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Social Worker Grade 1

Department

Department of Social Development

Location

Mopani District: Rotterdam One Stop

Salary

R338 208 per annum (SW – A4)

Closing date

See advert

Reference number

DSD/2026/154

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How to apply

  1. Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number DSD/2026/154.
  2. Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
  3. Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
  4. Make sure it arrives before the closing date. Late applications are not considered.
Fill my Z83 for this job Check my fit (CV)Official circular PDF

Requirements

Grade 12 plus a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work as recognised by SAQA. Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions [SACSSP]. Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities).Knowledge And Skills: Assessment skills, evaluation methods and processes; Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Social Work legislation; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Organising and planning skills; Project planning skills; Psycho social intervention skills; Report writing; Presentation and facilitation skills; diagnostic and analytical and problem-solving skills; Client orientation and customer focus skills. Computer literacy. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour, social system and

Duties

Render social work services with regard to care, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, group, families and communities. Provide individual and group counselling. Conduct advance and specialized assessment aimed at identifying condition and justify relevant intervention. Implement the recommendations on the appropriate intervention required to address the needs and provide continuous support. Produce and maintain records of social work interventions, processes and outcomes. Undertake social work research and development, contribute to and assist with the development of policies. Perform all the administrative functions required of the job.

Enquiries

General enquiries about the advertised posts should be directed to Mr S Rasivumo / Ms ME Gafane / Mr LI Mosehlana / Mr Moraba BV Tel No: (015) 230 4387 / 4391

How to apply

Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 36 of 2026.

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