Social Workers jobs

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.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

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

ENQUIRIES

Dr N. Frans / Mr. A Lindoor, tel. no (021) 938 5684/4164

EXPERIENCE

None.

NOTE

“Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointments 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 as Social Worker with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Provision of comprehensive, client centered social work services to adults and children through psychosocial assessments, counselling, crisis intervention, child protection services and discharge planning for patients and families. Participate in multidisciplinary team processes and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate services, advocate for patients and address barriers to care and discharge. Maintain accurate and compliant records, reports and statistics in accordance with professional legal and organizational requirements. Render social work services in any department as required. Ensure professional governance and compliance through adherence to legislation, ethical standards, departmental policies, continuous development, and performance management requirements.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Worker.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Knowledge of social work legislation, policies, ethical standards and case management process, including psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, child protection, discharge planning and services to vulnerable groups, strong communication, counselling interview and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with patients, families, multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders. Good administration skills. Ability to function under pressure and computer literacy.

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.