Community Liaison Officer

Hands-on from day one, the Community Liaison Officer will facilitate access to social services, investigate reports of child abuse and develop and implement individualised intervention and care plans for an established business in Pretoria, Gauteng.

Collaboration, fairness, and pride in the work define the day-to-day culture. You will have the tools, systems, and backing needed to do the job properly. There is genuine scope to shape the role and make it your own. Get in touch with your application and start the conversation.

• Prepare professional reports and recommendations for courts, parole boards, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case files and records in accordance with professional standards and data protection legislation.
• Facilitate access to social services including grants, housing, healthcare, and other support programmes.
• 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.
• Investigate reports of child abuse, neglect, and family violence, assessing risk and making appropriate referrals for protection.

• Excellent assessment and report writing skills to produce professional documentation for courts and other authorities.
• For social auxiliary worker roles, a certificate in social auxiliary work and registration with the SACSSP at the appropriate level.
• Strong interpersonal and counselling skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• A valid driver's licence is often required for home visits and community outreach work.
• A bachelor's degree in social work and registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions for social worker positions.
• 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.