📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWGauteng Department of Health is actively recruiting for a Social Worker position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Medical / Healthcare sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: Not Specified • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Medical / Healthcare • Location Preference: in Gauteng
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSHealthcare professionals including Social Worker are essential service providers. This role contributes directly to community health and wellbeing.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Medical / Healthcare offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Social Worker position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the Not Specified requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Medical / Healthcare field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Medical / Healthcare sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Requirements Grade 12 bachelor’s degree in social work registration with the SACSSP as a social worker. Knowledge of social work theories, interventions and legislation. Computer Literacy, good communication and interpersonal skills.
Duties Render comprehensive social work services to patients, their families and community through the different social work methods and programmes. Ensure effective record keeping of social work interventions, processes and outcomes as well as maintain accurate statistics as prescribed. Must be able to function within multi-disciplinary team and external stakeholders. Must be prepared to work in different units of the hospital, including the psychiatric unit as per rotation cycle and when allocated. Implement mental health, substance abuse and other relevant legislation, regulations and policies. Keep abreast of developments within the profession. Assist with student supervision and contribute to the unit’s internal training and development needs. NB: Certificate of Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Professions, proof of the Current year Registration to practice as a social worker, Driver’s license, computer literacy and Identity document.
Closing Date : 28-08-2026
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