Western Cape Department of Social Development Vacancies 2022: Check Posts, Qualifications and How to Apply

Western Cape Department of Social Development

WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

CLOSING DATE : 05 December 2022

NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.cowill be accepted. 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.

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SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR: SERVICE DELIVERY TEAMS (MILNERTON) REF NO: DSD 72/2022
SALARY : R401 691 – R465 669 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: Job related knowledge; Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes; Personnel Management; Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Social Work legislation related to children; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal);Proven computer literacy; Organising and planning; Project planning; Psychosocial intervention; Report writing; Presentation and facilitation; Analytical and problem-solving; Client orientation and customer focus.

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 S. Abrahams Tel No: (023) 483 7672
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 128 /2021 R1
SALARY : Grade 1: R154 950 – R174 411 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)

Grade 2: R185 025 – R208242 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)

Grade 3: R220 929 – R277 380 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 licence. 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 10years’ 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 3rdacademic year of an appropriate tertiary qualification that allows for registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP; A valid code B driving licence. 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); Skills needed: Organising and planning; Presentation and facilitation; Report writing; Problem solving and analytical; Client orientation and customer focus.

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.A Nell 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

DRIVER/HANDYMAN: HORIZON CHILD AND YOUTH CARE CENTRE REF NO: DSD 70/2022
SALARY : R128 166 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government

REQUIREMENTS : Ability to read and write/Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET); A minimum of 7-months relevant experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Public Service procedures; Applicable policies and procedures; Relationship management; Independent thinking; Ability to work under pressure; Communication skills (verbal and written); Meet tight deadlines; Work independently and in a team; Continuous improvement; Diversity management.

DUTIES : Perform general transport duties; Stand-by services for emergency trips and after hour transport duties; Maintenance of office buildings; Conduct regular building inspections; Maintenance of office equipment and furniture; Repair broken furniture and equipment.

ENQUIRIES : Mr M. Johnson at: 073 300 6510
APPLICATIONS : To submit your application, there are 3 methods in which you can apply, please only use 1 of the following:
1. Hand deliver your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, 6-8 Highstreet (Highstreet Tygervalley Building); Level 2, Rosenpark Bellville (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm)
Or 2. Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 60495 Table View 7439
Or 3. Email your application to, westerncape@immploy.com. Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF).

NOTE : NB: Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. To apply, please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum) as indicated in the advertisement. The post being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted. 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.

CLOSING DATE : 12 December 2022

GENERAL WORKER/GROUNDSMAN HORIZON CHILD AND YOUTH CARE CENTRE REF NO: DSD 71/2022
SALARY : R107 196 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government

REQUIREMENTS : Basic literacy and numeracy (ABET). Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Basic safety precautions in handling hazardous material liquids; Use of cleaning equipment; Maintenance / care of cleaning equipment; Communication skills; Basic literacy skills; Ability to work in garden and handle equipment.

DUTIES : Perform general assistant work; Load and off load furniture, equipment and any other goods to relevant destination; Clean government vehicles; Maintain premises and surroundings; Cleaning offices corridors, elevators and boardrooms by: Dusting and waxing office furniture; Clean general kitchens by: Cleaning of basins; Wash and keep stock of kitchen utensils; Cleaning the restrooms by: Refilling hand wash liquid soap; Replace toilet papers, hand towels and refreshers; Keep and maintain cleaning materials and equipment by: Report broken cleaning machines and equipment; Cleaning of machines (microwaves, vacuum cleaners, etc.) and equipment after use; Maintain the garden and grounds; Watering the garden; Prune and trim flowers and trees.

ENQUIRIES : Mr M. Johnson at: 073 300 6510
APPLICATIONS : To submit your application, there are 3 methods in which you can apply, please only use 1 of the following:
1. Hand deliver your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, 6-8 Highstreet (Highstreet Tygervalley Building); Level 2, Rosenpark Bellville (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm)
Or 2. Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 60495 Table View 7439
Or 3. Email your application to, westerncape@immploy.com. Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF).

NOTE : NB: Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. To apply, please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum) as indicated in the advertisement. The post being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted. 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.

CLOSING DATE : 12 December 2022