• Reference Number : refs/056739
• Directorate : THERAPEUTICS (SOCIAL SERVICES)
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : R 338.106.00 (PLUS SERVICER BENEFITS)
• Enquiries : Ms. Haarhoff (011) 933 0268 or Ms Mazibuko (011) 933 8394 or email: Margaret.Mazibuko@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker. Current registration with (SACSSP) for 2026. The applicant must be computer literate and in possession of a valid South African driver’s licence. No experience required. Exposure working at CHBAH will be added advantage. Preference will be given to the current CHBAH Covid staff. Skills/ competence and knowledge: Counselling, Communication, Planning, organising, problem solving, time management, stress management, conflict resolution and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge and understanding of the South African Legislation pertaining to social services. Diversity management: must be able to work effectively, cooperatively, amicable with persons of diverse intellectual, cultural, racial, or religious differences. Internship / practicum placement at a Health setting – Hospital or Primary Health Care Facility will be an added advantage.

Duties :

• Render Social work services regarding care, support, protection, development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, and communities through the relevant programs. Attend to any other matter that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields. This would, inter alia, entail the following: Study professional journals and publications to ensure that cognizance is taken of new developments. Monitor and study the social services legal and policy framework continuously. Engage in continuous professional development activities as prescribed. Perform all the administrative functions required of the job. The applicant should be willing to work in different areas of the Hospital including Psychiatric Unit as per Rotation cycle or as in when allocated.

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. Application 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 Z83 form must be fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not 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. Application must indicate the post reference number on their application. 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 Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as require by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males and Females, Indian Males and Females, White Males and Females are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 09-10-2026

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.