Family Support Social Worker

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Specialized training in family therapy

Medical aid benefits

Pension fund participation

Travel allowance for home visits

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Family Support Social Worker to provide in-home support to families in Welkom and surrounding areas. You will assess family needs, offer counseling, and connect families with services to promote child safety and well-being.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Social Work, SACSSP registration, and proven experience with home visits. You will collaborate with schools and health services, maintain detailed case notes, and travel across the Free State to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, or related.
• Registered with SACSSP.
• Experience working directly with families, ideally home visits.
• Knowledge of child development, family systems, and crisis intervention.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home assessments of family dynamics, safety, and support needs.
• Provide counseling and support to families experiencing conflict, stress, or dysfunction.
• Develop and implement family-centered intervention plans to address identified issues.
• Facilitate access to community resources such as parenting classes, childcare, and financial assistance.
• Monitor family progress and provide ongoing support to ensure sustained positive change.
• Collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, and child protection services in Welkom.

Skills

Counseling

Home visits

Report writing

Family work

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Our client is seeking a dedicated Family Support Social Worker to provide comprehensive assistance to families in need within the Welkom area. This role is central to strengthening family units by addressing challenges related to child welfare, domestic issues, and general well-being. You will work directly with families in their homes and communities, offering guidance, resources, and intervention strategies. This position requires a compassionate and skilled professional committed to fostering stable and healthy family environments in the Free State . Your expertise will be crucial in empowering families and ensuring the safety and development of children.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home assessments of family dynamics, safety, and support needs.
• Provide counseling and support to families experiencing conflict, stress, or dysfunction.
• Develop and implement family-centered intervention plans to address identified issues.
• Facilitate access to community resources such as parenting classes, childcare, and financial assistance.
• Monitor family progress and provide ongoing support to ensure sustained positive change.
• Collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, and child protection services in Welkom .

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, or a related discipline.
• Registered with the relevant professional council (e.g., SACSSP).
• Proven experience working directly with families, ideally in a home-visiting capacity.
• Knowledge of child development, family systems, and crisis intervention techniques.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation for home visits in the Free State .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.
• Opportunities for specialized training in family therapy and child development.
• Medical aid benefits and pension fund participation.
• Travel allowance for home visits and community-based work.
• A supportive team environment dedicated to making a difference in Welkom .