Care Worker - Medical Ward

Mediclinic International; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Africa is seeking a qualified Child and Youth Care Worker for their Khayelitsha area. The role involves conducting assessments and supporting children in need. Candidates should have relevant experience, fluency in English and IsiXhosa, and a passion for community development. This full-time position offers the opportunity to make a real impact in children's lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 - 3 years' experience as CYCW post qualification.
• Must have a great interest in community and child development.
• Well presented, punctual and strong commitment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Khayelitsha area.
• Conduct home and family assessments of beneficiaries.
• Identify challenges faced by children and families.

Skills

Child and Youth Care worker qualification

Ability to speak English and IsiXhosa

Experience with children and understanding of Children's Act 38 of 2005

Problem solving capabilities

Highly flexible and ability to work in a demanding environment

Ability to network

Education

Child and Youth Care worker qualification

Job description

Overview

Care Worker Medical Ward in Somerset West

Job Description

Child and Youth Care Worker at Yabonga Children's Project

• Deadline: 19 December 2025
• Region: TBC
• Type of employment: Full time

Posted today

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in our Khayelitsha, Cape Town area.
• Yabonga seeks to appoint a qualified Child and Youth Care Worker.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Child and Youth Care worker qualification.
• Know and understand the DSD Risiha programme
• Minimum of 2 - 3 years' experience as CYCW post qualification.
• Be able to do home / child and family assessments of Yabonga beneficiaries
• Able to identify challenges.
• Ability to speak English and IsiXhosa.
• Experience with children and understanding of Children's Act 38 of 2005.
• Speak and write detailed reports in IsiXhosa and English language
• Well presented, Punctual and Strong commitment
• Must have a great interest in community and child development
• Ability to network
• Highly flexible and ability to work in a demanding environment
• Problem solving capabilities
• High work ethic
• Comfortable working in and around the Khayelitsha area

How to apply

Send a detailed CV with qualifications and experience via email. No hand delivered applications will be accepted.

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Job Posting Details

• Date posted: 17 October 2025

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