Social Worker

Western Cape Department of Social Development

Government vacancies

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Salary: R338 208 – R397 668 p.a.
Closing date: 18 days left
Requirements: Bachelor of Social Work · No experience required

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Job description

The Western Cape Department of Social Development is recruiting a social worker for substance-abuse services in Cape Town (reference DSD 122/2026). This listing covers the Grade 1 entry route, for which no experience is required. Applications close on 2026-11-30. Apply only through the employer's official careers page linked on this listing.

Requirements

Bachelor of Social Work or qualifying equivalent
SACSSP registration as a Social Worker
Willingness to travel when required
Grade 1 applicants need no experience

Responsibilities

Provide care, support and protection services to vulnerable clients
Provide substance-abuse social work services
Support monitoring and evaluation in the substance-abuse field

Application tips

•Public service posts usually require a fully completed and signed Z83 form.
•Attach a comprehensive CV — government panels shortlist strictly on listed requirements.
•Quote the reference number exactly as it appears in the advert.