• Reference Number : refs/056237
• Directorate : THERAPEUTIC SERVICES
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : Grade 1 R 338 208 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms N Serobatse (011) 411-3563 / Ms M Nkuna (011)411-3677/3516

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.

Notes :

• Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : LERATONG HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 28-08-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.