The Department of Social Development invites dedicated and qualified individuals to apply for the position of Social Worker Grade 1. This role offers a competitive annual salary ranging from R 325,200 to R 382,374 within the Occupational Specific Dispensation framework. A total of 25 positions are available across various locations, including the Western, Eastern, Southern, Northern, and Central Corridors, as well as specialized treatment centers like the Dr Fabian & Florence Rebeiro Treatment Centre.
Candidates must have a recognized degree in Social Work and be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP).
Applicants should be dedicated to enhancing social well-being through comprehensive care, support, and protection services for vulnerable individuals, families, and communities. The closing date for online applications is 17 October 2025. Prospective candidates are encouraged to carefully follow the application instructions provided by the Department.
Successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the Gauteng Department of Social Development and are expected to contribute to advancing social justice and development in the province. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative social development program aimed at fostering inclusive and supportive communities.
Position: Social Worker Grade 1
Salary: R 325,200 – 382,374
Number of Positions: 4
Location: Western Corridor
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Position: Social Worker Grade 1
Salary: R 325,200 – 382,374 (within the OSD framework)
Number of Positions: 5
Location: Dr Fabian & Florence Rebeiro Treatment Centre
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Position: Social Worker Grade 1
Salary: R 325,200 – 382,374 (within the OSD framework)
Number of Positions: 3
Location: Eastern Corridor
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Position: Social Worker Grade 1
Salary: R 325,200 – 382,374 (within the OSD framework)
Number of Positions: 4
Location: Southern Corridor
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Position: Social Worker Grade 1
Salary: R 325,200 – 382,374 (within the OSD framework)
Number of Positions: 4
Location: Northern Corridor
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Position: Social Worker Grade 1
Salary: R 325,200 – 382,374 (within the OSD framework)
Number of Positions: 5
Location: Central Corridor
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1
Reference Number: refs/023494
Directorate: SOCIAL WELFARE SERVICES
Number of Posts: 4
Package: R 325 200 – 382 374 (within the OSD framework)
Enquiries: Ms. C Van Vuuren Tel: (011) 950 7712
Requirements:
Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP. Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker. Skills and Competencies: Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination, and exclusion. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems, intervening at the points where people interact with their environments to promote social well-being. The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for, and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups, and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress, and use resources effectively.
Duties:
Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection, and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, and communities through relevant programmes. Attend to matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. This includes: Conducting assessments to identify conditions in individuals, groups, families, and communities that justify relevant interventions. Identifying and recommending appropriate interventions to address identified conditions. Supporting social auxiliary workers and volunteers. Performing statutory functions, compiling court reports, attending to court enquiries, and other tasks emanating from the courts. Producing and maintaining records of social work interventions, processes, and outcomes. Monitoring and studying the social services legal and policy framework continuously. Performing all administrative functions required of the job.
Notes:
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The completed and signed new Z83 form must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) ONLY and at least three (3) contactable referees quoting the relevant reference number. Failure to submit all requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All appointments are subject to verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks, and security vetting. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (where applicable). The department reserves the right to fill or not fill the vacant post. Successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD, which will be reviewed based on performance. NB: The selection and appointment of candidates are subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
Employer: Department of Social Development
Location: Western Corridor
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Criteria Questions:
- Do you have a degree in Social Work?
- Are you registered with SACSSP?
Please Note:
Due to the large number of applications envisaged, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive a response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1
Reference Number: refs/023495
Directorate: SOCIAL WELFARE SERVICES
Number of Posts: 5
Package: R 325 200 – 382 374 (within the OSD framework)
Enquiries: Mr W Mgudlwa Tel: (012) 734 8303
Requirements:
Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP. Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker. Skills and Competencies: Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination, and exclusion. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems, intervening at the points where people interact with their environments to promote social well-being. The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for, and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups, and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress, and use resources effectively.
Duties:
Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection, and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, and communities through relevant programmes. Attend to matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. This includes: Conducting assessments to identify conditions in individuals, groups, families, and communities that justify relevant interventions. Identifying and recommending appropriate interventions to address identified conditions. Supporting social auxiliary workers and volunteers. Performing statutory functions, compiling court reports, attending to court enquiries, and other tasks emanating from the courts. Producing and maintaining records of social work interventions, processes, and outcomes. Monitoring and studying the social services legal and policy framework continuously. Performing all administrative functions required of the job.
Notes:
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The completed and signed new Z83 form must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) ONLY and at least three (3) contactable referees quoting the relevant reference number. Failure to submit all requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All appointments are subject to verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks, and security vetting. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (where applicable). The department reserves the right to fill or not fill the vacant post. Successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD, which will be reviewed based on performance. NB: The selection and appointment of candidates are subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
Employer: Department of Social Development
Location: Dr Fabian & Florence Rebeiro Treatment Centre
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Criteria Questions:
- Do you have a degree in Social Work?
- Are you registered with SACSSP?
Please Note:
Due to the large number of applications envisaged, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive a response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1
Reference Number: refs/023496
Directorate: SOCIAL WELFARE SERVICES
Number of Posts: 3
Package: R 325 200 – 382 374 (within the OSD framework)
Enquiries: Mr Z Jaca Tel: (011) 820 0594
Requirements:
Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP. Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker. Skills and Competencies: Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination, and exclusion. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems, intervening at the points where people interact with their environments to promote social well-being. The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for, and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups, and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress, and use resources effectively.
