Remote Senior Social Impact Specialist

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Social Support Specialist to join a remote-first team delivering comprehensive case management and direct support to vulnerable individuals and families. The role emphasizes social justice, collaboration with partners, and high-quality documentation.

You will conduct needs assessments, develop support plans, provide counseling, coordinate with external agencies, mentor junior staff, and stay current with best practices.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments and develop individualized support plans for clients.
• Provide direct social support services, including counseling, crisis intervention, and advocacy.
• Manage a caseload of diverse clients with timely service delivery.
• Collaborate with external agencies to coordinate comprehensive care.
• Maintain confidential client records per policies and legal requirements.
• Facilitate psychoeducational groups and workshops, virtually or in person when available.
• Mentor junior support staff to foster a collaborative team.
• Stay updated on trends, legislation, and best practices in social work.
• Engage in supervision and professional development to enhance skills.
• Use digital tools effectively for client interaction and team collaboration.

Skills

Case management

Counseling techniques

Crisis intervention

Remote work tools

Written & verbal communication

Professional collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Case management software

Video conferencing platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Social Support Specialist to join a remote-first team delivering comprehensive case management and direct support to vulnerable individuals and families. The role emphasizes social justice, collaboration with partners, and high-quality documentation.

You will conduct needs assessments, develop support plans, provide counseling, coordinate with external agencies, mentor junior staff, and stay current with best practices.