Social Worker Grade 1

POST 27/247 : SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 REF NO: SD/1/24/26/E (X9 POSTS)

SALARY : R338 208 per annum, (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)

CENTRE : JB Marks (Dr KK) (X2 Posts)

Matlosana (Dr KK) (X1 Post)

Lekwa Teemane (Dr RSM) (X2 Posts)

Moses Kotane Service Point (Bojanala) (X1 Post)

Moretele (Bojanala) (X1 Post)

Tswaing (NMM) (X1 Post)

Ditsobotla (NMM) (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12. Bachelor of Social Work that allows professional registration with

the South African Council for Social Services Profession (SACSSP) as a Social

Worker. Computer literacy. A valid driver’s license. The following knowledge

and skills are required for appointment: Understanding social dynamics, human

behaviour and social systems. Social Intervention and empowerment. Social

support. Protecting vulnerable individuals. Understanding Social Work

legislation. Communication (written and verbal). Teamwork and collaboration.

Planning and organising. Diversity Management. Understanding social work

values and principles. Competencies: Knowledge of human behaviour and

social systems. Understanding community dynamics. Networking and

establishing partnerships. Understanding community development

programmes. Community Development research. Understanding community

development legislation. Planning and organising; Networking skills;

Communication (written and verbal); Project Management; Team leadership.

People management. Conflict management. Project management. Financial

Management. Keeping abreast with new developments in the community

development fields to enhance service delivery. Knowledge of policies and

legislative mandates related to Community Development.

DUTIES : Provide social work services through the promotion of social change, problem

solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people

to enhance social well-being. To provide social work services towards

protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves.

Conduct assessment aimed at identifying conditions in individuals, groups,

families and communities that justify relevant Interventions. Identify and make

recommendations on the appropriate interventions required to address the

identified conditions. Implement the recommended interventions by providing

continuous support, counselling guidance and advice to the affected

individuals, groups and families and communities. Monitor and evaluate the

effectiveness of the recommended interventions, report on progress and

identify further amended interventions to address the identified conditions.

ENQUIRIES : Dr M Motshedi at 060 954 9878

Ms A Nel at 066 095 1508

Ms B Sytyi Tel No: (018) 388 2916/2924

Mr M Madienyane Tel No: (053) 928 0111

APPLICATIONS : E-mail: SDRecruitmentBOJ@nwpg.gov.za

E-mail: SDRecruitmentKK@nwpg.gov.za

E- Mail: SDRecruitmentNMM@nwpg.gov.za

E-mail: SDRecruitmentRSM@nwpg.gov.za

Grade 12. Bachelor of Social Work that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Services Profession (SACSSP) as a Social Worker. Computer literacy. A valid driver’s license. The following knowledge and skills are required for appointment: Understanding social dynamics, human behaviour and social systems. Social Intervention and empowerment. Social support. Protecting vulnerable individuals. Understanding Social Work legislation. Communication (written and verbal). Teamwork and collaboration. Planning and organising. Diversity Management. Understanding social work values and principles. Competencies: Knowledge of human behaviour and social systems. Understanding community dynamics. Networking and establishing partnerships. Understanding community development programmes. Community Development research. Understanding community development legislation. Planning and organising; Networking skills; Communication (written and verbal); Project Management; Team leadership. People management. Conflict management. Project management. Financial Management. Keeping abreast with new developments in the community development fields to enhance service delivery. Knowledge of policies and legislative mandates related to Community Development.

Provide social work services through the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being. To provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves. Conduct assessment aimed at identifying conditions in individuals, groups, families and communities that justify relevant Interventions. Identify and make recommendations on the appropriate interventions required to address the identified conditions. Implement the recommended interventions by providing continuous support, counselling guidance and advice to the affected individuals, groups and families and communities. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the recommended interventions, report on progress and identify further amended interventions to address the identified conditions.

E-mail: SDRecruitmentBOJ@nwpg.gov.za E-mail: SDRecruitmentKK@nwpg.gov.za E- Mail: SDRecruitmentNMM@nwpg.gov.za E-mail: SDRecruitmentRSM@nwpg.gov.za To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae via e- mail or hand delivery. On the subject line of your e-mail, indicate the correct name of the post and the reference number include the department, also use the correct e-mail. All attachments for online submission must include the Z83 form and updated Curriculum Vitae only be in PDF Format, also as one document. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Compliance: It is compulsory to fill all fields on the New Amended Z83 Form (81/971431) as prescribed with effect 01 January 2021, part of declaration must be signed, dated and initialed only on the first page. The Form is obtainable at any Public Service Departments and DPSA Website, www.dpsa.gov.za. Part A the applicant(s) must indicate the correct advertised Post name and Centre, Reference number. The Z83 Form must be accompanied by a recently updated Curriculum Vitae with full personal details, qualifications current and previous experience must be listed in date’s order, with relevant requirements of the post including three (3) names of contactable referees. Part B, C and D applicant must provide sufficient information relevant to the post applying for. Parts B, C and E fields for date of birth, work permit, business interest and preferred language, current study can be left blank, mark them as not relevant, and uses dashes or N/A if they don’t apply to you. Part E, F and G may not be fill if your CV already has the updated information. Applicant can skip experience section, but Part F is compulsory to be completed if you are seeking re- employment into the Public Service. Please note: It is a responsibility of a Person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidate(s) for post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview. NB: Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service (SMS Pre Entry Certificate) is required prior to finalisation of an appointment into any SMS post. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https: www.thensg.gov.za/training -course/sms-pre-entry programme. Note: All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. NB: All shortlisted candidates including SMS, shall undertake two pre- entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Applications received after the closing date will, as a rule will not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Applicant(s) previous background/reference checks will be verified through contactable referees. Shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits, asset records, qualifications verification and vetting. The successful candidate will enter into an annual performance agreement. The candidate annually will be requested to disclose his/her financial interest. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment. Applicant requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. NB: Communication and Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. If you have not heard from us within six (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours. NB: Regrettably due to excessive budget cuts, the department is not in a position to mee any travel and subsistence costs relating to the recruitment process for the shortlisted candidates. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Applications: SDRecruitmentBOJ@nwpg.gov.za