Part-Time Social Care Assistant – Training & Overtime

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time hours

Competitive hourly wage

Training & development

Supportive team

Impactful work

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Social Care Assistant to provide essential, compassionate support to individuals and families in the community. You will assist with daily living tasks while promoting independence and maintaining dignity in a home setting.

You will accompany clients to appointments, monitor well-being, and work with families to tailor care plans. This part-time role includes a competitive hourly wage and ongoing training within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous caregiving or social support experience is desirable.
• Empathetic demeanor and patient interaction are essential.
• Strong health and safety awareness in a care setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client interaction.
• Ability to work independently and manage time with client schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks, including hygiene, mobility and reminders.
• Support with household chores, meal prep and grocery shopping.
• Provide companionship and engage in activities to boost wellbeing.
• Accompany clients to appointments and community events.
• Monitor client condition and report changes to the supervisor promptly.
• Collaborate with family and other caregivers to implement a care plan.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Time management

Independence

Driving

Job description

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Social Care Assistant to provide essential, compassionate support to individuals and families in the community. You will assist with daily living tasks while promoting independence and maintaining dignity in a home setting.

You will accompany clients to appointments, monitor well-being, and work with families to tailor care plans. This part-time role includes a competitive hourly wage and ongoing training within a supportive team.