Gauteng Department Of Community Safety

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1. Social Worker Grade 1
2. Staff Nurse Grade 1
3. Professional Nurse Grade 1 (General Nursing)

Social Worker Grade 1

• Reference Number : refs/020336
• Directorate : Community Empowerment Centre
• Number of Posts : 14

• Package : R294 411.00 – R338 712.00 (OSD) per annum plus service benefits.
• Enquiries : Mmathethi Patjie Telephone Number: 066 156 6669/ 073 464 0234/ 011 689 3845 (During Office hours 08:00am – 16:00pm)

Requirements :

• Grade 12 and recognized Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Social Work/Social Sciences Degree. Registration with the South African Council for Social Services Professions (SACSSP) as a social worker and proof of current registration with SACSSP. 0 – 1 year working experience in the field of Social Work. A valid code 8/10 driver’s license. No criminal record or any case pending against you. Knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, relevant public service regulations, Gauteng safety strategy, procedures, information system. Knowledge and understanding of applicable and relevant legislations and policies in the field of Social Work including related legal and ethical practices, PFMA and Public Service Act and Regulations. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems and skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments to promote social well-being. Theoretical and practical knowledge of all Social Work Methods. Skills: Promote Social Justice and challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination, and exclusion. The ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities. The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively. The understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves. The ability to mentor and coach Social Workers Grade 1. Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary context. Good verbal and written communication skills, Counselling Skills, Planning and time management skills, organizing skills, Interpersonal skills and computer Literacy. Analytic thinking, independent decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Duties :

• Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes. Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. This would include the following actions: Conduct assessments aimed at identifying conditions in individuals, groups, families and communities that justify relevant interventions. Identify and make recommendations on the appropriate interventions required to address the identified conditions. Develop, determine and plan programmes to render the recommended interventions efficiently, effectively and economically. Implement the recommended interventions by providing continuous support, counselling, client centred approaches to the affected individuals, groups, families and communities. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the recommended interventions, report on progress and identify further/amended interventions to address the identified conditions. Study, interpret, apply and give information on legislation and policies in the identified work fields to social auxiliary workers, volunteers and other role players/stakeholders. Perform all the statutory functions applicable to the relevant function, compile court reports and attend to court enquiries and the other tasks emanating from the courts. Produce and maintain records of social work interventions, processes and outcomes. Support social auxiliary workers and volunteers. Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social development fields. This would, inter alia, entail the following: Study professional journals and publications to ensure that cognisance is taken of new developments. Monitor and study the social services legal and policy framework continuously. Liase/attend meetings with other departments and non-governmental institutions to take cognisance of the latest developments in the relevant fields. Undertake first level social work research and development. Engage in continuous professional development activities as prescribed. Perform all the administrative functions required of the job. It will be expected from the Social Workers Grade 4 to mentor and coach the Social Workers Grade 1 to enable them to render an effective and efficient social work service.

Employer : Department of Community Safety

Location : Gauteng X 3 positions Southern Corridor, X11 positions Professional Services – Braamfontein

Closing Date : 23-04-2024

Staff Nurse Grade 1

• Reference Number : refs/020335
• Directorate : Community Empowerment Centre
• Number of Posts : 6

• Package : R199 725 – R222 939 (OSD) per annum plus service benefits
• Enquiries : Enquiries: Ms. Dolly Seboane Telephone Number: 066 156 6669/ 073 464 0234/ 011 689 3845 (During office hours 08:00am – 16:00pm)

Requirements :

• Grade 12 and two (02) years Staff Nurse Certificate that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council, Valid proof of Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Staff Nurse. A valid code 8/10 driver’s license. No criminal record or any cases pending against you. Knowledge and Skills: Departmental policies and procedures, relevant public service regulations, Gauteng safety strategy, information management system, Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Health Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Batho-Pele principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, Grievance Procedure, etc. Basic communication skills, Basic writing skills, Ability to function as part of a team, Basic interpersonal skills Elementary facilitation skills.

Duties :

• Development and implementation of basic patient care plans and complete progress reports. Promote quality of basic care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards for staff nurse. Perform elementary clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice. Display concern for patients, promoting and advocating basic care including patient health education, awareness, and willingness to respond to patient’s needs as per Patient’s Rights Charter. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective and good nursing care. Effective utilisation of resources, appropriate care and use of equipment and consumables. Administer prescribed primary treatment, maintain fluid balance of the patient. Monitor patient’s vital signs, wound care and dressing. Maintain stock register and updated inventory lists. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development. Provide nursing care, administrative advice, support, liaison, and information sharing. General support, networking, liaison, customer care, improved service delivery, and negotiations.

Employer : Department of Community Safety

Location : Gauteng

Closing Date : 23-04-2024

Professional Nurse Grade 1 (General Nursing)

• Reference Number : refs/020334
• Directorate : Community Empowerment Centre
• Number of Posts : 3

• Package : R293 670.00 – R337 860 (OSD) per annum plus service benefits
• Enquiries : Enquiries: Mr. Tshidiso Chabane Telephone Number: 066 156 6669/ 073 464 0234/ 011 689 3845 (During office hours 08:00am – 16:00pm)

Requirements :

• Grade 12 and a relevant Basic R425 qualification i.e. Diploma/Degree in Nursing (NQF level 7) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse. Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Possession of a Dispensing license would be an advantage. Where applicable completion of community service. A valid code 8/10 driver’s license. No criminal record or any cases pending against you. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of nursing care processes and procedures, nursing statutes, and other relevant legal frameworks such as: Nursing Act, Health Care Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Patient Rights Charter, Batho-pele principles, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Disciplinary Code and Procedure, Grievance Procedure, etc. Skills: Good Communication skills, Report writing skills, Facilitation skills, Co-ordination skills, Liaison skills, Networking skills, Problem solving skills, Information Management Knowledge Management, Planning & Organising, Computer Literacy.

Duties :

• Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of the nursing plan (clinical practice/quality patient care): Implement a comprehensive nursing care plan/program for the promotion of health, self-care, treatment and rehabilitation of patients, administer treatment plan of common or minor primary health conditions presented at primary care facilities in accordance with prescribed norms and standards, guidelines and treat conditions of patients as prescribed. Implement standards, practices, criteria and indicators for quality nursing (quality of practice): Maintain a plan to improve the quality of nursing and health care, implement quality improvement plan, participate in the auditing of quality of nursing and health care, assist in the development of nursing and improvement of standards of care through research and create an environment and learning opportunities that foster professional growth and improvement in nursing and health care. Practice nursing and health care in accordance with the laws and regulations relevant to nursing and health care: Maintain a professional and ethical practice as well as an enabling environment for ethical practice, protect and advocate for the rights of patients regarding health care. Maintain a constructive working relationship with nursing and other stakeholders: Collaborate with members of the health and social care teams and assist in decision-making pertaining to health care delivery. Utilize human, material, and physical resources efficiently and effectively: Contribute to the training and professional development of students and sub-ordinates, Maintain the duty roster, leave schedules and attendance register, Maintain accountability and responsibility for nursing care activities, Material and Physical Resources, Order stock and Report maintenance of equipment.

mployer : Department of Community Safety

Location : Gauteng: X 01 position Southern Corridor; X 02 positions Professional Services – Braamfontein

Closing Date : 23-04-2024

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