Social Work Supervisor: Grade 1-2 Probation Services Ref No: SWSUP/PS/FB/10/26

SALARY : Grade 1-2: R496 668 - R929 706 per annum, (Salary will be in accordance with OSD Determination) 

CENTRE : Frances Baard District (Kimberley and Warrenton)

REQUIREMENTS :

• Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work. Current Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker. A minimum of 8 years appropriate experience in Social Work. Valid motor vehicle driver’s licence.
• Knowledge and Skills: Computer Skills. Interpersonal Skills. Communication Skills. Report Writing Skills. Management and Evaluation Skills. Knowledge of supervision model within the sector. Knowledge of relevant programmes in Social Work. In-depth knowledge of social work service delivery model. People management and empowerment. 

DUTIES :

• Render comprehensive social work services aimed at the care, support, protection, empowerment and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the implementation of relevant social work and social welfare programmes.
• Identify, assess and respond to social conditions and circumstances that may result in, or stem from, social instability and social dysfunction in any form, and facilitate appropriate interventions, referrals and linkages with relevant services and stakeholders.
• Provide professional supervision, guidance, advice and support to social workers, social auxiliary workers and volunteers to promote effective, ethical, and accountable and quality social work service delivery in accordance with applicable legislation, policies, professional standards, departmental directives and best practice.
• Keep abreast of developments, emerging trends, legislation, policies, research and best practices in the social work and social welfare fields, and facilitate the application of relevant developments to improve service delivery.
• Oversee and coordinate the administrative and operational functions required within the unit, including planning, record management, reporting, monitoring, quality assurance and compliance, and undertake higher-level administrative functions as required.
• Ensure the effective coordination of social work interventions and resources within the unit, promote integrated and multidisciplinary service delivery, and contribute to the achievement of departmental priorities and social development outcomes.