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TEMPORARY SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR - (12 - MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
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Chido Nenguke
12 September 2024
TEMPORARY SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR - (12 - MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT)
Chido Nenguke
12 September 2024
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The Haven Night Shelter Organisation’s method is to offer social work services, rehabilitation opportunities, family reunification services, physical care and support to adult people living on the streets who are committed to reintegration.
The Haven Night SHELTER ORGANISATION, NAPIER STREET, GREENPOINT requires the services of a DYNAMIC SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR who will report directly to the CEO.
The Social Work Supervisor will assist in supervising Social Workers; Social Auxiliary workers and Community Development workers working at partner NGO’s that will be based at the Head Office, 2 Napier Street, Cape Town.
NGO’s funded by the Families program of the Department of Social Development make use of supervision services provided by The Haven. These NGO’s focus on family reunification services, physical care, and support to families with the focus on preventing disintegration of family life and reunification of families.
The role of the Social Work Supervisor is for the improvement of the lives of the people whom these NGO’s serve. Effective functioning of the social work aspect is pivotal to the success of the organisations fulfilling its Mission and reaching its objectives.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: -
- Qualified Social Worker registered with SACSSP in South Africa.
- Seven years’ work experience.
- Code 08 driver’s licence (non-negotiable).
- Ability to work well with people as a team.
- Computer literacy – MS Outlook, MS Word and Excel.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Experience in the NGO sector will be an advantage.
- Training or experience in Supervision will be beneficia.
- Supervise and advise social workers, social auxiliary workers and social worker volunteers to ensure an effective social work service for the Organisations. Be a resource to others and an advocate in the Sector for best practice in social reintegration and strengthening of families.
- Professional and general supervision of the Social Work staff assigned to you.
- Quality control of the work delivered by supervisees
- Advise supervisees with regard to all aspects of the work.
- Manage performance and assist with conduct and discipline of supervisees.
- Debrief and support supervisees to manage occupational stress and related issues to promote a sound and effective social work service.
- Ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively, by inter alia, mentoring and coaching. This includes continuous professional development activities as prescribed.
- Ensure that the requirements as stated in the Transfer Payment Agreements, organisational directives and third-party contracts relating to social work are met and correctly reported on to the stakeholders.
Please indicate in the subject line for which shelter you apply: TEMPORARY SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISOR: THE HAVEN NIGHT SHELTER NAPIER STREET
If you don't receive a response from us within 2 weeks of closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
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The Haven Night Shelter Welfare Organisation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013) compliant.
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Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in Social Work (One post)
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FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK AND CRIMINOLOGY
SENIOR LECTURER / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (ONE POST)
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.
The fields of Social Work and Criminology deal with the impact of social problems that emerge from people’s interaction with their environment. Social problems, such as crime, child abuse, and HIV and AIDS, affect people of all socio-economic spheres and of all age groups. The Department of Social Work and Criminology at the University of Pretoria is committed to training students, conducting research and engaging in community activities in order to respond to the constantly changing needs of different groups in society.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be required to:
- Teach at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels ;
- Supervise M aster’s and doctoral students;
- Conduct research and publish articles in accredited ( and preferably high -impact) journals;
- Participate in curriculum development of undergraduate and postgraduate modules as required;
- Present research at local and international conferences;
- Participate in generating third-stream income for the department;
- Conduct academic administration and other duties, as determined by the Head of Department;
- P articipate in the Department’s strategic initiatives relating to teaching, research , and community engagement.
- A doctoral degree in Social Work;
- Teaching experience (undergraduate and postgraduate level) appropriate to the appointed position;
- Supervision experience of M aster’s students;
- A proven research and publication record of accomplishment in specialised field, appropriate to the post level;
- Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Applied knowledge of developmental social work;
- Knowledge and experience in social work management and supervision;
- Knowledge and skills in social work with groups;
- Language and communication skills appropriate to the post level;
- Computer skills appropriate to the post level (e.g., expertise in the use of Microsoft Office suite of applications).
- Practice experience in social work management and supervision;
- Teaching and practice experience of social work with groups;
- An NRF rating (for Associate Professor);
- Evidence of national team research engagement.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and Umvuzo medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
In Applying For This Post, Please Attach
Applicants are requested to apply online at select About UP, click on Career Opportunities and select the position you would like to apply for:
- A comprehensive CV;
- Copies of qualifications and current SACSSP registration;
- A brief self-evaluation indicating how the candidate meets the requirements of the position;
- A brief outline of the candidate ’ s completed and current research activities, as well as envisioned future research;
- The candidate’s envisioned contribution to the Department;
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
No application will be considered after the closing date , or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Ms Dineo Mahlangu, Tel: ( / for application-related enquiries, and Prof Nontembeko Bila , Tel.: ( / for enquiries relating to the post content. Please note: no applications will be received via these email addresses and candidates should apply on the portal as stated above.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity . In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under- represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fillthe advertised positions #J-18808-Ljbffr
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