The Department of Social and Welfare Development (DSWD) offers a wide range of occupations to Filipinos. All vacant positions are open to all Filipinos regardless of their social status, class, political affiliation, age, gender, civil status, disability, religion, ethnicity, or other factors or circumstances. However, applicants must meet all the qualifications and requirements set by the DSWD.
Applicants who want to work within a specific department or agency in the Philippine government must take the Civil Service Exam (CSE) organized by the Civil Service Commission (CSC). This exam will assess the applicants’ competence and eligibility to handle the role they want to apply to. Applicants must reach the passing score set by the CSE for Career Service Subprofessional Eligibility (CSSE) and Career Service Professional Eligibility (CSPE) applicants.
All applicants for any department or agency in the Philippine government must first meet the basic qualifications set by the Civil Service Commission.
Applicants must be:
Filipino citizen
At least 18 years old at the time of application
Has not been found guilty of a crime involving moral turpitude or of infamous, disgraceful, or immoral conduct, dishonesty, drunkenness, or addiction to drugs;
Has not been previously found guilty of offenses relative to, or in connection with the conduct of a civil service examination; and
Has not been dismissed from the service for cause.
Requirements
The Civil Service Exam (CSE) requires applicants to provide documents to apply; some eligibility requires additional and special documents. Here is the list of basic documents you need to prepare.
If the applicant is filing through a representative, he or she must have the following documents
Authorization letter from the applicant
Original and photocopy of valid government-issued identification card of the representative
Filing of Application
Applicants must gather all the documentary requirements and make sure they are complete and valid. Only complete requirements will make sure your application is valid. Applicants can apply in person, through a representative, conduit CSC regional office, registered mail/courier, or electronic mail/email. Applicants must also pay the Evaluation and Processing Fees of Php 500.
In Person
This mode of filing is suitable for applicants who have time and resources to go to the CSC Regional Office. Some offices prefer this kind of method as this will allow them to interview the applicant.
Through a Representative
If you are going to send your application through a representative, make sure that your representative has proper documents such as a letter of authorization and valid government-issued identification. You also have to know that applicants are still required to appear in person in CSC to receive the acceptance of COE. Representatives are not allowed to receive them.
Conduit CSC Regional Office
If the applicants’ current location is far from the authorized CSC Regional Office which will release the COE, the applicants can file their application to the nearest CSC Regional Office. The Regional Office will act as a middleman between the applicant and the authorized CSC RO in accepting the application and releasing the COE of the applicants. However, this method might take time due to communication issues between the two offices.
Through Registered Mail/Courier
Applicants may send their application through post office or other couriers such as LBC. However, the CSC RO is not responsible for any delays or loss of documents due to the couriers’ negligence.
Electronic Mail or Email
This method is by far the most convenient, especially for those who don’t have the time and resources to go to the office. Applicants can send scanned copies of their application form and other documents to the CSC RO’s official email address. Once your application has been approved, you have to send the original copies of the documents to CSC RO before the release of COE.
Application Process
There are only two (2) stages of application for the CSC.
Stage 1: Evaluation of Application
The first stage is where applicants send their application to the CSC and wait for the evaluation and verification of their documents.
Stage 2: Processing of Certification of Eligibility (COE)
The second stage is where the CSC will process and release the COE of the applicants. Applicants must get their COE in person.
In case your application has been disqualified, you can file a Motion of Reconsideration (MR) with the CSC RO within fifteen (15) days of receiving the Notice of Disapproval/Disqualification.
