Social Work Supervisor: Grade 1-2

Requirements

• Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.
• Current Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker.
• A minimum of 8 years appropriate experience in Social Work.
• Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence.
• Knowledge and Skills:
• Computer Skills.
• Interpersonal Skills.
• Communication Skills.
• Report Writing Skills.
• Management and Evaluation Skills.
• Knowledge of supervision model within the sector.
• Knowledge of relevant programmes in Social Work.
• In-depth knowledge of social work service delivery model.
• People management and empowerment.

Duties

• Render comprehensive social work services aimed at the care, support, protection, empowerment and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the implementation of relevant social work and social welfare programmes.
• Identify, assess and respond to social conditions and circumstances that may result in, or stem from, social instability and social dysfunction in any form, and facilitate appropriate interventions, referrals and linkages with relevant services and stakeholders.
• Provide professional supervision, guidance, advice and support to social workers, social auxiliary workers and volunteers to promote effective, ethical, and accountable and quality social work service delivery in accordance with applicable legislation, policies, professional standards, departmental directives and best practice.
• Keep abreast of developments, emerging trends, legislation, policies, research and best practices in the social work and social welfare fields, and facilitate the application of relevant developments to improve service delivery.
• Oversee and coordinate the administrative and operational functions required within the unit, including planning, record management, reporting, monitoring, quality assurance and compliance, and undertake higher-level administrative functions as required.
• Ensure the effective coordination of social work interventions and resources within the unit, promote integrated and multidisciplinary service delivery, and contribute to the achievement of departmental priorities and social development outcomes.

How to apply

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Enquiries

Notes from the department

• Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
• Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00.
• Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline on 076 424 7850.
• To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (in PDF format) via the link supplied.
• The new Z83 form can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies or obtainable from any Public Service Department.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, ID and driver’s licence before or on the day of the interview.
• In addition, Social Service Professionals will be required to submit proof or registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) and certificate of service for recognition of previous experience before or on the day of the interview.
• Failure to comply with these pre-conditions will disqualify applications from being processed.
• It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• Correspondence will be limited to short- listed candidates only.
• All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
• One will be a practical exercise, and the other will be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
• All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department.
• Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification).
• Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes.
• Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve (12) months.
• Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed.
• The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).
• Furthermore, if you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• All interviews will be conducted at the Provincial Office stationed in Kimberley.