Social Work Supervisor

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development budget

Generous leave allowance

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking an experienced Social Work Supervisor to lead and mentor a team of social workers. The role focuses on overseeing case management, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and providing clinical supervision to staff.

You will guide the team to support vulnerable individuals and families, uphold ethical practice in Gauteng, and drive professional development, with opportunities to influence social impact initiatives in the community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work.
• Registration with the SACSSP as a Social Worker.
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification social work experience, with at least 2 years in supervisory or leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in clinical supervision and case management.
• Strong understanding of social work theories, ethics, and practice models.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision, guidance, and support to a team of social workers.
• Oversee case management activities, ensuring adherence to best practices and agency policies.
• Conduct performance reviews and contribute to the professional development of team members.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Facilitate team meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
• Manage workload distribution and ensure efficient service delivery to clients in Sandton.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Case management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ethics and professional practice

Team mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

SACSSP registration as Social Worker

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and skilled Social Work Supervisor to lead and mentor a team of social workers in Sandton. This leadership role involves overseeing case management, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and providing clinical supervision to staff. You will play a crucial part in guiding the team to effectively support vulnerable individuals and families within the community. This position requires strong leadership abilities, a deep understanding of social work principles, and a commitment to professional development and ethical practice in the Gauteng region. Join an organization dedicated to making a lasting positive impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision, guidance, and support to a team of social workers.
• Oversee case management activities, ensuring adherence to best practices and agency policies.
• Conduct performance reviews and contribute to the professional development of team members.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Facilitate team meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
• Manage workload distribution and ensure efficient service delivery to clients in Sandton.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work.
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification social work experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Proven expertise in clinical supervision and case management.
• Strong understanding of social work theories, ethics, and practice models.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Generous leave allowance and professional development budget.
• Opportunity to lead and shape a dedicated team in a dynamic environment.
• Significant opportunity to influence social impact initiatives in the Sandton area.