The Eastern Cape Department of Social Development is faced with the inescapable reality that the poor, the vulnerable and the marginalised groups of the Eastern Cape continue to exert pressure and demand for the provision of comprehensive and quality development of social welfare services.
Its mandate is aligned with the Social Protection Chapter of the N...
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National Senior Certificate plus Bachelor of Social Work. Latest proof of registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Worker must be submitted on the interview day.
A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite; however, successful candidates who are not in possession of a driver’s license will be required to submit proof within six (6) months from the date of assumption of duty
Duties
Understanding social dynamics: Must be able to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion.
Understanding human behaviour and social systems: Must have knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems
Social Work Intervention: Must be able to intervene at the points where people interact with their environment in order to promote social wellbeing.
Social empowerment: Must be able to assist and empower individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities.
Social support: Must be able to promote, restore, maintain and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively.
Protecting vulnerable individuals: Must understand and be able to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves.
Understanding social work legislation: Must demonstrate an understanding of social work policies, legislation and related legal and ethical social work practices.
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