Wellness Officer - KZN & EC

Architectural Services; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Integrated Risk and Security Solutions Provider is seeking a Wellness Officer to enhance employee well-being through counselling and support. The role involves facilitating workshops, promoting wellness awareness, and providing emotional support. Candidates should have a degree in social work and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers growth opportunities within the organization.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in mental health or wellness setting.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a social worker.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and emotional support to employees.
• Facilitate workshops to address health challenges and build resilience.
• Promote wellness awareness through internal communication.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

REGIONAL FIDELITY CARES AND WELLNESS CHAMPION

Vacancy: Wellness Officer

Reporting to: Corporate Wellness Manager

Location: KwaZulu Natal & Eastern Cape

Main Job Purpose

The Wellness Officer Social Worker will be responsible for supporting the mental and emotional well-being of individuals within the organization. They will provide counselling, emotional support, and resources to help employees manage stress, improve coping skills, and enhance overall wellness.

Minimum Requirements

• A degree in social work or a related field.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a social worker in the state of employment.
• Previous experience providing counselling and support services in a mental health or wellness setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Familiarity with mental health resources and support services in the community.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions with employees.
• Commitment to promoting mental health and wellness in the workplace.

Job Objectives

• Facilitate provision of critical financial and non-financial support to employees facing injuries, emergencies, and hardships.
• Educate or facilitate quarterly workshops to address health challenges, reduce stress, address anxiety, depression, and build resilience and coping mechanisms.
• Promote wellness awareness through internal communication channels.
• Provide or facilitate counselling services for employees and their immediate families.
• Promote EAP awareness through internal communication channels.
• Conduct Mental Health First Aid Training and facilitate training of employees as Mental Health First Aid Trainers.
• Provide emotional and practical support to employees affected by the death of a co-worker.
• Collaborate with HR and COIDA department managers to identify affected employees and create communication mechanisms.
• Schedule bereavement support sessions within one week of incident.
• Report back to the National Wellness Manager within 24 hours.
• Create peer support groups within teams.
• Facilitate quarterly health screening and ongoing wellness workshops.
• Promote physical wellness and financial literacy through internal communication and workshops.
• Coordinate pre-retirement planning sessions with financial advisors.
• Maintain records of all sessions and report monthly.
• Facilitate team-building and skills development activities.
• Organize Wellness Days to educate employees about wellness.

Other Personality Attributes

• Energetic self-starter with a hands-on approach.
• Commercially and financially focused with an entrepreneurial streak.
• Cohesive and systemic thinker with attention to detail.
• Strong leadership qualities and creative problem-solving skills.
• Confident in verbal and written communication, with the ability to influence others.
• Effective business partnering skills with cross-functional departments.
• Resilient team player.

This role offers growth opportunities within Southern Africa’s leading Integrated Risk and Security Solutions Provider, with development programs and exposure to various business areas.

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. Preference is given to existing employees and merit-based selection. We encourage and support Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Disabled Candidates. If not contacted within 10 working days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.