Social Worker Grade 1 to 4 (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: OD56/2026

Location: Otto Du Plessis Hospital, Cape Agulhas Sub-district

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 338 208 per annum, Grade 2: R 413 004 per annum, Grade 3: R 496 668 per annum, Grade 4: R 608 859 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

6/26/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/10 17:00:00

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.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

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

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Computer literacy (MS Word and Excel). Knowledge and understanding of the nature of human behaviour and the social service profession. Competence in Child and Youth Care services within the Child Care Act. Have full knowledge of the Termination of Pregnancy Act 92 of 1992. Skilled in trauma debriefing/supportive counselling.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical test. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status).

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years’ experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years’ experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP. Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years’ experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid code 8/EB driver’s licence.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Worker.

ENQUIRIES

Dr S Bothma, tel. no. (028) 514-8400

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Establish social work services and network for the Institution and maintain communication with stakeholders. Ensure that social work service with regard to the care, support and protection of individuals, groups, families through relevant programmes is rendered. Keep up to date with new developments in the social work field. Undertake social work research and development and contribute to the development of policies. Render a holistic social work service to individual groups and community using all methods of social work practices. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of recommended interventions, reports on progress and identify. Further amended interventions to address identified conditions. Liaise / attend meetings with other departments and non-governmental institutions to take cognizance of the latest developments in the relevant fields. Produce and maintain qualitative and quantitative records of social work interventions processes and Outcomes. Implement social welfare programme in accordance with the need of the community and Government priorities.

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.