Eligibilities Granted under Special Laws and CSC Issuances
Taking the Career Service Examination is not the only way to acquire Civil Service Eligibility. There are 11 different eligibilities under special laws such as:
Bar/Board Eligibility (RA 1080)
Barangay Health Worker Eligibility (RA 7883)
Barangay Nutrition Scholar Eligibility (PD 1569)
Barangay Official Eligibility (RA 7160)
Electronic Data Processing Specialist Eligibility (CSC Res. 1302714)
Honor Graduate Eligibility (PD 907)
Sangunian Member Eligibility (RA 10156)
Scientific and Technological Specialist Eligibility (PD 997)
Skills Eligibility – Category II (CSC MC 11, s. 1996, as Amended)
Veteran Preference Rating (EO 132/790)
Career Service Eligibility – Preference Rating (CSE-PR)
Summary
Some jobs in the Department of Social and Welfare Development (DSWD) do not require any eligibility but most Job Vacancies that offer higher salaries do. If you are not under any Special Laws or CSC Issuance, it is much better to take the Career Service Examination. This exam can help you in your path to working in a government agency.
In places where disaster had struck, the DSWD Cash for Work program is implemented to provide assistance to victims and their families. The DSWD Cash for Work Program provides employment opportunities to affected individuals through the rehabilitation of public infrastructure projects like building houses, roads and bridges.
Though it is not meant to support affected individuals and their families in the long term, it is a welcome relief for them. The program is particularly effective in areas with no jobs or livelihood opportunities available to affected individuals and families. The DSWD Cash for Work Program also helps government agencies and local government units quickly restore vital public services, such as water supply systems, roads and bridges. Find out more about this program in the following sections:
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has a provision of short-term work opportunities to those who are currently experiencing financial hardship or displacement is the primary objective of the Cash for Work program. It entails taking part in a variety of activities and projects that are intended to make their lives better.
The community can utilize the program as a short-term solution to solve its issues, and it is available to them. It entails locating work locations and activities that are oriented toward making the lives of the people who are participating in the project better. The individuals who participate in the program are offered monetary remuneration in exchange for the services they provide.
Following a natural disaster, it is possible to immediately begin work on projects that are associated with the Cash for Work program. This is something that can be done regardless of whether the catastrophe was caused by natural forces or by humans. The various local government units’ social welfare and development offices are the organizations tasked with carrying out the program’s actual implementation.
These projects include any, but are not limited to the following, implemented in coordination and collaboration with LGUs and other government agencies and private organizations:
Environmental protection and preservation such as tree planting/reforestation, coastal clean-up, etc.;
Support to construction or repair of small-scale community infrastructures such as irrigation canals, deep well or water systems, pit drainage, water reservoir, etc.;
Food security interventions, such as communal gardening and agricultural production. etc.; and
Other climate and disaster mitigation and preparedness activities.
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Benefits of the DSWD Cash for Work Program
Encourage the participation of the community in developing a community-defined project involving disaster preparedness, response, rehabilitation, and reconstruction.
Provide temporary employment and improve the income of the participants.
Prevent individuals and families from leaving their communities in search of new sources of income through the provision of income augmentation of a daily rate of the existing minimum wage in the region.
DSWD Cash for Work Project
Qualifications
The DSWD has identified the following persons as qualified to apply for the DSWD Cash for Work Program:
Target Beneficiaries
The target beneficiaries shall be any of the hereunder priority sectors:
Poor families as identified under the DSWD Listahanan;
Poor families excluded from the DSWD Listahanan as assessed by the LSWDO;
Indigenous People (IP);
Families with vulnerable members such as Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), Senior Citizens, Solo Parents, etc.
These are the ones who have the most urgent needs for cash assistance, and thus are prioritized in the implementation of the program. Additional Requirements Qualified applicants shall also be required to undergo a pre-qualification assessment conducted by their local government unit (LGU) through their Local Social Welfare and Development Office (LSWDO), which will determine whether they are eligible to join Cash for Work Program.
Eligibility Requirements
The project reach shall focus on any of the following areas:
Eighteen (18) major river basins as identified by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR);
Ten (10) identified principal river basins as identified by the DENR;
Four (4) major urban centers as recommended by DENR;
Eight hundred twenty-two (822) coastal municipalities as identified by DENR;
Twenty-two (22) vulnerable provinces as recommended by DENR; and
Other areas that are economically vulnerable and are historically susceptible to disaster hazards as assesses and identified by the DSWD Field Office and Local Social Welfare Department.
