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The job advertisements should include (at least):
- Position available;
- Requirements;
- Closing date for applications.
Please note the jobs advertised here will not be for positions with EAPA-SA, but rather at EAP/wellness companies/departments/organisations/service providers.
Consultant Position
Tuesday, 31 January 2012 15:36
EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
Closing date for applications: 08 February 2012
Reference Number : HO332
Job Title : Consultant: Employee Wellness
Grade : 6
Position Reports to : Manager: EAP and Wellness Programme
Division : Human Resources
Department : HR: EAP and Wellness Programme
Location : Kwa Zulu Natal
Advert Date : 27 February 2012
Job Purpose:
This position is a Specialist position where the incumbent will be required:
Implement and evaluate the Wellness Programme which:
- is work-site based.
- is designed to assist in the identification and resolution of productivity problems associated with employees impaired by personal concerns, but not limited to health, marital, family, financial, alcohol, drug, legal, emotional, stress, or other personal concerns which adversely affect employee job performance.
Duties:
The incumbent will therefore be required to provide holistic Wellness Action Plan for SARS through:
- Operationalising the Wellness Strategy.
- Input into the development of a Wellness Policy
- Influence policy initiatives which impact on the health and socio-economic issues
- Training and development of Wellness Champions within Business Units & different regions.
- Identify programmes of collaboration with other HR departments and Business Units
- Supporting employees and managers in the management of their work-life stressors, behavioural health and physical health risks arising out of the transformation processes taking place within the organisation.
- Provide a climate of voluntary and confidential access to services.
- Provide ongoing HIV and AIDS awareness, prevention and education.
- Provide access to telephonic and face to face counselling.
- Liaise with external Service Provider for those persons who may require referral e.g. psychological, financial and legal advice services
- Case management
- Trauma management
Knowledge & Skills:
- Knowledge and understanding of general business issues and Wellness global standards.
- Sound knowledge of the South African labour (and related) legislation
- Understanding of the socio-economic climate
- Above average computer literacy (Microsoft products)
- Ability to implement holistic HIV & AIDS and Wellness programmes
- Understanding of the impact of HIV/AIDS in business and in the socio-economic arena
- Relationship Management
- Strong Project Management Skills
- Counselling Skills with 3 or more years experience
- Knowledge and understanding of Health related ailments that impede workplace performance
- Empathetic with ability to maintain confidentiality
Education & Experience:
- Relevant Bachelors’ degree in behavioural sciences preferably with medical/health background.
- Qualification in Primary Health Care with 3 or more years experience or any equivalent
Employment Equity:
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process. For statistical purposes, please indicate your Equity status (race, gender and disability) on your CV.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance if applicable.