The Department of Correctional Services in South Africa is inviting applications for the position of Social Auxiliary Workers (Grade 1). This opportunity offers a stable contract for three years with an annual salary of R182,913, plus a 37% benefit in lieu.
Key Details
- Closing Date: 14 October 2024 at 15h45
- Location: Various regions across South Africa
- Salary: R182,913 per annum (plus 37% in lieu of benefits)
Available Positions by Region
Eastern Cape Region
- Amathole Management Area (Ref No: EC 2024/10/01)
- East London Management Area (Ref No: EC 2024/10/02)
- Kirkwood Management Area (Ref No: EC 2024/10/03)
- Mthatha Management Area (Ref No: EC 2024/10/04) (2 Posts)
- Sada Management Area (Ref No: EC 2024/10/05)
- St Albans Management Area (Ref No: EC 2024/10/06) (2 Posts)
Free State and Northern Cape Region
- Bizzah Makhate (Ref No: FSNC 2024/10/01) (2 Posts)
- Colesberg Management Area (Ref No: FSNC 2024/10/02)
- Goedemoed Management Area (Ref No: FSNC 2024/10/03)
- Groenpunt Management Area (Ref No: FSNC 2024/10/04)
- Grootvlei Management Area (Ref No: FSNC 2024/10/05)
- Kimberly Management Area (Ref No: FSNC 2024/10/06)
- Upington Management Area (Ref No: FSNC 2024/10/07)
Gauteng Region
- Baviaanspoort Management Area (Ref No: GP 2024/10/01)
- Boksburg Management Area (Ref No: GP 2024/10/02)
- Johannesburg Management Area (Ref No: GP 2024/10/03)
- Kgoši Mampuru II Management Area (Ref No: GP 2024/10/04)
- Krugersdorp Management Area (Ref No: GP 2024/10/05)
- Leeuwkop Management Area (Ref No: GP 2024/10/06)
- Modderbee Management Area (Ref No: GP 2024/10/07)
- Zonderwater Management Area (Ref No: GP 2024/10/08)
KwaZulu Natal Region
- Durban Management Area (Ref No: KZN 2024/10/01) (2 Posts)
- Empangeni Management Area (Ref No: KZN 2024/10/02)
- Glencoe Management Area (Ref No: KZN 2024/10/03)
- Kokstad Management Area (Ref No: KZN 2024/10/04)
- Ncome Management Area (Ref No: KZN 2024/10/05)
- Pietermaritzburg Management Area (Ref No: KZN 2024/10/06)
- Waterval Management Area (Ref No: KZN 2024/10/07)
Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West Region
- Barberton Management Area (Ref No: LMN 2024/10/01)
- Bethal Management Area (Ref No: LMN 2024/10/02)
- Klerksdorp Management Area (Ref No: LMN 2024/10/03)
- Rooigrond Management Area (Ref No: LMN 2024/10/04)
- Rustenburg Management Area (Ref No: LMN 2024/10/05)
- Polokwane Management Area (Ref No: LMN 2024/10/06)
- Thohoyandou Management Area (Ref No: LMN 2024/10/07)
- Witbank Management Area (Ref No: LMN 2024/10/08)
Western Cape Region
- Allandale Management Area (Ref No: WC 2024/10/01)
- Breede Rivier Management Area (Ref No: WC 2024/10/02)
- Drakenstein Management Area (Ref No: WC 2024/10/03)
- Goodwood Management Area (Ref No: WC 2024/10/04)
- Overberg Management Area (Ref No: WC 2024/10/05)
- Pollsmoor Management Area (Ref No: WC 2024/10/06)
- Southern Cape (George) Management Area (Ref No: WC 2024/10/07)
- Voorberg Management Area (Ref No: WC 2024/10/08)
- Westcoast (Malmesbury) Management Area (Ref No: WC 2024/10/09)
Requirements
To apply for these positions, candidates must meet the following qualifications and skills:
- Qualifications: Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Auxiliary Worker.
- Skills: Computer literacy, report writing, problem-solving, interpersonal relations, conflict resolution, communication skills, and integrity.
- Attributes: Friendly, adaptable, self-disciplined, punctual, able to work under pressure, and willing to travel.
Duties
Successful candidates will be responsible for various duties, including:
- Staying informed about the Victim Offender Dialogue Programme and its objectives.
- Locating and maintaining records of victims.
- Orienting victims regarding the aims and benefits of the program.
- Facilitating communication between offenders and victims.
- Assessing potential areas of conflict and referring issues to departmental social workers.
- Establishing a database of community support structures.
- Handling monthly performance reports and providing communication needs to the Head of Community Corrections.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted through various methods depending on the region. Below are the application details:
Eastern Cape Region
- Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Eastern Cape
Recruitment Section
P/Bag X9013, East London - Hand Delivery:
Moore Street, Block E, Ocean Terrace, Quigney, East London, 5211 - Email:
[email protected]
Free State and Northern Cape Region
- Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Free State and Northern Cape
Recruitment Section
P/Bag X20530, Bloemfontein, 9300 - Hand Delivery:
103 Zastron Street, Agrimed Building, Bloemfontein, 9300 - Email:
[email protected]
Gauteng Region
- Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Gauteng
Recruitment Section
P/Bag X393, Pretoria, 0001 - Hand Delivery:
1077 Forum East Building, Arcadia Street, Hatfield - Email:
[email protected]
KwaZulu Natal Region
- Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Kwa-Zulu Natal
Recruitment Section
P/Bag X9126, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 - Hand Delivery:
Correctional Services, Eugene Marais Road, Napierville, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 - Email:
[email protected]
Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West Region
- Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Limpopo, Mpumalanga & North West
Recruitment Section
P/Bag X142, Pretoria, 0001 - Hand Delivery:
Corner Johannes Ramokhoase (Proes) & Paul Kruger Street, 196 Masada Building, 09th Floor, Pretoria, 0001 - Email:
[email protected]
Western Cape Region
- Postal Address:
The Regional Commissioner Western Cape
Recruitment Section
P/Bag X14, Goodwood, 7459 - Hand Delivery:
Peninsula Drive, Monte Vista, 7460 - Email:
[email protected]
Important Note
Applicants should ensure that they comply with the requirements of the Public Service Act and include all necessary documents, referencing the specific post number when applying.
For more information, refer to the full advertisement.
Conclusion
This is a remarkable opportunity to contribute positively to society as a Social Auxiliary Worker with the Department of Correctional Services. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference—apply before the closing date on 14 October 2024 at 15h45!