Aside from their geographic location, the identified vulnerable areas are also those that have a high concentration of people who are poor and whose livelihoods depend on natural resources. These include areas within the coastal regions, river basins and watersheds, as well as urban centers in the Philippines.
The DSWD will take an active role in profiling, identifying, and prioritizing the most vulnerable areas in the country. This will be done through a collaborative effort with other line agencies, local government units (LGUs), non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and other stakeholders. The DSWD will also be responsible for developing mechanisms for assisting those who need it most during disasters and calamities, and shall ultimately decide who will be the most affected by a disaster and what kind of assistance they will need.
The DSWD has prepared a database containing information about communities vulnerable to disasters. This database is being updated regularly with the help of other line agencies and LGUs.
Requirements
Joining the program requires the willingness to be trained and to work with the DSWD in livelihood and productivity support projects, developmental and collective community or group undertaking related to disaster mitigation, risk reduction, and rehabilitation.
And once these projects have been carried out, approval for the release of funds shall be based on the submission of the following:
Project Proposal submitted and signed by the Local Chief Executive (LCE) or Designated Alternate Officer (Head of Local Social Welfare Development Office) and recommended for approval by the Head of the Disaster Response Management Division (DRMD) and for approval by the Regional Director
The master list of beneficiaries shall be certified and signed by the LCE or Designated Alternate Officer (Head of Local Social Welfare Development Office), recommended for approval by the DRMD Head and approved by the Regional Director
Allocation and obligation of funds shall be based on the submitted Project Proposal duly approved/signed by the Regional Director with the required enclosures
A Daily Time Record (DTR), Logbook or Daily Attendance Sheet is admissible to record the actual engagement of the CFW beneficiaries in community works. Further, these shall be kept by the DSWD Field Office and ensure that they would be available during the monitoring of the concerned offices in the Region and Central Office
Components of the DSWD Cash For Work (CFW) Program
1. Assessment and Identification of Proposed Projects/ Activities
The P/C/MSWDO will conduct an assessment to identify the potential beneficiaries of the program and develop a strategy for addressing their needs. It will also consult with the LGU to establish a feasible and efficient CFW.
The assessment will cover the following areas: a) the beneficiaries’ capability to provide for their fellow citizens; b) the socio-economic benefits that the project will bring them; c) the acceptability of the project by the community; and d) the cost and implementation of the project.
2. Preparation of Project Proposal
After conducting the assessment and identifying the project’s potential beneficiaries, the P/C/MSWDO will then prepare a project proposal that will provide the necessary details of the project. This will include the project’s scope and objectives, budget, work program, and other related documents.
3. Provision of Financial Assistance/Project Funding
After receiving the proposals for more than one million pesos, the P/C/MSWDO will then submit them to the Program Management Bureau for further evaluation and approval. The funding for the project will then be transferred to the local government units through the Field Office.
The project’s requirements will be attached to the proposal, and the certification of the availability of the local government units’ counterpart resources will be signed by the chief executive. This will allow the P/C/MSWDO to confirm that the local government units can provide the necessary resources for the project.
4. Implementation of CFW Project/Activity
The local government units will then implement the project’s activities and requirements following the approval of the project by the DSWD-Field Office.
Participants of the CFW program will be issued with a Cash-for-Work voucher, which will reflect their participation in the various projects that they have been involved in. The local government units will also maintain a logbook to record their daily attendance.
The attendance logbook and the CFW voucher will be used by the P/C/MSWDO to prepare the cash assistance payroll. These documents will serve as supporting documents for the reports that will be submitted to the DSWD-Field Office. The LGU should also keep a copy of these records so that they can be easily accessed during the monitoring visit of the central office or the field office.
After the project or activity is completed, the P/C/MSWDO will then prepare a completion report that will include a summary of the activities and achievements of the project. This report will be forwarded to the local chief executive. The main focus of this report will be on the project’s implementation and the results of the activities related to the project’s requirements.
