Family Support Social Worker — Empower Communities (Queenstown)

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supervision and support

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Social Worker for a role in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop case plans, provide counseling, and connect families with housing, healthcare, education, and other community resources.

The ideal candidate will have a BSW, SACSSP registration, and at least 3 years of post-qualification experience with vulnerable populations in the Eastern Cape. Travel within Queenstown area is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) or equivalent.
• SACSSP registration required.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in social work.
• Experience with vulnerable populations and the Eastern Cape region preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments of individuals and families to identify needs and strengths.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized case plans and intervention strategies.
• Provide direct counseling and therapeutic services to clients, individuals, and families.
• Facilitate referrals to community resources (housing, employment, healthcare, education).
• Provide crisis intervention and support services as needed.
• Collaborate with agencies to coordinate care and maintain confidential records.
• Advocate for clients' rights and access to services.
• Engage in community outreach to raise awareness in Queenstown.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Counseling skills

Advocacy skills

Case management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Social Worker for a role in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop case plans, provide counseling, and connect families with housing, healthcare, education, and other community resources.

The ideal candidate will have a BSW, SACSSP registration, and at least 3 years of post-qualification experience with vulnerable populations in the Eastern Cape. Travel within Queenstown area is required.