Programme and Vacancy overview:

AQUITY Innovations NPC has been appointed by the National Department of Health to serve as one of the GLOBAL FUND TB Sub-Recipients (SRs) in South Africa. The project activities are implemented in Mpumalanga (Ehlanzeni district) and Eastern Cape provinces. (Buffalo City Metro and Amathole District) whilst the head office positions will be based in Pretoria.

As such we seek to employ the following: Social Auxillary Workers (*3) to be based in Eastern Cape – Buffalo City Metro under the following Sub Disricts: East London, Mndantsane and Bisho/KWT. 

Contract end date - 30 September 2028

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 progammes, the Batho Pele principles and knowledge of the social services network at district level.

Key Performance  areas:

Technical

• Develop a sub district work plan for with clear roles and timeframes
• Assist social workers to attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from social instability in any form;
• 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 supervisor and sub district TB/ HAST manage

• 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
• A Bachelors Degree in Social Work and registration with the Council as a Social Worker will be an added advantage

• At least 3 years’ experience working as a Social Worker in the Public Sector
• Experience in administration and management
• Valid driver’s license

Required Knowledge and Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent understanding of the Social Assistance Act, relevant policies and guidelines
• Sound knowledge of the Public Service Act and the Batho Pele Principles
• A basic understanding of the human behaviour, relationship system and social systems.
• Basic knowledge of financial matters related to social auxiliary work
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills (both interpersonal and written)
• Good IT skills and understanding of existing information systems used in Social Services
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changes
• Conflict resolution skills
• Good co-ordination skills
• Information and Knowledge Management (Keep precise records and compile accurate reports)

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.