The copy of this report will be forwarded to the DSWD-Field Office, which will then review and take appropriate action. The field office will also provide a copy of the report to the central office through its operations and capacity-building group.
5. Monitoring and Evaluation
The Cash-for-Work program has three levels of monitoring. These include the LGU, the DSWD Field Office, and the DSWD Central Office. The monitoring of the LGU will be carried out on a daily basis, and it will be coordinated with the appropriate offices. These include the public works, engineering, and general services departments. The program of work will also be monitored through the P/C/MSWDO, and shall cover the following:
a. Program of Work – tracking the progress of the project or activity based on the approved program of work.
b. Project Activity – verifying whether the actual project or activity being undertaken including its location site is exactly consistent with the approved project proposal.
c. Beneficiaries – determining if the beneficiaries involved in the actual project or activity are the intended recipients of the Cash-for-Work and if number is in accordance with the proposed manpower or labor requirement.
The monitoring of the Cash-for-work program in the field office is carried out on a regular basis using a random sampling method. The objective of the monitoring is to provide the Central Office with the necessary information to make informed decisions regarding the program. This includes checking the status of the wage payments and the number of participants who have received the money.
Evaluation by DSWD Personnel
DSWD Central Office personnel will also visit the field office at least once during the course of the project or activity to provide technical assistance. Evaluation of the program will only be conducted after the activity or project has been completed.
The evaluation report, which includes the list of the beneficiaries and the project’s progress, must be submitted to the LGU and the Central Office. The objective of the evaluation is to establish if the program is effective and efficient.
One of the main factors that will be considered when it comes to assessing the effectiveness of the program is the selection and participation of the beneficiaries.
Aside from the cost and operation of the project, another aspect of the evaluation will be the timeliness of the payments made to the beneficiaries.
The evaluation will also look into the effects of the cash-for-work program on the various aspects of the community. For instance, how the project affected the participants and the community’s acceptance of the project. It will also analyze the various activities and coping strategies of the participants.
DSWD Cash for Work Guidelines
Here are the program guidelines for the DSWD cash-for-work as outlined by the agency in this Administrative Order dated 2008.
Sample of Cash for Work Voucher
Here’s a sample of the voucher to be used for the DSWD Cash for Work Project:
Video: DOLE, DSWD won’t dole out cash; offer cash for work
The video explains the Cash for Work program. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) clarified that the government does not give out dole outs but rather provides jobs to people affected by Boracay’s closure.
This is a better strategy than the traditional way of giving money to people. This is because the money will be spent on things other than food and shelter, which will make it difficult for the government to monitor how it is used.
The Cash for work has been proven effective in many countries where it was implemented. Furthermore, the work done by the people in their area will benefit them in the long run. This is what has been the case of the Boracay closure, which gave way to the town’s rehabilitation, which has benefited many people. It is also important to note that this strategy can be implemented in other areas in the Philippines, where poverty and unemployment are rampant.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is cash for work?
The Cash for Work program provides temporary employment to individuals who are experiencing difficulties or are displaced. It involves participating in various activities and projects in their communities. These work areas are identified through the leadership of local leaders.
The Cash for Work program provides cash to help the needy meet their basic needs. It can be conducted before, during, or after a disaster. This program is managed by the local government units’ social welfare and development offices. The DSWD Field Offices are also involved in the implementation of the program.
2. What is environmental preservation?
Various forms of environmental protection are carried out, such as reforestation, coastal clean-up, and tree planting. Small-scale projects that are supported by this program include the construction of water reservoirs, canals, pit drainages, and irrigation canals.
3. What is a work area program?
The local community leaders identify various work programs and work areas that are needed by the people in these communities. In exchange for the services rendered, the recipients are given cash to meet their basic needs.
4. Who signs the master list of beneficiaries?
The list of beneficiaries of the various social welfare programs and projects identified by the DENR is prepared by the LCE or designated alternate officer. These individuals should then be approved by the regional director.
5. Who is responsible for the implementation of the Cash for Work Program?
The local government units’ social welfare and development offices handle the program’s implementation. These offices are in coordination with the DSWD’s field offices.
