Social Auxillary Worker: Global Fund Tb Programme

Job Advert Summary:
Purpose of the position:
The role of the sub-district social auxillary worker is to provide social support services to TB patients in need. This includes provision of care, support, protection and development of people with TB, their families and communities affected by TB through relevant programs. This position requires a good understanding of the Department of Social Development legislative mandate, policies and programmes, the Batho Pele principles and knowledge of the social services network at district level

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 10 plus completion of the learnership to allow registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as Social Auxiliary Worker;
• Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Auxiliary Worker
• At least 3 years’ experience working as a Social Worker in the Public Sector
• Excellent understanding of the Social Assistance Act, relevant policies and guidelines
• Sound knowledge of the Public Service Act and the Batho Pele Principles
• Good IT skills and understanding of existing information systems used in Social Services
• Valid driver’s license and be willing to travel
• Clear criminal record

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop a sub district work plan for with clear roles and timeframes
• Provide assistance and support to social workers with the rendering of a social
  work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of
  vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities;
• Assist social workers to attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from social instability in any form;
• Perform administrative support functions in support of social workers as required of the job
• Assess the TB clients’ needs, situations, strengths, and support networks to determine goals and appropriate interventions.
• Ensuring that all client files, and other records, comply with policies, regulations, and procedures
• Make recommendations on the best course of action for a client and/or family
• Monitor referrals to ensure that TB clients access services or support they have been referred to.
• Provide progress reports in sub district meetings
• Report daily or weekly to the district level SR supervisor, or as per organizations policies and procedure.
• Submit monthly activity reports as per workplan to the district level SR supervisor and sub district TB/ HAST manager