Jobs at Faircape Group

• The role of the successful candidate will be to ensure that we provide our rehabilitation clients with a program of activities tailored to the person's individual needs and goals aimed at returning the person to a meaningful level of functioning.

Duties relevant to this role

• Facilitate subacute viewings 
• On Day 2 following the MDT meeting, ensure that the patient rehabilitation contract is completed and understood by the patient.
• Confirm discharge dates of patients
  • have they reached their goals and are ready for discharge
  • Is there a max on medical aid affecting stay
  • Do they need to be approached to ask if they want to pay privately
  • Discharge report / discharge follow up card
• Ensure family/ patient is aware of MDT feedback
• Ensure discharge patient experience surveys are completed one day prior to discharge / discharge report / follow up appointment 
• Book clients for and manage the post discharge clinic
• Complete the GAS jotform once the patient is discharged 
• Make follow-up calls to patients who were unable to attend the post-discharge clinic.
• Ensure specialist referrals are completed and sent through to the referring specialist
• Follow up patients who is being transferred back to hospital

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapist with a BSc degree with more than 1 years clinical experience
• HPCSA registration
• Malpractice insurance

Experience and Knowledge 

• Proven experience working in a similar role
• Experience working in an acute/sub-acute environment

Skills and Attributes 

• Experience in a clinical environment and working with ill patients and family members
• A commitment to early intervention, a whole-of-person approach to rehabilitation and improved levels of functioning of the injured client;
• The ability to engage positively with clients acknowledging their individual circumstances;
• Good communication, organisation and liaison skills and ability to initiate activity where required;
• The ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and maintain focus;
• The capacity to maintain and broaden networks of relevant professional service providers;
• Good time management
• Good Crisis management skills
• The ability to refer clients to service providers and if necessary seek out additional professional assistance or direction;
• Ability to perform basic screening at follow-up clinic to flag for referral to services required.
• Knowledge of the relevant legislation claims procedures, rehabilitation provisions and administrative requirements;
• Have an understanding of ICF Framework and SMART goal-setting skills

Specific Requirements:

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references 
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing job

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Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Department Management:

• Managing 6 Occupational Therapists & 5 Activity Assistants that work at our various retirement villages and a Pet Manager
• Planning and facilitating internal training for staff members 
• Daily meetings with staff members to provide accurate feedback regarding performance and monitoring their KPIs 
• Creating, reviewing and updating of policies and procedures when necessary
• Oversee the relevant staffs workflows and ensuring that it is adhered to 
• Collaborating and building relationships with various universities to provide opportunities to occupational therapy students 
• Maintain occupational therapist students calendars and travel reimbursement expenditure
• Monitor and manage special events expenditures and ensure that everything stays within budget
• Attending and participating in MDT meetings on a monthly basis
• Provide input on any orders placed regarding assistive devices 
• Ensuring that quality activities are provided to all residents 
• Provide service improvement recommendations 

Risk Management 

• Investigate, review and monitoring fall incidents within our long-term healthcare centres
• Maintenance of Fall Prevention & Management Procedure and other relevant policies and procedures
• Provide staff education regarding risk management
• Compile Healthcare centre incident registers
• Provide input into other Healthcare residents incidents investigations to identify preventative strategies or procedural changes

Healthcare Training Coordinator 

• Compile and maintain Healthcare centre staff training plan
• Create self-study content & quizzes for the nursing, occupational therapy & social work to use 
• Create training content based on needs identified in MDT meetings or from incidents investigations 
• Attend/participate/present Healthcare centre Journal Clubs
• Keep records of internal training according to procedure

Qualifications 

• Degree in OT and registered as an OT with HPCSA

Experience:

• Proven experience in clinical Occupational Therapy
• Experience in long-term care setting

Skills and Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of OT process in Geriatrics
• Knowledge of OT role in Geriatrics and mental health
• Knowledge of the long-term care sector in SA
• Computer skills
• Strong administrative skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership & interpersonal skill
• Time management & organisational skills

Attributes:

• Critical thinker, analytical, solution-oriented
• Collaborative
• Confident
• Relational/people-oriented

Specific Requirements:

• Own reliable transport and valid drivers licence 
• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references 
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing job

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• The role of the successful candidate will be to ensure that we provide our rehabilitation clients with a program of activities tailored to the person's individual needs and goals aimed at returning the person to a meaningful level of functioning.

