CHILD AND YOUTH CARE TEAM LEADER GRADE 1

Department of Social Development

Chief Directorate: District and Institutional Support Management

Reference number: SD/1/36/26/E
Salary: R211 899 per annum, (salary will be in accordance with OSD determination)
Centre: JB Marks Treatment Centre
Province: North West
Closing date: 17 August 2026
Circular: No 27 of 2026

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Requirements

Grade 12. Certificate/ Diploma (NQF level 4 /5/6). FET (a degree in Child and Youth Care would be an added advantage). A minimum of 7 years’ experience in Child and Youth Care work after obtaining the required qualification. Current proof of registration with South African Council for Social Services Professionals (SACSSP) (proof of registration submitted when shortlisted). A valid driver’s license. Experience in Secure Care will be added advantage. Competencies: Ability to maintain confidentiality. Good communication skills. Good time keeping. Ability to work as a team. Problem solving skills. Planning and organizing skills. Knowledge of relevant legislations, policies and procedures in Child and youth Care. Interpersonal and Leadership skills. Able to do shift work.

Duties

Supervise Child & Youth Care Workers. Manage work performance of supervisee. Oversee the admission and related activities of children and youth to the facility. Oversee the access of children/ youth to medical services. Oversee the implementation of planned activities, residential developmental and therapeutic programmes. Oversee basic life space work. Undertake inspections during a shift and report on incidents and challenges identified. Perform administrative work relevant to the job. Oversee the completion of daily registers, e.g., logbooks, incident reports, etc. Ensure the attendance registers are signed and kept up to date. Perform all the administration functions required by the job. Accompany, assist and escort service users within healthcare facilities when necessary.

Where to send your application

E-Mail: SDRecruitmentKK@nwpg.gov.za

Enquiries

Ms DC Monyemore Tel No: (018) 294 5134

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 27 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 31 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 31 July 2026.

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