Social Worker

University of the Witwatersrand; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in South Africa seeks a qualified professional to support student mental health and wellness. Ideal candidates will possess an Honours Degree in Social Work (or equivalent) and have 3 to 5 years of counselling experience. Responsibilities include organizing life skills workshops and collaborating with various stakeholders within the university. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for the role. This position offers the opportunity to impact student wellness positively.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in counselling (short-term individual and group).
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) is essential.
• Experience in development and implementation of mental health and wellness advocacy programmes.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate, organize, and implement life skills workshops and programmes.
• Liaise professionally with colleagues, managers, and students.
• Conduct workshops and presentations on campus and in residences.

Skills

Counselling

Teamwork

Communication

Report writing

Computer literacy

Education

Honours Degree in Social Work or equivalent

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Requirements

• Honours Degree (Social Work or equivalent degree essential)
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in counselling (short term individual and group)
• Experience in development and implementation of mental health and wellness advocacy programmes for student metal health and wellness.
• Excellent professional skills and experience to co-ordinate, organize and implement life skills workshops, programmes, and presentations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to liaise effectively and professionally, with a wide range of people e.g., colleagues, managers, scholars, students, faculty staff, internally and outside the university.
• Occasional after-hours workshops/presentations on campus and in Residences
• Computer literacy
• Report writing, editing and research skills.

Experience in working in the above areas at a Higher Educational Institution would be an advantage.

Closing date: 21 January 2026

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