Social Worker Grade 1 (x21 posts)

Standard 10/Grade 12 plus a Bachelor of Social Work degree. Latest proof of registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker. Successful candidates who are not in possession of a driver's licence will be required to submit proof within six (6) months from the date of assumption of duty. Appropriate/recognisable Social Work experience after registration with the SACSSP as Social Worker will be considered for appointment. Competencies: Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems, and the skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments to promote social well-being. Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress, and use resources effectively. Understanding and ability to provide social work services to protect people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves. Ability to mentor and coach Social Auxiliary Workers.