Child and Youth Care Worker x11 – Joburg Child Welfare

Location: Othandweni Family Care Centre, Johannesburg
Closing Date: 07 April 2025
Published Date: 03 April 2025
Type: Fixed-Term Contract (FTC)
Open To: Internal / External Candidates

Overview:

Joburg Child Welfare (JCW), one of South Africa’s oldest and most respected non-profit organisations, is seeking 11 qualified Child and Youth Care Workers to join the team at Othandweni FCC. With over a century of experience in protecting vulnerable children, JCW is dedicated to providing love, support, and safe spaces for abused, abandoned, orphaned, and neglected children.

Key Responsibilities:

-Arrange and monitor the education and schooling of children and youth

-Provide direct childcare and supervision

-Organise and facilitate recreational and developmental activities

-Perform administrative and support-related duties

-Ensure access to medical services for children and youth

-Engage in effective stakeholder communication and management

Minimum Requirements:

-Grade 12 / Matric Certificate

-Qualification in Child and Youth Care Work (non-negotiable)

-Registered with SACSSP

-1 to 2 years relevant experience

-Valid driver’s license

Knowledge & Skills Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Children’s Act and other relevant legislation
• Planning and organisation practices
• Networking and referral systems
• Understanding of human behaviour and social service
• Psychosocial support and community dialogues

Skills:

• Clerical and administrative proficiency
• Communication and conflict resolution
• Development and care programme implementation
• Accurate report writing
• Strong planning and time management abilities

Attributes/Values:

-Confidentiality, Integrity, and Ethical conduct

-Attention to detail

-Team player with a positive attitude

-Assertive, caring, and understanding nature

APPLICATION PROCESS