF NO: DSD 30/2021 
SALARY : Grade 1: R257 592 – R298 614 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R316 794 – R363 801 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 3: R384 228 – R445 425 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 4: R472 551 – R581 178 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
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 Social Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; A valid Code B driving license. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation, policy and prescripts (norms and standards); Supervision framework for Social Workers; Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems as well as 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; Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others; Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; The ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations, 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 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 organisational 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. 
 
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 (case work, group work and community work); Attend to matters that results in or stems from social instability in any form; Supervise and support social auxiliary workers; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Perform all administrative functions required of the job. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C A Nell at Tel No: (027) 213 2096 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
INFORMATION OFFICER: INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (VREDENBURG) REF NO: DSD 23/2021 
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Department of Social Development systems; Policy development; Project coordination; Departmental policies and procedures; Communication strategy and procedures; Interpretation of prescripts; Report writing skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills. 
 
DUTIES : Collate all data for the region; Maintain management information systems at the region; Report on region information; Support regional planning and management processes; Liaise with internal/external stakeholders. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr RM MacDonald at Tel No: (027) 213 2096 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
EDUCATION OFFICER: FACILITY MANAGEMENT REF NO: DSD 35/2021 (X9 POSTS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS) 
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year teaching qualification; Registration with SACE as a professional educator; A minimum of 1-year experience as an Educationalist/ Educator. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Public service procedures; People management processes; Labour relations; Financial management; Project management; Written and verbal communication skills; Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures; Problem solving skills; Sound budgeting skills; Planning, presentation and facilitation skills; Influencing, communication and interpersonal relations. 
 
DUTIES : Implement educational programmes at facilities in accordance to curriculum requirements and departmental legislation; Implement induction programmes to newly admitted residents; Implementation of facility policies and procedures to enhance safe care/custody and development of residents; Participate in daily, weekly, quarterly and annual safety and security measures and procedures; Performing of administrative functions; Management of resources, monthly reports, statistics, registration by SACE, self-development and attend meetings with stakeholders; Continuous professional development; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Study professional journals and publications in order to ensure that cognisance is taken of new developments. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Baugaard at Tel No: (021) 826 5972 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 

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: Applicable completion of primary health care services. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Nursing care processes and procedures; Nursing statutes and any other relevant legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act; Written and verbal communication Skills; 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 nursing MDT members and other stakeholders; Utilise human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr E J Buys at Tel No: (021) 986 9100 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
PROFESSIONAL NURSE: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (HORIZON) REF NO: DSD 25/2021 
SALARY : Grade 1: R256 905 - R297 825 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R315 963 - R362 865 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 3: R383 226 - R485 475 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
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: Applicable completion of primary health care services. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Nursing care processes and procedures; Nursing statutes and any other relevant legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Batho Pele Principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act; Written and verbal communication Skills; 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 nursing MDT members and other stakeholders; Utilise human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Johnson at Tel No: (073) 300 6510 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE SUPERVISOR: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (VARIOUS LOCATIONS) REF NO: DSD 34/2021 
SALARY : Grade 1: R199 188 per annum (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Child and Youth Care Work after obtaining the required qualification; A valid Code B driving license. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Minimum standards; Performance Management Systems; Child Care Act, policies, 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; Presentation and facilitation skills; Work effectively with Social Workers and members of multi- sectoral teams in social service delivery. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitate and supervise the caring for and life space interventions of children and young people will entail the following: 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; Continuous professional development; Supervise and perform clerical/administration functions.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr E Buys at Tel No: (021) 986 9107 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co  
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: LOGISTICAL SERVICES (VREDENBURG) REF NO: DSD 20/2021 
SALARY : R173 703 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification). Competencies: A good understanding of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Planning and organising skills; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. 
 
DUTIES : Render general clerical support services: Record, organise, store, capture and retrieve correspondence and data (line function); Update registers and statistics; Provide Supply Chain clerical support services: Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in relation to procurement of goods and services; Obtain quotations, complete procurement forms for the purchasing of standard office items; Provide personnel administration services: Maintain a leave register for the component; Keep and maintain personnel records ; Provide financial administration support services: Capture and update expenditure for the component; Check correctness of subsistence and travel claims of officials and submit to manager for approval. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Smit at Tel No: (022) 713 2272 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
STAFF NURSE: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (VREDELUS) REF NO: DSD 26/2021 
SALARY : Grade 1: R171 381 - R192 879 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R204 627 - R230 307 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 3: R242 166 - R297 825 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Grade 2: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Grade 3: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as Staff Nurse; Registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse; A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Enrolled Nurse. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes; Nursing Act; Health Act; Occupational Health and Safety Act; Patient Rights Charter; Batho-Pele principles; Public Service Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Disciplinary code and procedure; Grievance procedure act; Written and verbal communication skills; Elementary facilitation skills; Responsiveness. 
 
