CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Job Overview

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government, is hiring Child and Youth Care Workers (Grade 1 and Grade 2). Requirements include a Grade 12 qualification, a valid Code B driving license, computer literacy, and the ability to work with children in conflict with the law. Duties involve receiving youth into care facilities, implementing developmental and recreational programs, and performing administrative tasks. Applications must be submitted online.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A Grade 12 qualification (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).
• Valid Code B (or higher) driving license (People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply).
• Knowledge of developmental programmes.
• Knowledge of clerical/administrative processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of rules and procedures of the care centre.
• Planning and organising skills.
• Ability to intervene and resolve conflict.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to conduct oneself in a respectful manner when dealing with clients.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven computer literacy.
• Ability to work with children in conflict with the law.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Receive children and youth to the care facility after admission.
• Perform engagement, assessment, and formulation of a Plan of Action.
• Implementation of developmental and recreational programs.
• Monitor and evaluate developmental and recreational programs.
• Referral of professional services (e.g. appointment register, observation book, occurrence book).
• Enhance participation of the learners at the facility in sport, recreation, arts, and culture programmes and services.
• Engage in Continuous Professional Development.
• Perform administrative work and clerical functions as required.

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