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A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

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.

Requirements:
Social Work: Grade 1 to 4 (5/8th)
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: RHS56/2023
George Regional Hospital, Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.

Experience
Grade 1: None. Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a social worker with the SACSSP. Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a social worker with the SACSSP. Grade 4: Minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a social worker with the SACSSP.

Enquiries
Ms EV Bruinders, tel. no. (044) 802-4410

Duties (Key result areas/outputs)
Plan, coordinate and implement social worker program within the psychiatric ward at George Hospital. Provide social work services including assessments, interventions and counselling to individuals, groups, and families. Enter partnerships with community stakeholders and NGOs to ensure continuity of care. Attend ward rounds, multidisciplinary meetings, and host family meetings. Ensure efficient and effective management of resources. Administration, including collecting, compiling, and presenting statistical data and monthly reports.

Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker.

Competencies (knowledge/skills)
Sound knowledge and understanding of mental healthcare-related acts, legislation and policies. Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Proven leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.

Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Ability and willingness to be available for emergencies/mass incidents. Communication skills (both verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.




Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 184 008 per annum, Grade 2: R 224 700 per annum, Grade 3: R 270 219 per annum, Grade 4: R 331 257 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date:
9/22/2023 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL
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. 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. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 10/13/2023 12:00:00 AM

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