EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRACTITIONER (HRM) REF NO: 2026/244
SALARY :
R413 001 per annum
CENTRE :
Cape Town Regional Office
REQUIREMENTS :
A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 06) / National
diploma/ Degree in Social Science or Behavioural related qualification.
Registration with professional bodies such as SACSSP and HPCSA. Relevant
years of experience in the field.
- Willing to adapt work schedule in accordance with professional requirements Knowledge of Employee health and wellness practices,
- knowledge and understanding of HIV as a developmental issue,
- specialized knowledge of counselling,
- people management and empowerment,
- client orientation and customer focus,
- Structure and functioning of the Department and the sector.
- Language proficiency,
- effective communication,
- presentation skills,
- general management and organizational skills,
- interpretation of policies,
- ability to undertake research/gather information,
- ability to work independently.
A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel is essential.
DUTIES :
HIV/AIDS and TB management: Mainstream HIV/AIDS and TB into the core
functions of the department; Provide education, awareness and prevention
programmes. Plan and conduct regular Health screenings. Distribution of
wellness information material and articles. Health and Productivity
Management Services: Coordinate Disease Management & Chronic illnesses
awareness and education sessions, workshops; Support the department with
incapacity cases. Organize Mental Health information sessions and distribution
of articles on a regular basis. Liaise and make referrals to Mental Health
institutions when required. Occupational Health and Safety Management:
create awareness on occupational safety behaviour and provide information
related to Injury on duty. Wellness management: Promote work life balance for
employees. Provide support to Individuals through Wellness intervention
(Psychosocial). Provide counselling to individual employees and their
immediate family members. Conduct group counselling sessions for e.g.
debriefing or trauma. Provide management with feedback through progress
reports on referred cases while maintaining confidentiality.
Support and advice managers on handling employees experiencing wellness related challenges. Promote individual Physical Wellness by encouraging sports activities. Plan and conduct retirement sessions. Facilitate and assist in the Medical Health Surveillance of employees placed in a hazardous environment.
ENQUIRIES :
Ms C Rossouw Tel No: (021) 402 2014
APPLICATIONS :
For Cape town regional office: Email to: RecruitCPT26-63@dpw.gov.za