Duties relevant to this role

• Facilitate subacute viewings 
• On Day 2 following the MDT meeting, ensure that the patient rehabilitation contract is completed and understood by the patient.
• Confirm discharge dates of patients
  • have they reached their goals and are ready for discharge
  • Is there a max on medical aid affecting stay
  • Do they need to be approached to ask if they want to pay privately
  • Discharge report / discharge follow up card
• Ensure family/ patient is aware of MDT feedback
• Ensure discharge patient experience surveys are completed one day prior to discharge / discharge report / follow up appointment 
• Book clients for and manage the post discharge clinic
• Complete the GAS jotform once the patient is discharged 
• Make follow-up calls to patients who were unable to attend the post-discharge clinic.
• Ensure specialist referrals are completed and sent through to the referring specialist
• Follow up patients who is being transferred back to hospital

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapist with a BSc degree with more than 1 years clinical experience
• HPCSA registration
• Malpractice insurance

Experience and Knowledge 

• Proven experience working in a similar role
• Experience working in an acute/sub-acute environment

Skills and Attributes 

• Experience in a clinical environment and working with ill patients and family members
• A commitment to early intervention, a whole-of-person approach to rehabilitation and improved levels of functioning of the injured client;
• The ability to engage positively with clients acknowledging their individual circumstances;
• Good communication, organisation and liaison skills and ability to initiate activity where required;
• The ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and maintain focus;
• The capacity to maintain and broaden networks of relevant professional service providers;
• Good time management
• Good Crisis management skills
• The ability to refer clients to service providers and if necessary seek out additional professional assistance or direction;
• Ability to perform basic screening at follow-up clinic to flag for referral to services required.
• Knowledge of the relevant legislation claims procedures, rehabilitation provisions and administrative requirements;
• Have an understanding of ICF Framework and SMART goal-setting skills

Specific Requirements:

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references 
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing job

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• The successful incumbent will administer care to patients inclusive of frail, mental health, sub-acute and assisted living.

Duties include but is not limited to the following:

• The Carer is responsible according to the approved care plan by directly providing practical, physical, social and emotional care for residents at the healthcare centre. Carers contribute to the creation of a therapeutic and relaxing environment within the healthcare facility.

Patient Care (according to care plan)

• Attend to all activities as per the ECP care plan per resident and chart activity accordingly, including but not limited to personal hygiene, incontinence, dress, feeding and companionship
• Maintain safe and therapeutic environment for all residents in terms of care plan and their personal diagnosis

Company Policies & Procedures

• Maintain awareness, understanding and adherence to company rules, policies and procedures
• Treat all residents with respect and dignity

Infection Control

• Comply to all company policies and procedures regarding infection control
• Maintain good personal hygiene as per the relevant policies and procedures

Health & Safety

• Comply with company health and safety standards in terms of activities of work
• Be aware of duty of care and measures to protect vulnerable residents
• Report any health and safety contraventions to the Duty Sister

Camera Watch

• Watch patient cameras as per procedure and rotate with other carers on camera watch

Requirements

Education and Qualifications:

• Acknowledged Carer training from reputable organisation advantageous 
• SETA accreditation will be an advantage

Experience

• Proven experience as a Carer or experience in a similar environment 

Skills and Knowledge:

• Skilled in basic computer knowledge
• Knowledge of caring principles in caring for the aged, this includes:
• Core carer competency skills
• Dementia care
• Palliative care
• Rehabilitative care

Attributes:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Work well with the elderly and have compassion for caring for them
• Work well within a team and independently 
• Able to work under pressure
• Be accepting of change within the role of caring, as the need arises
• Maintain positive relationships with all (resident, families, colleagues)
• Have the ability to make good decisions, think objectively, make decisions and prevent medico-legal risks
• Accountable and responsible
• Compassionate
• Ability to follow healthcare procedures and understand the purpose of procedures
• Listening abilities 
• Carrying out instructions
• Excellent physical health and stamina

Specific requirements

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing work

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• The successful applicant must be available to assist within all our healthcare centres when required. 

