Social Worker Grade 1 to 4 (5/8th) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

MHS515/2026

Location:

New Somerset Hospital,

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 211 380 - R 248 544 per annum, Grade 2: R 258 129 - R 298 998 per annum, Grade 3: R 310 419 - R 364 896 per annum, Grade 4: R 380 538 - R 471 741 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

21 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

04 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Provision of comprehensive, client centred clinical social work services to adults and children in a district hospital. Ensure safe discharge plans, support and protection of vulnerable individuals and families. Conduct psychosocial assessments aimed at identifying conditions within individuals that justify relevant interventions. implementation of applicable social work interventions. Effective engagement and networking with the multidisciplinary team as well as all relevant external stakeholders. Keep up to date with new developments in social work. Utilize and manage resources. Support social workers, volunteers and students. Assist with the achievement of department and organisational goals. Perform all administrative functions required of the job. Deliver an accountable social work service through the appropriate implementation of social work processes.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Appropriate qualification as a Social Worker that allows for registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals (SACSSP).

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 South African Council for Social Service Professions. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions. Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Worker. Proof of payment of current registration essential.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Strong analytical and leadership, problem solving, decision making and conflict resolution skills. Computer literacy (MS Office package: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook email). Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to social work service in the public sector. Good report writing, interpersonal, leadership and planning skills. Ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team to achieve functional outcomes for clients. Knowledge and understanding of illness and disease, human behaviour, and social systems within a health environment setting. Appropriate experience in a clinical setting.

ENQUIRIES

Mrs C Herwell, Tel 021 402 6621

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:

available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and

bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.