Field-Based Family Support Specialist

Placements24; Kempton Park; Presencial; ZAR 180.000 - 300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Career progression

Supervision and peer support

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks an experienced Family Support Officer in the Tembisa area, Gauteng, to empower families and improve outcomes for children and youth. This field-based role requires travel within the community and hands-on intervention with families.

You will conduct home visits, develop support plans, provide counselling, and connect families with local services, schools, and healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care and durable impact.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field.
• 3+ years experience in family support or child welfare.
• Knowledge of child development and family systems.
• Strong assessment, counselling, and crisis intervention skills.
• Report writing and documentation proficiency.
• Able to manage a caseload and work autonomously.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for fieldwork.
• Understanding of child protection legislation.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct home visits and assessments to understand family needs and dynamics.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans in collaboration with families.
• Provide counselling and emotional support to families facing challenges.
• Connect families with community resources, services, and programs.
• Facilitate group sessions and workshops for parents and caregivers.
• Monitor progress, evaluate interventions, and adjust plans as needed.
• Maintain confidential client records and progress notes.
• Advocate for families within relevant systems and agencies.
• Collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, and social services.

Conocimientos

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Counselling

Crisis intervention

Case management

Educación

Bachelor's in Social Work

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 seeks an experienced Family Support Officer in the Tembisa area, Gauteng, to empower families and improve outcomes for children and youth. This field-based role requires travel within the community and hands-on intervention with families.

You will conduct home visits, develop support plans, provide counselling, and connect families with local services, schools, and healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care and durable impact.