Senior Wellbeing Practitioner - Department of Human Resources

UP Professional and Support

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
SENIOR WELLBEING PRACTITIONER
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 7

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be required to provide effective health and wellness services through the Employee Wellbeing Programme (EWP) Unit aimed at the various wellness domains. This will include the rendering of psychosocial counselling services in order to enhance the general health and well-being of employees while maintaining service quality and client satisfaction.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Honours degree in Psychology or Social work
• A minimum of eight years clinical psychosocial experience of which includes:
• A minimum of four years' clinical psychosocial counselling experience;
• Plus a minimum of four years' hands-on experience in the health, wellness, and EAP sector with experience and working knowledge of EAP in various aspects in the development and implementation of health and wellness programmes or projects, of which two years' working experience in a corporate or Higher Education/tertiary environment;
• Experience in project coordination, implementation and marketing;
• Experience in drafting of documents and statistical reports, an effective document management database, filing systems and diary management
• Registration with either the Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA) as a Counsellor or SA Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a Social Worker - category of practice of all psychosocial matters
• A valid driver's license.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• General knowledge in the areas of nutrition, physical activity, stress management and overall health and wellness in a corporate setting;
• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Ability to work in a time-limited, structured and solution-focused environment;
• Good interpersonal skills and human relationships with clients, service providers and co-workers to manage SLA's;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to use statistical information to identify trends and track progress;
• Ability to work independently and handle simultaneous assignments with accuracy and success;
• Ability to take initiative, being proactive and innovative;
• Attention to detail, applying logic and accuracy;
• Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and accountability;
• Appropriate language and communication skills within a diverse environment.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Master's degree in Counselling/Clinical Psychology or Social Work;
• One-year Project Management qualification;
• Relevant courses in the health and wellness field;
• Certificate or postgraduate training in Employee Assistance Programmes;
• Experience in successful implementation and maintenance of stress reduction and management programmes.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent's level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za , and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copy of registration as Counsellor with the HPCSA - all psychosocial categories or as Social worker with the SACSSP;
• Certified copies of required qualifications;
• Certified copy of driver's licence;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 28 August 2019

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms Connie Mokoma, Tel: (012) 420 2233 for application-related enquiries and Dr Rina Buys Tel: (012) 420 4193 for enquiries relating to job content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 15 September 2019, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.