Job Requirements
A Grade 12 qualification (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) Experience: Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Child and Youth Care Work after having obtained the required qualification; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Developmental programmes; Clerical/ Administrative processes and procedures; Rules and procedures of the care centre; Planning and organising skills; Ability to intervene and resolve conflict; Problem solving skills; Planning and organising skills; Conduct him/herself in a respectful manner when dealing with clients; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Have the ability to work with children in conflict with the law.
Duties
Receive children and youth to the care facility after admission; This would include the following actions: Engagement; Assessment / Plan of Action; Implementation of Developmental and Recreational Programs; Monitor and evaluation of developmental and recreational programs; Referral of professional services (e.g. Appointment register, observation book, occurrence book); Enhance participation of the learners at the Facility in sport, recreation, arts and culture programmes and services; Continuous Professional Development; Perform administrative work and clerical functions as required.
What is the Salary
Grade 1: R184 320 – R206 802per annum, (OSD as prescribed) Grade 2: R215 181 – R243 750 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Location
Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government
How to Apply
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your
Apply Before:
26 January 2026
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