Life Healthcare is inviting qualified graduates to apply for the Graduate Intern Social Worker position at Life Nkanyisa Waverley Care Centre in Germiston, Gauteng.
This internship offers hands-on, supervised workplace learning in a mental healthcare setting, with a strong focus on therapeutic treatment and rehabilitation for individuals living with chronic psychiatric disorders.
Closing date: Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Location: Germiston, Gauteng
Facility: Life Nkanyisa Waverley Care Centre
About the Social Work Graduate Internship
The Graduate Intern Social Worker will report to the Hospital Manager and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) delivering evidence-based, ethical, and cost-effective mental healthcare services.
This opportunity is ideal for Social Work graduates seeking structured exposure in clinical and mental health social work within a professional healthcare environment.
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Key Responsibilities (Critical Outputs)
The intern will be expected to:
- Contribute to and maintain the facility’s programme as an MDT member
- Participate in patient programme planning, reviews, and adjustments
- Support patient admission and discharge processes
- Conduct assessments and develop care plans and Individual Development Plans (IDPs) with the MDT
- Ensure compliance with Department of Social Development disability policies and relevant legislation
- Liaise with external stakeholders and referral agencies
- Support marketing initiatives, advocacy events, and community education programmes
- Participate in continuous professional development (CPD) activities
- Attend and actively contribute to MDT meetings
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12
- A Degree in Social Work
- Current registration with SACSSP (South African Council for Social Service Professions)
- A valid driver’s licence
- Knowledge of mental health legislation and policies (advantageous)
Required Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Sound problem-solving, analysis, and judgement
- Emotional resilience, drive, and energy
- High standards of professional and ethical conduct
- Strong relationship-building and customer responsiveness
- Organisational awareness
- Technical competence and the ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
How to Apply
[Apply for the Life Healthcare Graduate Intern Social Work 2026]
Alternatively, submit your application via email:
sue.khumalo@lifehealthcare.co.za
Ensure your application is complete and submitted before 28 January 2026.
Late applications may not be considered.
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