Family Support Worker

Placements24; George; Sur place; ZAR 240 000 - 320 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Training & development

Supportive team environment

Employee assistance program

Regular supervision & feedback

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking a dedicated Family Support Worker to join our team. You will provide essential support to families and individuals, conduct home visits, assess needs, and connect clients with community resources to strengthen family bonds and well-being.

The role requires empathy, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate with educators, healthcare providers, and housing services.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to support families and individuals
• Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills
• Ability to collaborate with professionals and community resources
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and child protection

Responsabilités

• Conduct home visits and assessments to understand family dynamics and needs.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans in collaboration with families.
• Provide practical advice and emotional support to parents and children.
• Facilitate access to essential services such as education, healthcare, and housing.
• Organize and lead parenting workshops and group sessions.
• Mediate conflicts and promote positive communication within families.
• Monitor progress and provide follow-up support.
• Maintain detailed and confidential case notes.
• Collaborate with other professionals and agencies involved in child and family welfare.
• Respond effectively to child protection concerns in line with safeguarding policies.

Connaissances

Empathy

Communication skills

Active listening

Rapport building

Formation

Social Work or related discipline

Child and Youth Care

Outils

Microsoft Office

Record-keeping systems

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Family Support Worker to join their esteemed team in **George, Western Cape**. This pivotal role involves providing essential support to families and individuals experiencing difficulties, aiming to strengthen family bonds and improve overall well-being. You will work closely with families to identify their needs, develop effective strategies, and connect them with vital community resources. The position demands a sensitive and professional approach to empower families and foster resilience. This is an exceptional opportunity for a compassionate individual eager to contribute positively to the **George** community. If you are passionate about social welfare and family empowerment, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits and assessments to understand family dynamics and needs.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans in collaboration with families.
• Provide practical advice and emotional support to parents and children.
• Facilitate access to essential services such as education, healthcare, and housing.
• Organize and lead parenting workshops and group sessions.
• Mediate conflicts and promote positive communication within families.
• Monitor progress and provide follow-up support.
• Maintain detailed and confidential case notes.
• Collaborate with other professionals and agencies involved in child and family welfare.
• Respond effectively to child protection concerns in line with safeguarding policies.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience working with families in a supportive capacity.
• Strong understanding of child development and family systems theory.
• Excellent communication, active listening, and empathy skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of local community resources in **George**.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and client record-keeping systems.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation for home visits.
• Commitment to safeguarding principles and child protection.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with calmness and professionalism.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment dedicated to making a difference.
• Opportunity to directly impact the lives of families in the **Western Cape**.
• Employee assistance program offering confidential support.
• Regular supervision and performance feedback.