Job Advert Summary
MHR is currently looking for an experienced SOCIAL WORKER to work 16 hours per month on a six month contract starting asap in Addo in the Eastern Cape. NB: Seeing that the social worker will be required to work only a few hours per week, this is an ideal opportunity for independent contractors (Social Workers in private practice) who are interested in working additional set hours per month/quarter/annually.
Minimum Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Social Work
- Must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
- Knowledge of applicable Legislation
- Must have a valid Code 8 Driving License and own transport
- Experience in Employee Assistance will act as an advantage
- Excellent communication skills in Afrikaans and English
- Knowledge of training and presentation methods
- Competent in the MS Office suite (Word and Excel)
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- Being able to work independently
Duties and Responsibilities
- Counselling
- Managing own caseload
- Referrals to external service providers
- Report writing
- Networking
- Assessment and developing an intervention plan
- Administration and Planning
- Trauma Debriefings
- Facilitate Training sessions