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POST 07/170 : CHILD AND YOUTH CARE WORKER GRADE 1 (3 POSTS)
This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 13 Mar 2026.
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Requirements
Skills
Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework (Children’s act, Child Care Act, Child Justice Act) governing the Secure Care Centres/Children’s home.
Good communication skills, Good interpersonal relationships, Ability to handle pressure.
Honesty and confidentiality, customer care skills.
Duties
Key Performance Areas: Receive children and youth to the care facility after admission.
Provide orientation of the child to the centre.
Provide care and development of children and youth where their needs are protected.
Ensure that children/ youth receive medical services.
Facilitate the independent living and recreational programmes.
Organise family visits and contacts.
Escort children to external services.
Assist with implementation of developmental and therapy programmes.
Perform administration duties.
Key Performance Areas: Allocate vehicles on daily basis.
Check the vehicle conditions.
Maintain and update registers.
Facilitate cleaning of vehicles.
Conduct inspection on vehicles and report damages. 128
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