WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

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NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
 
 

 
 
 
 
OTHER POSTS
 
 
SOCIAL WORK MANAGER: REGIONAL OFFICE (WEST COAST), REF NO. DSD 48/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R920 082 – R1 052 016 per annum 
Grade 2: R1 094 508 – R1 289 274 per annum (as prescribed by OSD) 
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 South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP); Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP. Recommendation: A valid driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes (Social Work); Personnel Management; Supervision Framework for Social Work profession; Social Welfare and Community Development legislation related to children; Social Welfare and Community Development theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; The following skills: Organising and planning; Project planning; Psychosocial intervention; Conflict management; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Provide a Social Welfare and Community Development service of the highest, most advanced and specialised nature within a defined area(s) of specialisation with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes in partnership with stakeholders. Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Facilitate the development and planning of programmes and interventions to render a social welfare and community development service through the efficient, economical and effective utilisation of financial resources; Management of service delivery area(s) (unit(s)) to ensure that an efficient and effective social welfare and community development service is delivered through the efficient and effective utilisation of human resources; Plan and ensure that social welfare and community development research are undertaken; Undertake complex social welfare and community development research. Perform and/or ensure that all the administrative functions required in the service delivery area(s) are performed; Keep up to date with new developments in the Social Welfare and Community Development field; Supervise all the administrative functions required in the service delivery area(s) and undertake the higher-level administrative functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A van Reenen at Tel No: (021) 483 0567 
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
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (FUNDING): COMMUNITY AND PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, REF NO. DSD 51/2024 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (level 9) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B Degree/ Advance Diploma (equivalent or higher qualification) in Finance; A minimum of 3 years relevant administrative experience in a financial environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Financial Management (PFMA); Budgeting processes and techniques; Supply Chain Management (SCM); Legislative Regulatory Framework; Safeguarding of source documents; Financial/SCM Information Systems (BAS / LOGIS); Departmental policies and procedures. Skills: Communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Report writing and formulations; Presentation; Negotiation; Numeracy and analytical thinking; Planning and organising. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the implementation of the uniform policy for programme funding: Develop SOPs in alignment with funding policy and funding operational tools; Capacitate programmes in terms of funding operational tools; Assist the programmes with the calculation of allocation for transfer funding. Validation of the following prescribed documents for payment: Transfer Payment Agreements (TPA’s) for correctness against approved funding submission; Information on source documents for compliance with prescripts and legislation; Subsidies payable against approved allocation as per TPA and submit to manager changes in TPA /details of NPO verify and monitor source documents; Ensure correctness of the NPO data base, Uniform funding cycle (UFC) including all relevant data bases/systems; Submit consolidated payment report to supervisor and perform necessary follow ups with relevant role players; Manage compliance (TPA and business plan) and identify non-compliance with prescribed policy / legislation and funding conditions: Manage the documentation in relation to audit processes; Receive appraisal grid and funding submission and distribute to relevant staff members; Receive and distribute activation sheet and confirm receipt of any outstanding documents with the programmes / NPO’s; Ensure submission of AFS by NPO’s and check compliance; Compile consolidated AFS update/summary including financial consistencies or irregularities, balance sheet and income statement assets and liabilities, calculate debt and liquidity ratio on prescribed template and distribute to all relevant role players; People Management 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr T Majela at Tel No: (021) 483 2524 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT, REF NO. DSD 43/2024 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (level 9) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a knowledge management working environment. A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Service legislation, including POPI Act, PAIA, PAJA; Management and people management principles; Financial management; Records management systems; Electronic content management; Policies and prescripts related to records and knowledge management; Project management. Skills in the following: Written, verbal and liaison communication; Computer literacy; Planning and organising; Problem-solving; Facilitation and presentation; Analytical; Operational planning and innovation. 
 
DUTIES : Identify, implement, and maintain knowledge and information services; Convert tacit and implicit knowledge into institutional knowledge; Publish and disseminate management information generated within the department; Manage the process of obtaining access to management and other information generated within the department; People management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr K Marthinus at Tel No: (021) 483 8833 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MONITORING (CRIME PREVENTION AND SUPPORT), REF NO.DSD 45/2024 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (level 9) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B- Degree/Advance Diploma (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Public service procedures; Policy formulation; Policy analysis; Monitoring and evaluation; Information and knowledge management; Dispute resolution/conflict management; Ability to interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; Skills needed: Project management; Global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the; Communication (written and verbal). 
 
