Duties will include the following, but not limited to:
Support and counselling to residents and/or family members
Assistance with adjustment to admission or change in health status
Assistance with care decision making in absence of family
Assistance with managing difficult family situations
Assisting with curatorship applications
Implementation of the Older Persons Act 13 of 2006
Present therapeutic group sessions to residents to improve quality of life and foster positive relationships.
Participating in monthly MDT meetings
Providing training to various members of staff based on need and request
Writing health educational/promotional material for newsletters to families and residents
Requirements:
Qualification:
Bachelor of Social Work
Experience & Knowledge:
Relevant experience in a similar role
Training and experience in counselling
Experience in investigative social work
Training in bereavement, palliative care and dementia care will be beneficial
Experience working with the Mental Healthcare Act will be beneficial
Knowledge pertaining to external private and government frail cares and home care services will be beneficial
Knowledge of the Older Person Act
Previous experience with curatorship applications would be beneficial
Skills & Attributes:
Computer literate
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Able to perform under pressure
Deadline driven
Demonstrate respect for the individuality of the patients and families
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships
Demonstrates analytical and critical thinking abilities with proactive decision-making and negotiation skills
Specific Requirements:
Registered with SACSSP
Drivers licence and own transport
Clear credit and criminal checks
Contactable references or a written reference
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