CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER

Job Overview

The Department of Social Development is hiring a Child and Youth Care Worker (Grade 1) at Polokwane Welfare Complex and Thohoyandou Child & Youth Care Centre in Limpopo. Requirements include an NQF level 4 (Grade 12), a basic qualification in Child Care, and current SACSSP registration as an auxiliary child and youth care worker. Responsibilities involve receiving children, orientation, care and development, organizing medical services, recreational programmes, family visits, and administrative tasks.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An appropriate recognized NQF level 4 (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA
• Basic qualification in Child Care
• Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions [SACSSP] as auxiliary child and youth care worker
• Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework (Children’s Act, Child Care Act, Child Justice Act) governing the Secure Care Centers
• Good communication skills
• Good interpersonal relationships
• Ability to handle pressure
• Honesty and confidentiality
• Customer care skills

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Receive children and youth to the care facility after admission
• Provide orientation for the child to the center
• Provide care and development of children and youth where their needs are protected
• Ensure that children/youth receive medical services
• Facilitate independent living and recreational programmes
• Organize family visits and contacts
• Escort children to external services
• Assist with implementation of developmental and therapy programmes
• Perform administration duties

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