Senior Social Worker - Mental Health

Placements24; Pretoria; Remote; ZAR 540,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Life insurance

PD budget

Home office support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker specializing in mental health to join a fully remote team serving the Pretoria region. The role delivers expert assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions for diverse mental health challenges.

The incumbent will supervise junior staff, contribute to program development, and advocate for improved access to mental healthcare, with a flexible remote work setup across the community.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work with a mental health specialization.
• Registered with the SACSSP in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualifying clinical mental health experience.
• Expertise in CBT, DBT or psychodynamic therapies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth psychosocial assessments and develop comprehensive mental health treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy utilizing evidence-based modalities.
• Manage complex cases including severe mental illness, trauma, and crises.
• Supervise and mentor junior social workers and interns, providing case consultation.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, and other professionals to ensure holistic patient care.
• Develop and implement outreach programs and psychoeducational workshops for the community.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Therapy (CBT)

Therapy (DBT)

Psychodynamic therapy

Clinical supervision

Remote service delivery

Report writing

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

SACSSP registration

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks an experienced and highly skilled Senior Social Worker specializing in mental health to join their fully remote team, serving the Pretoria region. In this advanced role, you will provide expert assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions for individuals facing a range of mental health challenges. You will also contribute to program development, supervise junior staff, and advocate for improved mental healthcare access. This position offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to utilize your extensive experience to positively impact mental well-being across the community without the need for daily office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth psychosocial assessments and develop comprehensive mental health treatment plans .
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy utilizing evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
• Manage complex cases, including those involving severe mental illness, trauma, and crisis situations.
• Supervise and mentor junior social workers and interns, providing guidance and case consultation.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic patient care.
• Develop and implement outreach programs and psychoeducational workshops for the community.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work or equivalent, with a specialization in mental health.
• Registered and in good standing with the SACSSP.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualifying experience in clinical mental health social work .
• Advanced proficiency in various therapeutic techniques (e.g., CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy).
• Proven ability to manage complex caseloads and provide clinical supervision.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and virtual communication skills for remote service delivery.

Benefits

• Attractive senior-level salary and performance bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, retirement, and life insurance.
• Significant budget for continuing professional development and specialized training.
• Flexibility of working remotely with dedicated support for home office infrastructure.
• Opportunity to shape and influence mental health service delivery in the Pretoria area.