Senior Youth Development Lead – Programs & Impact

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Medical coverage

Retirement plan

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Paid time off

Supportive management

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Lead Social Worker - Youth Development in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will lead a team of social workers and youth facilitators to design and deliver programs that empower and support young people.

You will supervise caseloads, conduct needs assessments, facilitate group sessions, collaborate with schools and NGOs, and advocate for youth rights. A MSW and SACSSP registration are required, with at least 7 years post-qualification experience including leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification.
• SACSSP professional registration is required.
• Minimum 7 years post-qualifying experience in social work, with at least 3 years in leadership or supervisory role in youth development.
• Proven expertise in adolescent counseling, crisis intervention, and case management.
• Strong knowledge of child protection legislation and welfare systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of youth development programs.
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to a team of social workers and youth development practitioners.
• Conduct comprehensive needs assessments for youth and families in the community.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions and psycho-educational workshops for adolescents.
• Develop partnerships with schools, NGOs, and government agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis intervention

Case management

Communication

Report writing

Group facilitation

Education

MSW or equivalent

SACSSP registration

Tools

Digital case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Lead Social Worker - Youth Development in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will lead a team of social workers and youth facilitators to design and deliver programs that empower and support young people.

You will supervise caseloads, conduct needs assessments, facilitate group sessions, collaborate with schools and NGOs, and advocate for youth rights. A MSW and SACSSP registration are required, with at least 7 years post-qualification experience including leadership.