Family Support Social Worker - Impactful Community Advocate

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Retirement fund contributions

Career development and training

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Family Support Services team. You will assess families, develop interventions, provide counselling, and advocate for children and families while navigating child protection frameworks and community resources.

The role requires a Bachelor of Social Work with SACSSP registration and at least four years of relevant experience. Travel within the Upington region and ethical practice are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Social Work degree with SACSSP registration.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a registered Social Worker in family support/child welfare or related fields.
• Experience in case management, crisis intervention, and psychosocial assessment.
• Knowledge of child protection legislation, family law, and social services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments of families to identify needs and risks.
• Develop and implement case management plans for family stability and child well‑being.
• Provide counselling and therapeutic interventions.
• Facilitate access to community resources and support networks.

Skills

Counselling

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Communication

Professional boundaries

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join the Family Support Services team. You will assess families, develop interventions, provide counselling, and advocate for children and families while navigating child protection frameworks and community resources.

The role requires a Bachelor of Social Work with SACSSP registration and at least four years of relevant experience. Travel within the Upington region and ethical practice are essential.