Duties include but are not limited to:

Clinical handover

• Do morning handover according to ISBAR procedure with Shift leader on opposite shift and may delegate handover to duty Sr according to allocation
• Ensure all reporting is up to date for handover and all information is checked when receiving a handover

Administration and reporting

• Daily reporting to the NSM on any interventions during the shift
• Thorough reporting during shift change
• Follow up on new scripts and phone the pharmacy to arrange
• Follow up on DR’s appointments
• Follow up on all tests (blood, urnite) and receive results.
• Do adjustments to medicine and care plans on our internal system.
• Incident reporting
• Report IOD to HR and NSM
• Summary report / non-charting auditing 

Medication 

• Manage medication administration to the residents as per allocation
• Monitoring of scheduled drugs 
• Weekly drug checks 
• Ensure all blister packaged medication is available on the trolley, checked and signed by 2 Registered Nurses.  
• Manage any adverse effects by contacting Dr immediately for intervention and further treatment orders.

MDT and Interaction with Professionals 

• Regular MDT meetings with the in-house healthcare support team
• Regular meetings with outside healthcare professionals and amend care plans and systems upon their recommendation of a specific resident  

Resident admissions and Discharges 

• Manage all admissions to the unit with the HCA and ensure all relevant requirements are in place and admission allocated to specific people  
• Manage all documentation for admission, progress and discharge 
• Assessment of patient upon admission
• Draw up person-centred care plan 
• Contact medical doctors and families
• Organise medication for patients and follow up on scripts at discharge 
• Manage discharge process with family and residents 

Clinical tasks
Responsible for all clinical functions as pre scope of Practice of a Registered Nurse, this includes but is not limited to:

• Wound care, pressure care, ostomy care
• Managing skin lesions
• Catheter care including flushing intervention
• Weighing patients on admission and according to care plan 
• Do regular resident rounds to monitor that every resident is receiving the care required and that quality care for all tasks is maintained
• Assess patients on specific areas of concern and adjust the care plan as needed
• Ensure that Doctor’s prescriptions and physio recommendations are carried out and included in the nursing care plan
• Consult with the NSM regarding any clinical concerns or quality of care issues 

Risk management 

• Educate and manage staff on health and safety-related issues
• Maintain effective infection control practices 
• Manage the prevention and reporting of incidents 
• Liaise with Housekeeper Supervisor on any housekeeping and laundry concerns 

Emergency and deaths 

• Follow policy in the case of panic button alerts
• Act according to the patient’s living will in case of emergency or resuscitation 
• Phone emergency services immediately for village emergencies 
• Phone Doctor of resident in case of emergency
• Phone family in the case of death to inform them in a calm and dignified manner
• In the case of a death, phone the undertaker
• Liaise with the family regarding the resident’s belongings and any other arrangements, including a memorial at the HCC (if applicable) 

Stock management 

• Manage the overnight stock cupboard, ensure all used stock is charged to the resident account
• Overnight cupboard - assist the HCA to count stock daily on the stock sheet 
• Daily check of the emergency trolley, ensure it is securely locked and only to be used during a life-threatening situation

Catering

• Check trays and diet list and approve
• Ensure that the Food Ambassador performs duties according to the job description
• Confirm meal sheets, cancellations and new admissions are correctly added 
• Handle all food-related complaints and refer to the Food Services Manager
• Control cancellations 

Requirements

• Qualifications - SANC registered as a Registered Nurse. Up to date BLS.
• Experience and Knowledge - Dementia care, frail care, relevant experience of taking charge of a shift, sub-acute, palliative care, rehab, strokes, orthopaedic, care for patients with IV therapy.
• Skills - Strong interpersonal skills, professional communication, ability to work under pressure, managerial skills, making sound decisions, proactive, organisational skills, computer literate, professional, focused, fluent in English.
• Attributes - Well-spoken, neat, compassionate, well-presented, able to converse with people on different levels - staff, families, MDT, and other professionals coming into the facility.  Assists the Nursing Manager in meeting regulations as well as company policies and procedures.

Closing Date 16 June 2023

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Duties include but is not limited to the following:

• The Carer is responsible according to the approved care plan by directly providing practical, physical, social and emotional care for residents at the healthcare centre. Carers contribute to the creation of a therapeutic and relaxing environment within the healthcare facility.