6. What is the minimum wage under the CFW program?
For the benefit of the CFW program’s beneficiaries, the regional wage rate will now be 100% instead of 75%. In the Western Visayas, the current minimum wage is P323.50 per day.
Summary
The DSWD Cash for Work (CFW) Program is an excellent initiative by the government to provide financial assistance for marginalized and vulnerable communities. It also provides them with job opportunities to help them sustain their livelihood. Every Filipino who is in dire need of money should consider applying to one of the DSWD’s Cash for Work Program sites located in their respective localities.
With calamities happening in the country and with more and more Filipinos becoming impoverished every year, there is no doubt that the Cash for Work program will continue to help many people who need money.
We hope you’ve found this article useful. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the DSWD’s Cash for Work program, feel free to visit your local Social Welfare and Development Office or coordinate with the DSWD via their official website.
The DSWD Centers and Institutions Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC) is a government facility that provides temporary care for children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The RSCC also provides educational and therapeutic services to these children.
As a society, we must look out for the well-being of our children since they are our future. This includes safeguarding children from psychological harm such as bullying and isolation. We must foster a community where kids may safely report abuse and find help if they need it.
Therefore, the government has enacted laws and policies to guarantee that every child has a fair shot at reaching his or her full potential. Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC), its centers and institutions offer temporary housing, food, medical attention, religious and psychological assistance, and educational opportunities to abused children. This article will provide a comprehensive analysis of the topic at hand.
What is DSWD Centers and Institutions Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC)?
Children aged 0 to 6 years old can receive social work services at any time of day or night at the Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC), which is a residential facility open around the clock. It offers protection and rehabilitation services to children who have been neglected, abandoned, abused, or exploited, as well as children who have special needs such as children who are at risk and children who need alternative family care. Temporary residential care facilities offer these assistance programs.
Additionally, it offers intervention and services in the field of social work that is suitable and responsive, and address the requirements of very young children who have been abused in terms of their growth and development, as well as their safety and security. RSCC works toward strengthening the expertise and efficacy of the center’s personnel and the service providers in the administration of cases by providing children with appropriate placement and various other forms of rehabilitation services.
Benefits Of DSWD Centers and Institutions Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC)
On August 1, 1989, with the help of its legal foundation, P.D. Article 136 of Law 603, often known as the Child and Youth Welfare Code, requires the creation of Regional Child Welfare Agencies. Here are the programs and services:
1. Social Services
Case management, casework, and counseling are offered to determine whether or not the kid should be placed (adopted) or can be reunited with his or her biological family.
2. Home Life Services
A child’s basic needs are met, and they are taught about self-care and healthy lifestyle choices.
3. Health Services
Care for infants, immunizations, and development monitoring, as well as provision of medical exams, prescriptions, dental work, and in-patient hospital services if required. Testing, examination, and therapy in the field of psychology are also available.
4. Dietetics Services
Monthly measuring of weight and mass deworming, as well as the provision of balanced food and a customized diet for sick and malnourished youngsters.
5. Educational Services
Services include Day Care, tutoring, and educational outings for kids.
6. Spiritual Enhancement
The celebration of Holy Masses and Baptisms regularly, as well as the teaching of catechism, the retelling of Bible stories, and the leading of other religious activities directed toward the spiritual development and character development of the participants.
7. Recreational & Cultural Activities
Supervised playtime, educational outings, viewing of appropriate TV shows, VHS, and DVDs, and commemoration of children’s birthdays and other milestones (Christmas & New Year).
8. Training
Subject to the laws and regulations of the agency, RSCC also functions as a training field for volunteers, nurses, social Work students, midwives, and other students or employees of relevant fields.
Qualifications
The RSCC works with infants and toddlers up to the age of six. This section contains the following groups:
Orphans and Dependent Children – Children who have no living relatives to care for them because their parents are temporarily unable to do so.
