Key Responsibilities
Render comprehensive social work services aimed at the care, support, protection, empowerment and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, 420 families and communities through the implementation of relevant social work and social welfare programmes. Identify, assess and respond to social conditions and circumstances that may result in, or stem from, social instability and social dysfunction in any form, and facilitate appropriate interventions, referrals and linkages with relevant services and stakeholders. Provide professional supervision, guidance, advice and support to social workers, social auxiliary workers and volunteers to promote effective, ethical, and accountable and quality social work service delivery in accordance with applicable legislation, policies, professional standards, departmental directives and best practice. Keep abreast of developments, emerging trends, legislation, policies, research and best practices in the social work and social welfare fields, and facilitate the application of relevant developments to improve service delivery. Oversee and coordinate the administrative and operational functions required within the unit, including planning, record management, reporting, monitoring, quality assurance and compliance, and undertake higher-level administrative functions as required. Ensure the effective coordination of social work interventions and resources within the unit, promote integrated and multidisciplinary service delivery, and contribute to the achievement of departmental priorities and social development outcomes.