Senior Social Work Supervisor: Policy & Programs Leader

Western Cape Government; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 497,000 - 584,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Cape Government's Department of Social Development seeks a Social Work Supervisor: Facility Policy Planning and Professional Services. The role focuses on supervising social workers, developing policy planning, and ensuring service delivery for vulnerable groups.

You must hold a Bachelor of Social Work and be registered with SACSSP, with at least seven years' post-registration experience and a valid Code B driving licence. The position is permanent and located in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work and SACSSP registration.
• Minimum of 7 years of social work experience after registration.
• Valid Code B driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure social work services for care, support, protection of vulnerable individuals and communities.
• Supervise employees and conduct assessments.
• Develop and plan programs to render interventions.
• Monitor and evaluate interventions and report progress.
• Ensure records and compliance with SOPs and sector standards.
• Provide guidance on legislation and policies to supervisors and stakeholders.
• Compile court reports and attend court inquiries.

Skills

Organizing and planning

Project planning

Psychosocial intervention

Communication skills

Two official languages

People management

Report writing

Computer literacy

Presentation and facilitation

Problem solving

Client orientation

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

SACSSP registration

Job description

Western Cape Government's Department of Social Development seeks a Social Work Supervisor: Facility Policy Planning and Professional Services. The role focuses on supervising social workers, developing policy planning, and ensuring service delivery for vulnerable groups.

You must hold a Bachelor of Social Work and be registered with SACSSP, with at least seven years' post-registration experience and a valid Code B driving licence. The position is permanent and located in the Western Cape.