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False reporting is usually classified as a low level misdemeanor, which is a crime. In some states, filing a false child abuse report is a higher-level crime—a felony.
South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
- http://www.sacssp.co.za.
- Private Bag X12, GEZINA, 0031.
- 37 Annie Botha Avenue, Riveria, PRETORIA, 0084.
- 086 645 2913.
- 012 356 8400.
- National Government Directory: State owned enterprises and other public entities.
Do social workers have qualified immunity?
Social workers acting within the scope of their employment should be immune from prosecution for taking any actions they reasonably believe are necessary and proper in the performance of their functions. Properly applied, this standard is effectively consistent with the doctrine of qualified immunity.
Can I request a new social worker?
You do not have the right to demand that your child’s Social Worker is changed because you do not like them. If you do wish to request a change of Social Worker for your child then you should speak to the Social Worker first and then to their Team Manager.
You may have several options to make a complaint about adult social care services. One option is to use the complaints procedure, or you may be able to report your concerns to a different organisation, for example, the Local Government Ombudsman or the regulatory body of the professional involved.
How do I lodge a complaint with the Department of Social Development?
Social Development [ Department of ]
- http://www.dsd.gov.za.
- Email: [email protected].
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialDevelopmentZA/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/The_DSD.
- Private Bag X901, PRETORIA, 0001.
- HSRC Building, 134 Pretorius Street, North wing, PRETORIA.
- 012 312 7500.
- 012 312 7470.
On what grounds can you sue social services?
You may be able to claim against social services if you were under the organisation’s care when the abuse happened, or if neglect on the part of a social worker put you in a situation where you were abused.