Community Outreach Worker

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

Training and growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Community Outreach Worker for a client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will engage with community members, identify needs and connect them with essential services and support programs.

The role focuses on building trust, facilitating access to health, education, and social welfare resources, and coordinating with local organizations. A flexible hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for training and growth are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in community work, social services, or a related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse populations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage outreach activities effectively.
• Proficiency in basic record-keeping and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach activities to identify individuals and families in need of support services.
• Provide information and guidance on available community resources, including health, education, and social welfare programs.
• Facilitate client access to services by assisting with applications and referrals.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community members and local organizations.
• Organize and participate in community events and awareness campaigns.
• Document outreach activities, client interactions, and service referrals accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Community engagement

Independent work

Record keeping

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Community Outreach Worker to join their team in Richards Bay , KwaZulu-Natal . This role focuses on engaging directly with community members, identifying needs, and connecting them with essential services and support programs. You will be instrumental in building trust and fostering relationships within the community, acting as a vital link between residents and available resources. This is a rewarding opportunity for an individual passionate about social impact and community development in the Richards Bay area, contributing to a more resilient and supportive local environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach activities to identify individuals and families in need of support services.
• Provide information and guidance on available community resources, including health, education, and social welfare programs.
• Facilitate client access to services by assisting with applications and referrals.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community members and local organizations.
• Organize and participate in community events and awareness campaigns.
• Document outreach activities, client interactions, and service referrals accurately.

Requirements

• Experience in community work, social services, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of the local community dynamics and available resources in Richards Bay .
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse populations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage outreach activities effectively.
• Proficiency in basic record-keeping and reporting.
• A genuine commitment to empowering communities and improving lives.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunities for training and professional growth.
• A collaborative team environment focused on community impact.
• Contribution to the well-being of the KwaZulu-Natal community.