| Government Entity | Western Cape - Department of Health |
|---|---|
| Directorate / Component | Metro Health Services |
| 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 |
| Centre / Location | Klipfontein/Mitchells Plain Substructure Office |
| Closing Date | July 6, 2026 |
| Source Document | Download |
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. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as Social Worker with SACSSP. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as Social Worker with SACSSP. Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as Social Worker with SACSSP. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Provide an after-hour service over weekends and public holidays. Willingness to work in any department in the community health centre and counselling of patient defaulters. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of the psycho-social implications and therapeutic skills regarding illness and disease. Good administrative and computer literacy skills. Knowledge and experience in crisis intervention work.
Duties
Specialist service delivery in designated clinical area. Maintain a proper Administration system. Effectively manage the physical resources. Education and training of professional self, staff and students and research.
Enquiries
Ms R Hull Tel No: (021) 370-5000
How to Apply
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Notes
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 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). Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.
Source / Circular Reference
PSV Circular 20 of 2026, Post 20/324