Administration & Reporting

• Chart and timestamp all activities on ECP as per procedure
• Report to Duty Sister any changes or causes of concern in a resident’s condition

Patient Care (according to care plan)

• Attend to all activities as per the ECP care plan per resident and chart activity accordingly, including but not limited to personal hygiene, incontinence, dress, feeding and companionship
• Maintain safe and therapeutic environment for all residents in terms of care plan and their personal diagnosis

Company Policies & Procedures

• Maintain awareness, understanding and adherence to company rules, policies and procedures
• Treat all residents with respect and dignity

Infection Control

• Comply to all company policies and procedures regarding infection control
• Maintain good personal hygiene as per the relevant policies and procedures

Health & Safety

• Comply with company health and safety standards in terms of activities of work
• Be aware of duty of care and measures to protect vulnerable residents
• Report any health and safety contraventions to the Duty Sister

Activities & Exercise

• Assist OT with the daily OT sessions
• Assist the Carer Team Leader with Carer run activities

Requirements
Education and Qualifications:

• Acknowledged Carer training from reputable organisation advantageous 
• SETA accreditation will be an advantage

Experience

• Proven experience as a Carer or experience in a similar environment 

Skills and Knowledge:

• Skilled in basic computer knowledge
• Knowledge of caring principles in caring for the aged, this includes:
• Core carer competency skills
• Dementia care
• Palliative care
• Rehabilitative care
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Work well with the elderly and have compassion for caring for them
• Work well within a team and independently 
• Able to work under pressure
• Be accepting of change within the role of caring, as the need arises
• Maintain positive relationships with all (resident, families, colleagues)
• Have the ability to make good decisions, think objectively, make decisions and prevent medico-legal risks

Specific requirements

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing work

Closing Date 16 June 2023

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Requirements: 

Meal Preparation and Presentation

• Control cooking of all food from preparation to presentation
• Following meal specifications
• Assist with menu and recipe development
• Ensure the production of excellent food that is of the highest standard
• Relieve Sous Chefs and Senior Sous Chefs at own facility or other facilities

 Staff management and training 

• Assist Senior Sous Chef with management of all their subordinate staff
• Ensure staff follows procedures correctly
• Ensure that all staff are trained on the required policies and procedures
• Assist with staff training in other facilities when needed

 Health and safety

• High standards of food hygiene

  Coffee Shop

• Produce quality café meals
• Baking of café goods

Qualifications:

• Chef's diploma / qualification from a registered tertiary education provider

Requirements and Experience: 

• Previous experience preparing Halaal food 
• Experience in food quality management and standardisation
• Quality orientated
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• Ability to travel and relieve when needed

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to follow sanitization procedures
• Excellent communication skills
• Focus on excellence and high-quality standards
• Excellent food quality 
• Strong knowledge of food handling procedures
• Knowledge of various cooking and baking techniques and methods
• Knowledge of excellent customer service principles
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in a kitchen 

Specific Requirements:

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references 
• Valid driver’s licence 
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing job

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• The successful incumbent will ensure guests and residents are served in a professional, efficient and courteous manner. 

Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Changing table linen as required and ensuring dirty or damaged linen is counted and exchanged for clean, usable items.
• Cleaning and refilling cruet and condiment sets.
• Setting tables to laid-down standards, ensuring that all items used are clean, undamaged and in a good state of repair.
• To be completely familiar with the composition of all menu items.
• Serving food and beverages in accordance with laid-down standards, in a professional, courteous manner.
• At all times to be aware of and practice good customer relations, assisting the residents in any way which does not adversely affect other customers.
• Attending customer complaints satisfactorily.
• To be continually aware of, and maintain, the highest standards of personal hygiene and dress.
• Restock and replenish bar inventory and supplies.
• Ensure that billing of orders are done correctly.
• Assist, when needed, for private events that require a waiter to be available.

Experience and knowledge:

• Proven experience as Waiter 
• Bartending experience advantageous 
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of serving etiquette and basic wine knowledge

Skills and Attributes:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong memory and anticipation 
• Personal Hygiene 
• Sense of urgency 
• Well groomed 
• Team player and positive attitude
• Focus on excellence and high-quality standards 

Specific Requirements:

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references 
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing job

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• The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for overseeing administrative functions of the kitchen, food wastage system, complete food ordering system, and stock management.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

Stock and Kitchen Management:

