Rehabilitation Support Worker

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Rehabilitation Support Worker to assist clients in recovery remotely across South Africa. You will provide ongoing support, guidance, and encouragement via virtual tools to help clients work toward reintegration.

The role emphasizes empathy, organization, and strong communication, with opportunities for professional development and remote supervision.

Qualifications

• Qualification or certification in Social Work, Community Services, or related field.
• Experience in support work, counselling or rehabilitation services.
• Proven ability to work remotely using virtual tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with empathy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote support and coaching to clients undergoing rehabilitation programs.
• Assist clients in setting and achieving personal rehabilitation goals.
• Monitor client progress through virtual check-ins and regular communication.
• Facilitate access to online resources, support groups, and services.
• Document client interactions and progress accurately.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to ensure integrated client care.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Remote communication

Time management

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and compassionate Rehabilitation Support Worker to assist individuals in their recovery journey, operating in a remote capacity. This role is crucial for providing ongoing support, guidance, and encouragement to clients as they work towards reintegration and independence. You will leverage virtual communication tools to connect with clients, monitor progress, and facilitate access to resources. The ideal candidate is empathetic, highly organized, and adept at building rapport and trust remotely, committed to empowering individuals to overcome challenges and achieve their rehabilitation goals, contributing to positive life changes from anywhere in South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote support and coaching to clients undergoing rehabilitation programs.
• Assist clients in setting and achieving personal rehabilitation goals.
• Monitor client progress through virtual check-ins and regular communication.
• Facilitate access to online resources, support groups, and relevant services.
• Document client interactions, progress, and any emerging concerns accurately.
• Collaborate with the rehabilitation team to ensure integrated client care.

Requirements

• A qualification or certification in Social Work, Community Services, or a related field.
• Experience in support work, counselling, or rehabilitation services.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote setting using virtual communication tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a high degree of empathy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Understanding of rehabilitation principles and recovery processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with benefits suited for remote work.
• Flexibility to work from home, serving clients across Northern Cape and beyond.
• Opportunities for professional development and virtual training.
• A supportive virtual team culture and access to remote supervision.
• The satisfaction of empowering individuals to achieve recovery and independence.