Cape Mental Health is a registered non-profit organisation and public benefit organisation ( that provides or facilitates comprehensive and pro-active enabling of mental health services in the Western Cape. We are committed to challenging socially restrictive and discriminatory practices affecting the mental health of all people. Our work is underpinned by a...
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Overseeing the staff and implementation of the Fountain House Observatory programme and reporting to the PSR Manager
Coordination of the facility requirements in terms of Health and Safety, risk, financial aspects and maintenance
Co-ordination of our Employment unit and unit activities (e.g. Transitional and Supported employment placements). Primary responsibility for overall management and development of the employment unit & communications unit and manage the Fountain House Employment Programme, including Transitional Employment (TE) Programme; Supported (SE), independent employment and Learnership support and Business Development/ Canvassing for prospective work placements. Work readiness preparation, job coaching and placement support.
Working with the other unit co-ordinators and work areas (Catering, Admin and Workshop Units) to ensure that the training opportunities offered through simulated and actual work activities at FH are used optimally towards work readiness of the members
Development of new open labour market work opportunities for members
Sensitisation and empowerment of employers to successfully employ persons with psychosocial disabilities
Primary responsibility for management and coordination of any SETA programmes, Learnerships and Internships in FH (depending on MOUs) & liaison with relevant partners.
Co-ordination and support of our student and volunteer placements
Management and Support of our self-advocacy initiatives
Providing Psychosocial rehabilitation to members and facilitate and present monthly life skills programme (as per the programme roster)
To develop and implement a peer support model including criteria, identification, training and support of the peer supporters
Requirements:
An appropriate degree in Social/Health Sciences i.e. Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, etc.
A valid manual code 8 driver’s licence
Fluent in English and Afrikaans/ Xhosa
Minimum 3 years work experience in a related field
Experience in work rehabilitation, supported employment and psychosocial rehabilitation would be an advantage/beneficial
Excellent group facilitation skills
Basic computer literacy and administration skills
Excellent organisational management and planning skills
Ability to lead, motivate staff and work as part of a team
APPLICATION SUBMISSION CRITERIA
A motivation letter addressing ALL specific requirements in the advertisement
An indication of your expected salary bracket
An updated, customised CV
Proof of a valid manual driver’s license (code B, formerly code 8)
Three recent, contactable referees
Availability (date you can start after completing your current notice period)
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination certificate (and booster shot/s) to comply with our organisation’s mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy or an undertaking to get vaccinated within 2 weeks from when it is available
Submitting a negative COVID-19 test result not older than 48 hours before starting in the position
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