Community Outreach & Social Services Specialist

Kabstrading Co; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kabstrading Co in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a dedicated social services practitioner to drive community outreach and coordinate holistic client support. You will engage with schools, healthcare facilities, and law enforcement to ensure coordinated services for vulnerable communities.

You will supervise social auxiliary workers and volunteers, conduct comprehensive client assessments, and develop tailored intervention and care plans in collaboration with clients and families.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Conduct community outreach and awareness programmes on social issues such as substance abuse, domestic violence, and HIV.
• Liaise with schools, healthcare facilities, law enforcement, and other agencies to coordinate holistic client support.
• Facilitate access to social services including grants, housing, healthcare, and other support programmes.
• Supervise social auxiliary workers, volunteers, and community caregivers, providing guidance and support.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' social, emotional, and economic circumstances to identify needs and risks.
• Develop and implement individualised intervention and care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and other professionals.
• Prepare professional reports and recommendations for courts, parole boards, and multi-disciplinary teams.

Job description

Kabstrading Co in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a dedicated social services practitioner to drive community outreach and coordinate holistic client support. You will engage with schools, healthcare facilities, and law enforcement to ensure coordinated services for vulnerable communities.

You will supervise social auxiliary workers and volunteers, conduct comprehensive client assessments, and develop tailored intervention and care plans in collaboration with clients and families.