Social Work Supervisor

In brief

**Overview** This document outlines the Social Work Supervisor position, Reference No: DSD 93/2026, within the Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government. There are two posts available, located in Mossel Bay and Oudtshoorn. The salary for this role is R496,668 - R583,833 per annum, structured according to the Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD). **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Ensuring that social work services are rendered with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes. * Attending to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. * Supervising employees engaged in these functions. * Supervising and advising social workers, social auxiliary workers and volunteers to ensure an effective social work service. * Keeping up to date with new developments in the social work field. * Supervising all the administrative functions required in the unit and undertaking the higher-level administrative functions. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g., Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP. * A minimum of 7 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP. * A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. * **Competencies:** * **Knowledge of:** Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes (Social Worker); Personnel Management; Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Social Work legislation related to children; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics. * **Skills in:** Organising and planning; Project planning; Psychosocial intervention; Communication and language; People management practices; Conflict Management; Interpersonal; Report writing; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Problem-solving and analytical skills. **Who should apply** This role is intended for an experienced Social Worker who possesses a formal tertiary qualification and professional registration with the SACSSP, complemented by a minimum of 7 years of post-registration experience. The ideal candidate will be adept at supervising social work professionals and volunteers, managing administrative functions, and staying current with developments in the field. They should demonstrate strong knowledge in various social work competencies and have well-developed skills in planning, intervention, communication, people management, and problem-solving, along with a valid driving licence. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/western-cape-department-of-social-development-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-dsd-93-2026-x2-posts-available-in-mossel-bay-and-oudtshoorn Source: govpage

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• At least 7 years of experience.
• 2 posts available.

• Driver's licence

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