• Ensure that all related Standards Operational Procedures are implemented and managed in the kitchen 
• Responsible to ensure that all stock management (food and crockery) is performed correctly and as per procedure 
• Stock is ordered via procurement as per procedure
• Stock issuing to Chefs of the required stock quantities for the days meals based on resident bookings
• Stock take to par level, counting of stock items on a daily/weekly basis to ensure that stock levels are correct
• Waste management system is implemented and managed
• Ensure accurate stock takes 
• Investigate, manage and correct any discrepancies in stock levels
• Kitchen equipment as per procedure 
• Ensure stock is stored correctly and health and safety guidelines are followed
• Monitor temperature control on fridges and freezers
• Ensure that kitchen manager report is completed 

Staff Management

• Conduct probation evaluations and performance evaluations of scullers 
• Ensure staff training and development plans are managed, implemented, and administered.
• Monitor and ensure staffing levels are correct 

Health and Safety

• Implementing and managing HACCP controls
• Attending monthly Health and Safety meetings
• Keeping kitchen on standard as per specifications of the Department of Health
• Ensuring that the kitchen is of correct hygiene standards
• Consult with employees regarding risk management concerns
• Report incidents immediately, record and investigate all incidents within their work area
• Immediately investigate all hazards reported and implement measures to control or eliminate such hazards

Policies and Procedures: 

• Ensure where necessary, training of policies and procedures takes place and ensure staff are competent 
• Deviations from procedure must be managed and reported on 
• Ensure that standard operating procedures are implemented 
• Make suggestions for procedural improvements and ensure that it follows the correct approval process before implementing

Equipment Management

• Fixed assets movement and disposal - Authorisation needed by Management on movement or disposal of assets.
• Manage and maintain asset stock, ensure that assets are controlled and not abused
• Report any discrepancies to management
• Ensure accurate stock counts on assets on a daily, weekly and monthly basis and submit on time
• Ensure that equipment is always clean

 Qualification: 

• Matric
• Relevant tertiary qualification advantageous

Experience and Knowledge:

• Previous staff management experience
• Previous experience in stock management
• Knowledge & experience of kitchen operations is advantageous
• Health & Safety knowledge and experience

Skills and Attributes:

• Logical, critical thinking and problem solving abilities
• Report writing and admin skills 
• Professional communication skills 
• Proactive
• Computer proficiency
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure
• Excellent organisational and time management skill

Specific Requirements

• Solid and positive references
• Clear health record
• Clear credit record
• No criminal record
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing job

Closing Date 09 June 2023

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Duties will include but are not limited to the following:

Supervisory:

• Scheduling of work tasks
• Attend monthly meetings to advise and take note of any areas of concern
• Supervise staff and support employees to achieve productivity targets
• Review work methods and systems for improved productivity and quality 
• Regularly check the quality of work being done by the Groundsmen
• Ensure that stock is ordered and received as required (materials, chemicals and plants as needed
• Provide training to staff, e.g. transplanting or pruning trees or shrubs, using equipment, caring for turf, etc
• Support and assist employees to achieve productivity targets
• Identify diseases or pests affecting landscaping and order appropriate treatments
• Inventory supplies of tools, equipment, or materials to ensure that sufficient supplies are available and items are in usable condition
• Enforce operating procedures and work standards that will ensure adequate performance and personnel safety
• Highlight areas of concern to the Horticulturist or Village Manager
• Address complaints and resolve problems with assistance from the Horticulturist

Tools & Machinery:

• Inspecting tools before and after use (lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, brush-cutters)
• Ensure all tools are cleaned at the end of each days use
• Ensure that blades of all cutting equipment are oiled and sharpened 

Qualifications

• Matric advantageous
• Relevant qualification advantageous, i.e. National Diploma: Landscape Technology

Experience and knowledge

• 3 year’s relevant experience in a similar role
• Proven experience in supervising staff
• Knowledge of horticultural practices
• Knowledge of chemical (disease) types and dilutions
• Knowledge of horticultural machinery and tools
• Knowledge of irrigation systems
• Knowledge of plants and gardening techniques
• Ability to perform grounds maintenance tasks
• Ability to draw up and implement work schedules and adjust as needed 
• Ability to research and implement best practices

 Skills and Attributes:

• Good communication skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Responsible
• Flexible
• Ability to cope under pressure with changing priorities
• A self starter
• Team player

Specific Requirements:

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references 
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing job

Closing Date 16 June 2023