Social Worker at Health Solutions Africa

Role Purpose    

To provide therapeutic support to the workforce to address the social, emotional and practical needs of the employees and to work towards creating a workplace that focuses on mental health, well-being, support and awareness.

Requirements    

• A National Senior Certificate is essential
• Degree in Social Work
• Valid registration with the South African Council for Social Service professions as a Social Worker is essential
• Minimum of 2 years’ working experience as a Registered Social Worker
• Exposure to the role of a social worker in the mining industry would be an advantage
• Driver's licence and own insured vehicle is essential
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite 

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Provide support and counselling to employees facing challenges such as trauma, grief, addiction and/or domestic violence.
• Assessment of employee needs and implementation of intervention plans where appropriate.
• Establishing relationships and provider networks within the area for support, resources and referrals.
• Provide crisis intervention and support when required.
• Establish and implement awareness and educational programmes to promote wellbeing within the workplace.
• Compile, analyse and present monthly reports reflecting the activities for the month as well as highlighting trends and recurring issues.

Competencies    

• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
• Accountability
• Planning and organising
• Problem solving
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills 
• Empathetic nature 
• Team player
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to take initiative
• Report writing skills
• Coaching and mentoring skills