DUTIES : Develop monitoring and review systems: Evaluate the current systems and recommend improvement; Develop and oversee the implementation of monitoring tools and systems Financial and Governance Assessment: Oversee site visits and quality assure the administering of quarterly and annual compliance assessments including site visits; Quality assure: Monitoring reports and the completion of the appraisal grid; Ensure the analyses of progress reports and development of corrective measures; Verify the data submitted via reports; Draft guidelines on required monitoring processes and procedures; Support managers and other staff in their monitoring actions, including the setting of standards; Manage information (data, knowledge, wisdom) by applying tools and technologies to inform decision-making in government operations, produce reports, enhance service delivery, support transparency, support integration /collaboration across departments government spheres; Human Resource Management: Motivate, train and guide staff within the component to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of staff to achieve agreed key responsibilities areas that derive from component’s plans; Monitor information capacity building and promote sound labour relations within the Division. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Ryklief at Tel No: (021) 483 9939 
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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MANAGER EDUCATION: EDUCATION REF NO. DSD 46/2024 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (level 9) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
(Various Posts Available in Kraa/Ifontein Roar and Vredelus In Elsies River), 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 4-year tertiary qualification (or higher qualification) in Education; Registration with SACE; A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Educator. Recommendation: Experience as a manager in the Education sector. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Public Service procedures; People Management Practices; Employee relations; Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures. Skills needed: Planning; Presentation and facilitation; Communication (Written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; People management and empowerment; Information and Knowledge Management; Service delivery innovation; Problem solving and analysis. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure effective implementation of educational programmes at facilities in accordance to curriculum requirements and departmental legislation; Manage the implementation of the education programme suitable to meet learning needs of at-risk learner; Ensure safety and disciplinary measures within the education environment; Participate in daily, weekly, quarterly and annual safety and security measures and procedures; People management and development; Administer the people management policy to the education team – leave management and administration, employee management; Effective operational planning and execution; Management of resources, monthly reports, statistics, registration with SACE, self-development. 
 
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
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNICATION OFFICER: COMMUNICATION (BPM), REF NO. DSD 52/2024 
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (level 8) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification; A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Public Service procedures; Communication policy and strategies; Global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the PGWC; Events management; Media liaison practices; Proven computer literacy in MS Office; The following skills: Communication (written and verbal); Problem-solving; thinking; Project Organising;  procedures.
 
DUTIES : Develop, monitor, and enhance the department’s corporate identity and brand; awareness campaigns; Develop and implement communication campaigns and products; Design and roll out above-the-line communication campaigns and products in collaboration with relevant stakeholders (programmes, regions and facilities); Provide a media liaison service; Develop proactive media events in collaboration with the Media Liaison Officer in the MEC’s office. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms E Lewis at Tel No: (021) 483 5445 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (MONITORING): OLDER PERSONS, REF NO. DSD 42/2024 
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (level 8) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Knowledge of Monitoring and evaluation system; Applicable legislation; Norms and standards; Information management; Public administration. Skills needed: Problem-solving and decision-making; Creative thinking; Written and verbal communication; Planning and organising. 
 
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 : Ms D Fortuin at Tel No: (021) 483 3992 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (MONITORING): VICTIM EMPOWERMENT, REF NO. DSD 44/2024 
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (level 8) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Knowledge of Monitoring and evaluation system; Applicable legislation; Norms and standards; Information management; Public administration. Skills needed: Problem-solving and decision-making; Creative thinking; Written and verbal communication; Planning and organising. 
 
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 : Ms R Botha at Tel No: (021) 483 4303 
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: SOCIAL WORK SERVICES REF NO. DSD 49/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R308 247 – R362 439 per annum 
Grade 2: R376 417 – R436 014 per annum 
Grade 3: R452 667 – R532 113 per annum 
Grade 4: R554 919 – R 687 918 per annum (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
(Various Posts Available in Metro South Region) 
 
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; 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. Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. 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 K Brink at Tel No: (021) 834 7000 
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: SOCIAL WORK SERVICES REF NO. DSD 56/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R308 247 – R362 439 per annum 
Grade 2: R376 417 – R436 014 per annum 
Grade 3: R452 667 – R532 113 per annum 
Grade 4: R554 919 – R687 918 per annum (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
(Various Posts in Metro East Region) 
 
REQUIREMENT : 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; 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. Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. 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 wellbeing; 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 Q Arendse at Tel No: (021) 763 6206 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co  
 
 
 
 
 
REGISTRY CLERK: RECORDS MANAGEMENT, REF NO. DSD 47/2024 
SALARY : R216 417 per annum (level 5) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Registry duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data and operate a computer; Legislative framework governing the public service; Storage and retrieval procedures; Understanding registry work; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Planning and organising; Written and verbal communication; Problem-solving. 
 