DUTIES : Development and implementation of basic patient care plans: Ensure maintenance of patient hygiene; Sustain nutritional status of patients; Facilitate the mobility of patients; Facilitate the elimination processes; Provide basic clinical nursing care: Measure, interpret and record vital signs; Operate all relevant apparatus and equipment; Assist professional nurses with clinical procedures (i.e. administering of intramuscular injections); Preparation of patients for diagnostic and surgical procedures; Effective utilisation of resources: Order stock and equipment in a cost-effective manner; Report loss or damage immediately; Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development: To maintain the code of conduct as required in the Public Service and by the Professional Body; Seek learning opportunities, i.e. in-service training, courses. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr E Buys at Tel No: (021) 986 9100 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

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CHILD AND YOUTH CARE TEAM LEADER: AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS) REF NO: DSD 33/2021 (X6 POSTS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS) 
SALARY : Grade 1: R157 245 - R176 982 per annum, OSD as prescribed 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 7 years appropriate experience in child and youth care work after obtaining the required qualification; A valid code B driving license. Recommendation: Registration as a Child and Youth Care Practitioner with the SACSSP. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Developmental programmes and interventions; Clerical/ administrative procedures; Rules and procedures of the Care Centre; Professional norms and standards; Professional ethics; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication skills; Ability to intervene and resolve conflict; Report writing skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Planning and organising skills; Work effectively with social workers and members of multi-sectoral teams in social service delivery. 
 
DUTIES : Serve as a team leader for child and youth care workers during a shifts; Oversee the following: Admission and related activities of residents to the facility; Access of residents to medical services; Implementation of planned developmental, recreational and therapeutic programmes; Basic life space work; Continuous supervision; Facilitate handover of shifts; Undertake inspections during a shifts and report on incidents and problems identified; Perform administrative work relevant to the job; Oversee the completion of daily registers e.g. log books, medication registers, incident reports etc.; Ensure that attendance registers are signed and kept up to date; Perform all the clerical functions required; Render care services to residents; Continuous professional development; Perform clerical / administrative support functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr E Buys at Tel No: (021) 986 9107 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co  
 
 
 
 
SOCIAL AUXILIARY WORKER: SOCIAL WORK SERVICES (CEDERBERG) REF NO: DSD 21/2021 
SALARY : Grade 1: R148 215 – R166 830 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R176 982 – R199 188 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 3: R211 323 – R265 320 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 1: Grade 10 plus completion of the learnership to allow registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Auxiliary Worker; Registration with the SACSSP as Social Auxiliary Worker; A valid code B driving license. Or Grade 2: Grade 10 plus completion of the learnership to allow registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Auxiliary Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Auxiliary Worker; A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience in social auxiliary work after registration as Social Auxiliary Worker with the SACSSP; OR No experience after registration as Social Auxiliary Worker with the SACSSP and successful completion of the 2nd academic year of an appropriate tertiary qualification that allows for registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid code B driving licence; or Grade 3: Grade 10 plus completion of the learnership to allow registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Auxiliary Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Auxiliary Worker; A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in social auxiliary work after registration as Social Auxiliary Worker with the SACSSP; OR A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in social auxiliary work after registration as Social Auxiliary Worker with the SACSSP and successful completion of the 2nd academic year of an appropriate tertiary qualification that allows for registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; OR No experience after registration as Social Auxiliary Worker with the SACSSP and successful completion of the 3rd academic year of an appropriate tertiary qualification that allows for registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid code B driving license. Competencies: A basic understanding of the following: Human behaviour, relationship system and social issues; South African Social Welfare context the policy and practice of developmental social welfare services; South African judicial system and the legislation governing and impacting of social auxiliary work; Basic knowledge of financial matters related to social auxiliary work; Good communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Information and Knowledge Management (Keep precise records and compile accurate reports); Organising and planning skills; Presentation and facilitation skills; Report writing skills; Problem solving and analytical skills; Client orientation and customer focus skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provide assistance and support to social workers with the rendering of a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant departmental programmes; Assist social workers to attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Continuous professional development; Perform administrative support functions in support of social workers as required of the job. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Nell at Tel No: (022) 213 2096 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER: PROFESSIONAL REF NO: DSD 32/2021 SERVICES (X8 POSTS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS) 
SALARY : Grade 1: R140 958 – R157 245 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade 2: R166 830 – R187 758 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 qualification (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) Experience: Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Child and Youth Care Work after having obtained the required qualification. Recommendation: Relevant qualification that allows for registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP); Registration with the SACSSP as a registered Child and Youth Care Worker. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Developmental programmes; Clerical/ Administrative processes and procedures; Rules and procedures of the Care Centre; Planning and organising skills; Ability to intervene and resolve conflict; Problem solving skills; Planning and organising skills; Conduct him/herself in a respectful manner when dealing with clients; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Have the ability to work with children in conflict with the law. 
 
DUTIES : Receive children and youth to the care facility after admission; This would include the following actions: Engagement; Assessment / Plan of Action; Implementation of Developmental and Recreational Programs; Monitor and evaluation of developmental and recreational programs; Referral of professional services (e.g. appointment register, observation book, occurrence book); Enhance participation of the learners at the Facility in sport, recreation, arts and culture programmes and services; Continuous Professional Development; Perform administrative work and clerical functions as required. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Benting at Tel No: (021) 931 0236 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co