Social Work Supervisor: Grade 1-2
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About the role
The Department of Social Development (Northern Cape) is hiring 11 Social Work Supervisor: Grade 1-2 posts. This is a permanent post, paying R496,668 – R929,706 a year. How to apply: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application only via https://form.jotform.com/ncdsdev/ncdsd--online-vacancy- application Reference numbers to quote: SWSUP/PS/FB/10/26, SWSUP/WARR/FB/10/26, SWSUP/SOL/FB/10/26, SWSUP/GASE/JTG/10/26, SWSUP/JOE/JTG/10/26, SWSUP/PS/JTG/10/26, SWSUP/SPR/10/26, SWSUP/PORT/10/26, SWSUP/PS/PKS/10/26, SWSUP/DK/ZFM/10/26 Closing date: 12 November 2026. It is the sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure that their application reaches the Department on or before the closing date. The Department accepts no responsibility for server delays, connectivity problems or other technical difficulties resulting in late submission. Late applications will not be considered. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.
- Current Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker.
- At least 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