8 x Child and Youth Care Workers Work
Nature of the position: 12 Months (1-year)
Ensures a secure, comfortable, and inclusive environment for Adolescents and Young People (AYP), providing tailored activities as necessary.
Child and Youth Care Workers duties:
– Support the school by imparting life skills to learners, utilizing additional resources as needed.
– Facilitate behavioral change and personal growth among AYPs facing challenges due to social, emotional, physical, or cognitive delays.
– Develop, implement, and assess individualized plans to aid AYPs in transitioning to independence.
– Deliver life skills training aligned with the goals of the youth and other stakeholders.
– Assist AYPs in achieving their goals using a strengths-based approach.
– Engage with AYPs in unsupervised settings to assess their needs and provide appropriate support using a harm reduction approach.
– Collaborate with local resources and programs within the youth’s community.
– Organize activity groups tailored to the specific needs and objectives of the youth.
– Participate in case conferences as needed.
– Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all AYPs and facilitate referrals.
– Stay informed about community resources, gaps, and the socio-economic context of the area.
– Consult with Activity Coordinators, social workers, and families when necessary.
– Adhere to Social Change policies and meet performance targets.
– Attend and contribute to regular staff and community meetings.
– Coordinate with Activity Coordinators and Social Auxiliary Workers (SAWs) to ensure accuracy and relevance of service plans.
– Complete assigned tasks and documentation as required.
– Compile and submit weekly plans, as well as weekly and monthly reports.
– Cultivate positive relationships with communities and relevant stakeholders.
– Generate interest in program interventions through outreach activities such as door-to-door visits, distribution of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) material, presentations at events, and community gatherings.
Education and/or Work Experience:
– Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or relevant qualification.
– Previous childcare experience is advantageous.
– Youth status and residency within the operational area is mandatory, with evidence required.
– Strong leadership skills.
– Proficiency in computer literacy.
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
– Age between 18 and 30 years.
How To Apply: Submit a detailed CV, Cover letter and certified copies of qualifications with proof of registration (where required) to hr@songe.org.za or hand delivered to: Social Change Office – Main Office 95 Nelson Mandela Drive Mthatha, 5099
Note: posted applications will not be accepted For more further information please contact HR Officer: 047 531 6373
The closing date is on 11th April 2024. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement. No late applications will be accepted.
Location: Nyandeni Sub-District (Libode, Ngqeleni & Port St Johns Schools and communities)
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