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Social Worker

Support individuals and communities through assessments, interventions, and referrals.

payments Avg: R28,000

description Overview

Social Workers help clients navigate social challenges, coordinate services, and provide counselling and advocacy. Roles exist in NGOs, schools, hospitals, and government programmes.

**A Day in the Life:**
Client assessments, case plans, referrals, and community engagement.

schedule A Day in the Life

08:00

Case review and prioritisation

10:00

Client sessions and assessments

13:00

Home visits / stakeholder coordination

15:30

Case notes, reporting, and referrals

trending_up Career Path

Step 1

Community Service Social Worker

0-1

Step 2

Social Worker

1-5

Step 3

Senior Social Worker / Supervisor

5-8

Step 4

Programme Manager

8+

Vital Statistics

Salary Range

R 18,000 - R 45,000

Soft Skills

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Technical Skills

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