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SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 TO 4 (PRODUCTION)

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE

Salary band

R 338 208

Closing date

24 July 2026

Reference

PSC 24/300

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About this role

Department

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE

Location

New Somerset Hospital

Salary

Grade 1: R338 208 per annum Grade 2: R413 004 per annum Grade 3: R496 668 per annum Grade 4: R608 859 per annum

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification as a Social Worker that allows for registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals (SACSSP). Registration with a Professional Council: Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Worker. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP. Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid Code B driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to render a clinical social work practise as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a Specialist Mental Health Care setting. Sound knowledge and skills in psycho-social assessment, family and individual counselling skills. Knowledge of relevant statutory processes. Computer literacy, good verbal and written communication skills. Appropriate experience in working with vulnerable populations.

Duties

Provide clinical social work services with regards to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities. Utilise specialist knowledge and skills to conduct psychosocial assessments, counsel individuals and families, network effectively internally with the multi-disciplinary team as well as with relevant external role players, conduct appropriate referrals to relevant role players / stake holders, actively contribute to development of care and safety plans. Deliver accountable services through the application of the Social Work Administrative process. Ensure continued professional development by keeping updated with developments in the field.

Enquiries

Ms S Mdunyelwa Te l N o: (021) 826-5838 (Social Work Manager)

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

Closing Date

24 July 2026

About social work and community development roles in South Africa

Social work is a regulated profession in South Africa and all social workers must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). The Department of Social Development is the largest public sector employer of social workers, with posts distributed across all nine provinces. Community development workers are employed at both provincial and municipal level and play a critical role in service delivery and community liaison.

·Your SACSSP registration number and the year of registration must appear on your CV for all social work applications.

·Posts in child protection, probation services, and substance abuse rehabilitation require specific experience in those sub-fields.

·Social work posts in rural areas are frequently unfilled due to a shortage of registered practitioners willing to relocate. These posts may attract rural allowances.

·Community development worker posts do not always require social work registration but a relevant qualification at NQF level 4 or above is standard.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification as a Social Worker that allows for registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals (SACSSP)
·Registration with a Professional Council: Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Worker
·Experience: Grade 1: None after registration
·Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP
·Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP
·Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the SACSSP
·Inherent requirements of the job: A valid Code B driver’s license
·Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to render a clinical social work practise as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a Specialist Mental Health Care setting
·Sound knowledge and skills in psycho-social assessment, family and individual counselling skills
·Knowledge of relevant statutory processes

Key Duties

·Provide clinical social work services with regards to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities
·Utilise specialist knowledge and skills to conduct psychosocial assessments, counsel individuals and families, network effectively internally with the multi-disciplinary team as well as with relevant external role players, conduct appropriate referrals to relevant role players / stake holders, actively contribute to development of care and safety plans
·Deliver accountable services through the application of the Social Work Administrative process
·Ensure continued professional development by keeping updated with developments in the field

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓Include your current SACSSP registration certificate and membership number
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to cmrecruit49@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 TO 4 (PRODUCTION) position at PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE?+

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What is the salary for the SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 TO 4 (PRODUCTION) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 338 208. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1 TO 4 (PRODUCTION) application close?+

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