Senior Community Impact and Support Lead

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangements

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town, Western Cape, a leading non-profit, seeks a Senior Community Support Specialist to develop and oversee essential support programs for vulnerable populations.

You will coordinate social services, mentor staff, build partnerships, and ensure program effectiveness with data-driven adjustments. A Bachelor's in Social Work or related field and 5+ years in community social work are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in community social work or similar.
• Experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation within the non-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of social welfare systems and relevant SA legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage community outreach strategies to identify individuals and families in need of support.
• Coordinate and deliver a range of social support services including counseling, resource navigation, and crisis intervention.
• Build and maintain relationships with local stakeholders, partners, and government agencies.
• Supervise and mentor junior support staff with guidance and development opportunities.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and make data-driven improvements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Active listening

Team supervision

Data-driven

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology)

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town, Western Cape, a leading non-profit, seeks a Senior Community Support Specialist to develop and oversee essential support programs for vulnerable populations.

You will coordinate social services, mentor staff, build partnerships, and ensure program effectiveness with data-driven adjustments. A Bachelor's in Social Work or related field and 5+ years in community social work are required.