Social Worker - Community Services

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel for community visits

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a qualified Social Worker to support individuals and families in the North West. The role blends in-person client engagement with remote administrative tasks to ensure ongoing community presence.

You will assess needs, develop intervention plans, provide counseling, advocate for clients, and coordinate with local resources to promote well-being and social integration.

Qualifications

• A recognized degree in Social Work and SACSSP registration.
• Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience in community-based social work.
• Demonstrated experience in case management, counseling, and advocacy.
• Proficiency in using case management software and standard office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively, with strong organizational skills for the hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of client needs, identifying social, emotional, and environmental challenges.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized case management plans.
• Provide counseling and therapeutic interventions to clients and their families.
• Advocate for clients' rights and connect them with community resources and services.
• Maintain detailed and confidential client records, documenting all interactions and progress.
• Collaborate with other professionals, agencies, and community groups to ensure holistic client care.

Skills

Case management

Counseling

Advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

SACSSP registration

Tools

Case management software

Office applications

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a qualified and dedicated Social Worker to provide critical support services to individuals and families within the Rustenburg community. This hybrid role allows for a blend of in-person client engagement and remote administrative tasks, offering flexibility while ensuring essential community presence. You will assess client needs, develop intervention strategies, and connect them with appropriate resources to foster well-being and social integration. This position is vital for addressing complex social issues and promoting positive outcomes for vulnerable populations in the North West province. Joining our client means contributing to a compassionate and impactful organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of client needs, identifying social, emotional, and environmental challenges.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized case management plans.
• Provide counseling and therapeutic interventions to clients and their families.
• Advocate for clients' rights and connect them with community resources and services.
• Maintain detailed and confidential client records, documenting all interactions and progress.
• Collaborate with other professionals, agencies, and community groups to ensure holistic client care.

Requirements

• A recognized degree in Social Work and registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP).
• Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience in community-based social work.
• Demonstrated experience in case management, counseling, and advocacy.
• Proficiency in using case management software and standard office applications.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively, with strong organizational skills for the hybrid work model.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and further training.
• A supportive work environment with a focus on professional growth and collaboration.
• Access to resources and support for managing challenging caseloads.
• Contribution towards essential travel for community visits.