Children who have been left by their parents and taken in by private individuals or groups (such as a clinic, hospital, placement agency, or officially signed childcare provider) are known as “abandoned” or “neglected” children.
A “foundling” is a youngster who has been left on the street or in another public or private location. These kids are being beaten up regularly.
Children who have been physically abused may have been victimized by members of their own family, neighbors, guardians, or others in their community.
Children who have been subjected to sexual abuse include those who have been lured, induced, employed, or pressured into engaging in sexual activity. This includes acts such as prostitution, molestation, and incest.
Youth who are voluntarily committed or surrendered are those whose families have decided to do so for personal or financial reasons, such as the young person having a kid outside of marriage, not having enough money to provide for the child, or the young person being the victim of rape.
Babies and young children born in the Philippines to foreign parents are known as transnational.
Orphaned children are those who have no living parents or other relatives to provide for them.
Requirements
Invitation Letter/Referral Letter
Report on a Social Case Study
Certified Copy of Birth Record
Abandoned Children’s Declaration of Abandonment
Statement of Commitment Regarding the Surrender of a Child
Orphans’ original copies of their parent’s death records
The Center’s Social Services Department accepts all referrals. The social worker will review the case study and other papers provided by the referring social worker before making a judgment on whether or not to accept the child to the facility. If admitted, the kid will be sent to the nurse so that she may assess her current health and any additional care she may require.
Procedure: How to Seek Help for Children in RSCC Centers
Before admission to RSCC, children who have been found abandoned in hospitals or the public should be referred to the Local Social Welfare & Development Officer or the Crisis Intervention Unit (CIU) of the DSWD so that the appropriate paperwork can be completed and the child can be assessed for eligibility for immediate referral to Foster Care.
Referrals to RSCC must be made in writing by the child’s local social welfare officer, CIU social worker, or hospital social worker, and must include the following materials:
Copy of the child’s birth certificate
Newborn Medical Record or Current Health Report (for those abandoned in the hospital).
Evidence of the referral party’s attempts to get in touch with the parents, relatives, or guardians should be included in the case study report. Preparing the youngster for a move or separation should be done and documented wherever possible.
Video: Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC)
Watch this video to learn more about how the Department of Social and Welfare Services (DSWD) implements the Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC) program.
According to the video, there is a dedicated facility called the Reception and Study Center for Children (RSCC) that houses and helps abused and neglected kids. Professionals in the fields of social work and child care give these kids the full range of services they need, from medical and psychological care to academic assistance, and more, at the RSCC. It is because of these services that we can give hope that these disadvantaged kids will be able to overcome the trauma they’ve endured and begin rebuilding their lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What Happens To Children Who Come To Live At The Center?
The answer is that each child’s stay with us is unique and personalized. The staff works closely with each child to assess their individual needs and create a care plan that addresses those needs. This can include meeting with social workers, participating in group therapy, attending school onsite, or receiving medical and dental care. Children typically continue living at the RSCC until they can safely transition into a permanent living situation, whether it be reunification with their family or placement in a loving foster or adoptive home.
2. How Do Children Arrive At The RSCC?
The intake process varies on a case-by-case basis, but a child may come to us through a referral from another agency or through self-referral. In critical emergencies, RSSC also can accept walk-in intakes round-the-clock. No matter how they arrive, the staff strives to provide every child with a warm and welcoming environment as they begin their journey toward healing and stability.
3. Is There Anything I Can Do To Support Children At The RSCC?
One way you can make an immediate impact is by donating essential items from RSSC’s wish list, such as hygiene products and fun activities for the kids. Another way to support the mission is by spreading awareness about the resources available for disadvantaged youth in your community. And of course, monetary donations are always appreciated as they are a big reason to continue providing necessary services for the children in RSSC’s care.
Summary
Children who have been abused or neglected can find temporary refuge, medical attention, and compassionate guidance at this great facility. Among the many available services and amenities is a chapel for religious worship, as well as a school, medical clinic, and recreation center. It’s wonderful to watch these disadvantaged children thrive in the RSCC’s nurturing environment.