DUTIES : Provide register counter services; Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence; Render an effective filing and record management service; Operate office machines in relation to the registry function; Process documents for archiving and disposal. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Swartz at Tel No: (021) 483 602 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SERVICES TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, REF NO. DSD 50/2024 
SALARY : R216 417 per annum (level 5) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Recommendation: Relevant experience. Competencies: Relevant job knowledge; Skills needed: Literacy and numeracy; Presentation; Decision-making; Proven computer literacy; Verbal and written communication; Interpersonal; Flexibility; Planning and organising. 
 
DUTIES : Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within sub-directorate; Provide personnel administration clerical support; Provide financial administration support services. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Sylvester-Rose at Tel No: (021) 483 4015 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
CUSTOMER CARE ASSISTANT: REF NO. DSD 53/2024 
(Various Posts Available in Metro East Region) 
SALARY : R216 417 per annum (level 5) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); Relevant customer care experience. Recommendation: None. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Customer care; Customer care surveys; Social welfare services; Internal and external marketing and communication processes; Functions, programs and projects of the Department of Social Development; Information in the Department of Social Development domain; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy in MS Office packages; Sound organising and planning skills; Conflict resolution skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Negotiation skills. 
 
DUTIES : Perform front desk services by receiving and referring clients; Provide dispatch call service; Ensure register is signed and accurately completed; Facilitate all complaints and escalate accordingly; Compile a monthly local office report regarding enquiries or complaints as well as walk-in statistics; Provide information to clients regarding available services; Assist clients on how to access services from the department; Render general administrative support services and maintain a record system. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Chandler at Tel No: (021) 812 0940. 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
CUSTOMER CARE ASSISTANT: WITZENBERG-CUSTOMER CARE, REF NO. DSD 55/2024 
SALARY : R216 417 per annum (level 5) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); Relevant customer care experience. Recommendation: None. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Customer care; Customer care surveys; Social welfare services; Internal and external marketing and communication processes; Functions, programs and projects of the Department of Social Development; Information in the Department of Social Development domain; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy in MS Office packages; Sound organizing and planning skills; Conflict resolution skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Negotiation skills. 
 
DUTIES : Professoriate; accordingly, by receiving and referring clients; Provide dispatch call service; Ensure register is signed and accurately completed; Facilitate all complaints and escalate accordingly; Compile a monthly local office report regarding enquiries or complaints as well as walk-in statistics; Provide information to clients regarding available services; Assist clients on how to access services from the department; Render general administrative support services and maintain a record system. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms E Van Dyk at Tel No: (023) 814 2818. 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
STAFF NURSE: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REF. NO DSD 54/2024 
SALARY : Grade 1: R209 112 - R237 441 per annum 
Grade 2: R248613 - R283 347 per annum 
Grade 3: R290 805 - R362 187 per annum (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
(Various Posts Available in Clanwilliam, Kraaifontein Roar, Vredelus and Sivuyile Residential) 
 
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 hygiene; Sustain nutritional 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 : Ms Siebritz at Tel No: (021) 482 1902 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
CHILD AND YOUTH CARE TEAM LEADER: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES REF NO DSD 31/2024 R1 
SALARY : Grade 1: R193 125 - R218 673 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government 
(Various Posts Available in Clan William, Bonnytoun, Horizon, Outeniekwa, De. Novo And Roar), 
 
REQUIREMENTS : 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 licence. Recommendation: Registration as an auxiliary or above Child and Youth Care practitioner. 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; Skills in the following: Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Ability to intervene and resolve conflict; Report writing; Presentation and facilitation; Planning and organising; 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 shifts; Oversee following: Admission and the 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 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. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms B Nicholas at Tel No: (044) 803 7508 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co