Social Program Officer

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Travel allowance

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Social Program Officer for a community-focused charitable organization in Port Elizabeth. You will work directly with beneficiaries, assess needs, and connect them with appropriate resources to improve well-being.

Key duties include developing individualized support plans, monitoring progress, maintaining confidential case files, and collaborating with partners to ensure comprehensive support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in social work or program delivery in non-profit.
• Strong knowledge of social welfare systems and Port Elizabeth resources.
• Excellent counseling, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience in case management and needs assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of individuals and families seeking assistance.
• Develop and implement individualized support plans for beneficiaries.
• Connect beneficiaries with relevant community resources, services, and government support.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of beneficiaries, providing ongoing support and follow-up.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case files and program records.
• Collaborate with community partners and other service providers to ensure comprehensive support.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Problem solving

Discretion

Case management

Needs assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a community-focused charitable organization serving Port Elizabeth , is seeking a dedicated Social Program Officer . This role is crucial for the successful implementation and delivery of our client's social support programs aimed at enhancing the well-being of disadvantaged individuals and families. You will work directly with beneficiaries, assess their needs, connect them with appropriate resources, and monitor their progress. This position requires a compassionate individual with a strong understanding of social services and a commitment to making a positive impact in the Port Elizabeth community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of individuals and families seeking assistance from social programs.
• Develop and implement individualized support plans for beneficiaries.
• Connect beneficiaries with relevant community resources, services, and government support.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of beneficiaries, providing ongoing support and follow-up.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case files and program records.
• Collaborate with community partners and other service providers to ensure comprehensive support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in social work or program delivery within a non-profit setting.
• Strong knowledge of social welfare systems and available community resources in Port Elizabeth .
• Excellent counseling, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Experience in case management and needs assessment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Meaningful work contributing to community welfare.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive team environment focused on client outcomes.
• Travel allowance for client visits and community engagement.