Remote Social Worker - Case Management

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Professional development support

Access to modern digital tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Social Worker to provide case management and client support across diverse communities. The role is fully remote, enabling you to work from anywhere while coordinating services to support well-being and independence.

The position emphasizes assessing client needs, developing care plans, and liaising with healthcare and social service providers. A master’s in social work and SACSSP registration are required, with at least three years of experience

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent.
• Current SACSSP registration.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in case management or direct client service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote client assessments via video conferencing and phone calls.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized case management plans.
• Coordinate access to community resources, healthcare, and social services.
• Maintain accurate and confidential electronic client records.
• Provide ongoing support, advocacy, and crisis intervention to clients remotely.
• Liaise effectively with external agencies and service providers via digital channels.

Skills

Case management

Video conferencing

Electronic records

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Autonomy

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Tools

Zoom/Teams

Electronic records systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Social Worker to specialize in Case Management . This role is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere while providing essential services to clients across various communities. You will be responsible for assessing client needs, developing comprehensive care plans, and coordinating services to support their well-being and independence. This position offers significant flexibility and the chance to utilize your skills in a modern, digitally-enabled work environment, impacting lives from the comfort of your home office. This is a key role within our client's expanding remote service delivery model, particularly for individuals needing support in the Randburg area and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct remote client assessments via video conferencing and phone calls.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized case management plans.
• Coordinate access to community resources, healthcare, and social services.
• Maintain accurate and confidential electronic client records.
• Provide ongoing support, advocacy, and crisis intervention to clients remotely.
• Liaise effectively with external agencies and service providers via digital communication channels.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification.
• Current registration with SACSSP.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in case management or direct client service.
• Proficiency in using virtual communication tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams) and electronic record-keeping systems.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and maintain high professional standards in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical and retirement.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Professional development support and opportunities for virtual training.
• Access to modern digital tools and platforms to facilitate client support.
• The chance to significantly impact client outcomes while enjoying work-life balance.