Public Health jobs in Elgin, Western Cape

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

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.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid code (B/EB) driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Computer literacy in Microsoft Office package (MS word, Excel, and Power point) and e-mail (Outlook) Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to social work service in the public sector. Good report writing, interpersonal, leadership and planning skills. Ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team to achieve functional outcomes for the clients. Knowledge and understanding of illness and disease, human behavior, and social systems within health environment setting.

EXPERIENCE

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.

ENQUIRIES

Mrs M Van Rensburg, tel no: (021) -857 2330

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Worker. Proof of annual receipt and licence to practice for 2026.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Appropriate qualification as a Social Worker that allows for registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals (SACSSP).

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 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)”. It should be noted that advertised posts are linked to the Institution/ Facility that forms part of the Ecosystem Service platform. Upon appointment, incumbents will be expected to render clinical services across institutions in the Ecosystem, as needed to sustain health service delivery.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Provision of comprehensive, client centered clinical social work services in the Primary HealthCare facility and NPOS environment, with regards to care, support and protection of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities, to ensure safe discharge plans. Conduct assessments aimed at identifying conditions in individuals, groups, families and communities that justify relevant interventions. Convene and Conduct Psychosocial groups. Deliver an accountable service through the application of Social Work administrative processes. Effective networking with the multi-disciplinary team as well as relevant external role players. Keep up to date with new developments in social work and welfare fields. Utilize and manage resources. Support social auxiliary workers and volunteers. Participate in training and development of staff. Assist with the achievement of the departmental and organizational goals. Perform all the administrative functions required of the job.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.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. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• 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 etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.