Remote Child & Family Social Worker - Impact & Growth

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Advanced training

Professional supervision

Peer support

Well-being resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Social Worker specializing in Child and Family Services. The role supports safeguarding vulnerable children and families from a home office in South Africa, coordinating care plans, assessments, and counseling in collaboration with parents and guardians.

The ideal candidate has an MSW, SACSSP registration, and extensive experience in child welfare, with strong knowledge of laws and court processes.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited institution.
• SACSSP registration is mandatory.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in child welfare or family services.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and safety planning.
• Strong knowledge of child protection laws and family court procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks.
• Develop and implement individualized service plans to improve safety and family functioning.
• Provide direct counseling and therapeutic interventions to children and families.
• Coordinate services with schools, healthcare providers, and other agencies.
• Prepare detailed reports, case notes, and court documents accurately and timely.
• Advocate for the rights and needs of children within the service system.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Risk assessment

Remote work

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Tools

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Electronic case management

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Social Worker specializing in Child and Family Services. The role supports safeguarding vulnerable children and families from a home office in South Africa, coordinating care plans, assessments, and counseling in collaboration with parents and guardians.

The ideal candidate has an MSW, SACSSP registration, and extensive experience in child welfare, with strong knowledge of laws and court processes.