Ngopulse All Vacancies – Youth Care Worker

Job Description:

Oranjia Child and Youth Centre is registered nonprofit organisation based in Cape Town. Oranjia aims to provide child and youth centered services as well as residential care to Jewish children who have been found in need under the Child Care Act.Oranjia is a residential Child and Youth Centre working with both young children and adolescents.

Job Responsibilities:

• To manage the academic program of the residents, including assisting with homework
• Manage appointments with GP’s, psychologists, psychiatrists and any other professionals who deal with the child’s emotional and developmental needs
• See to residents’ physical, emotional, developmental and educational needs
• To work closely with and facilitate contact with parents, family members and friends
• Assisting with transport of children (school, extra-murals, birthday parties)
• Administer medication
• Managing daily routine of children (mealtime, bath, bedtime)
• To represent the development needs of the residents on various forums and meetings
• Supervise and monitor the safety of the children in our care

Job Requirements:

• Ability to work with children/youth who may be challenging or have learning difficulties
• This role will also suit educational or social science graduate wanting to gain experience in working with children
• Valid Driver’s Licence with the ability to drive a manual car
• Police clearance and willingness to submit your name to the National Child Protection Register
• Knowledge of the Jewish Religion and Jewish Cultural practices is an advantage
• Ability to work with children in a group situation.
• The ability to administer medication in a safe and responsible manner

Qualification & Experience:

• Registered with the SACSSP (South African Council for Social Service Professions) is an advantage
• Matric is essential, previous experience in residential child and youth care context or similar is a distinct advantage

Job Details:

Company: SANGONeT

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Application Deadline: N/A

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