Senior Community Care Lead (Midrand) - Mentor & Impact

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Supportive environment

Meaningful work

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Community Support Worker in Midrand to oversee a caseload and mentor junior staff. You will develop and implement care plans, provide practical support, and liaise with families and professionals to ensure coordinated care.

The role requires strong leadership, empathy, and excellent communication in a community setting. The successful candidate will have 3-5 years in social care, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity, and a relevant qualification.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Community Development, or a related field.
• 3-5 years in community/social care with at least 1 year in a senior/supervisory role.
• Experience in developing and managing care plans.
• Proficiency in client needs assessment and risk management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
• Empathy, patience and a genuine desire to support individuals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized care plans with clients, families, and stakeholders.
• Provide direct practical support with daily living tasks and community engagement.
• Supervise and mentor a team of Community Support Workers.
• Conduct regular client assessments to ensure care plans remain appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and outcomes.
• Coordinate with external agencies and healthcare professionals.
• Address safeguarding concerns following policy.
• Organize and facilitate group activities and support sessions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Care planning

Risk management

Client assessment

Team supervision

Education

Social Work

Psychology

Community Development

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Community Support Worker in Midrand to oversee a caseload and mentor junior staff. You will develop and implement care plans, provide practical support, and liaise with families and professionals to ensure coordinated care.

The role requires strong leadership, empathy, and excellent communication in a community setting. The successful candidate will have 3-5 years in social care, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity, and a relevant qualification.