Social Auxiliary Worker

To conduct community outreach and awareness programmes on social issues and facilitate access to social services, a company in Johannesburg, Gauteng is seeking a Social Auxiliary Worker.

You will be given real responsibility and the trust to run with it. Integrity, teamwork, and a customer-first mindset are at the core of how the team works. If you tick the boxes below, we want to hear from you.

The role is based on-site and suits someone living within commuting distance.

• Liaise with schools, healthcare facilities, law enforcement, and other agencies to coordinate holistic client support.
• Prepare professional reports and recommendations for courts, parole boards, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Develop and implement individualised intervention and care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and other professionals.
• Conduct community outreach and awareness programmes on social issues such as substance abuse, domestic violence, and HIV.
• Supervise social auxiliary workers, volunteers, and community caregivers, providing guidance and support.

• Strong interpersonal and counselling skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation including the Children's Act, Older Persons Act, and Domestic Violence Act.
• For social auxiliary worker roles, a certificate in social auxiliary work and registration with the SACSSP at the appropriate level.
• Emotional resilience and the ability to manage the stress associated with working with traumatised and vulnerable individuals.
• A clear criminal record is mandatory given the nature of work with children and vulnerable persons.