Duties:
Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection, and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, and communities through relevant programmes. Attend to matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. This includes: Conducting assessments to identify conditions in individuals, groups, families, and communities that justify relevant interventions. Identifying and recommending appropriate interventions to address identified conditions. Supporting social auxiliary workers and volunteers. Performing statutory functions, compiling court reports, attending to court enquiries, and other tasks emanating from the courts. Producing and maintaining records of social work interventions, processes, and outcomes. Monitoring and studying the social services legal and policy framework continuously. Performing all administrative functions required of the job.
Notes:
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The completed and signed new Z83 form must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) ONLY and at least three (3) contactable referees quoting the relevant reference number. Failure to submit all requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All appointments are subject to verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks, and security vetting. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (where applicable). The department reserves the right to fill or not fill the vacant post. Successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD, which will be reviewed based on performance. NB: The selection and appointment of candidates are subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
Employer: Department of Social Development
Location: Eastern Corridor
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Criteria Questions:
- Do you have a degree in Social Work?
- Are you registered with SACSSP?
Please Note:
Due to the large number of applications envisaged, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive a response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1
Reference Number: refs/023498
Directorate: SOCIAL WELFARE SERVICES
Number of Posts: 4
Package: R 325 200 – 382 374 (within the OSD framework)
Enquiries: Mr T Okker Tel: (016) 930 2029
Requirements:
Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP. Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker. Skills and Competencies: Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination, and exclusion. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems, intervening at the points where people interact with their environments to promote social well-being. The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for, and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups, and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress, and use resources effectively.
Duties:
Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection, and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, and communities through relevant programmes. Attend to matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. This includes: Conducting assessments to identify conditions in individuals, groups, families, and communities that justify relevant interventions. Identifying and recommending appropriate interventions to address identified conditions. Supporting social auxiliary workers and volunteers. Performing statutory functions, compiling court reports, attending to court enquiries, and other tasks emanating from the courts. Producing and maintaining records of social work interventions, processes, and outcomes. Monitoring and studying the social services legal and policy framework continuously. Performing all administrative functions required of the job.
Notes:
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The completed and signed new Z83 form must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) ONLY and at least three (3) contactable referees quoting the relevant reference number. Failure to submit all requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All appointments are subject to verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks, and security vetting. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (where applicable). The department reserves the right to fill or not fill the vacant post. Successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD, which will be reviewed based on performance. NB: The selection and appointment of candidates are subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
Employer: Department of Social Development
Location: Southern Corridor
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Criteria Questions:
- Do you have a degree in Social Work?
- Are you registered with SACSSP?
Please Note:
Due to the large number of applications envisaged, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive a response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1
Reference Number: refs/023500
Directorate: SOCIAL WELFARE SERVICES
Number of Posts: 4
Package: R 325 200 – 382 374 (within the OSD framework)
Enquiries: Mr A Kotsedi Tel: (012) 359 3312
Requirements:
Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP. Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker. Skills and Competencies: Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination, and exclusion. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems, intervening at the points where people interact with their environments to promote social well-being. The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for, and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups, and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress, and use resources effectively.
Duties:
Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection, and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, and communities through relevant programmes. Attend to matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. This includes: Conducting assessments to identify conditions in individuals, groups, families, and communities that justify relevant interventions. Identifying and recommending appropriate interventions to address identified conditions. Supporting social auxiliary workers and volunteers. Performing statutory functions, compiling court reports, attending to court enquiries, and other tasks emanating from the courts. Producing and maintaining records of social work interventions, processes, and outcomes. Monitoring and studying the social services legal and policy framework continuously. Performing all administrative functions required of the job.
Notes:
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The completed and signed new Z83 form must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) ONLY and at least three (3) contactable referees quoting the relevant reference number. Failure to submit all requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All appointments are subject to verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks, and security vetting. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (where applicable). The department reserves the right to fill or not fill the vacant post. Successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD, which will be reviewed based on performance. NB: The selection and appointment of candidates are subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
Employer: Department of Social Development
Location: Northern Corridor
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Criteria Questions:
- Do you have a degree in Social Work?
- Are you registered with SACSSP?
Please Note:
Due to the large number of applications envisaged, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive a response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
SOCIAL WORKER GRADE 1
Reference Number: refs/023502
Directorate: SOCIAL WELFARE SERVICES
Number of Posts: 5
Package: R 325 200 – 382 374 (within the OSD framework)
Enquiries: Ms C Dukwana Tel: (011) 355 9502
Requirements:
Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP. Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker. Skills and Competencies: Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination, and exclusion. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems, intervening at the points where people interact with their environments to promote social well-being. The ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for, and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups, and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress, and use resources effectively.
Duties:
Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection, and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families, and communities through relevant programmes. Attend to matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form. This includes: Conducting assessments to identify conditions in individuals, groups, families, and communities that justify relevant interventions. Identifying and recommending appropriate interventions to address identified conditions. Supporting social auxiliary workers and volunteers. Performing statutory functions, compiling court reports, attending to court enquiries, and other tasks emanating from the courts. Producing and maintaining records of social work interventions, processes, and outcomes. Monitoring and studying the social services legal and policy framework continuously. Performing all administrative functions required of the job.
Notes:
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The completed and signed new Z83 form must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) ONLY and at least three (3) contactable referees quoting the relevant reference number. Failure to submit all requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful. All appointments are subject to verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks, and security vetting. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (where applicable). The department reserves the right to fill or not fill the vacant post. Successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the GDSD, which will be reviewed based on performance. NB: The selection and appointment of candidates are subject to positive vetting and verification requirements as per government policy and procedures.
Employer: Department of Social Development
Location: Central Corridor
Closing Date: 17-10-2025
Criteria Questions:
- Do you have a degree in Social Work?
- Are you registered with SACSSP?
Please Note:
Due to the large number of applications envisaged, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive a response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
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