Wellness Officer - Gauteng

Architectural Services; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in integrated risk and security solutions is seeking a Wellness Officer to support employee mental health and wellness. This role involves providing counseling, facilitating workshops, and promoting wellness initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a degree in social work and experience in a mental health setting. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Facilitate financial and non-financial support for employees.
• Educate employees on health challenges and coping mechanisms.
• Provide counselling services for employees and families.

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: Gauteng

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.
• Willing to Travel.

Job Objectives

• Facilitate provision of critical financial and non-financial support to Fidelity Services Group 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 (email, posters, FESS, EVP Team Sessions).
• Provide or facilitate counselling services for employees and their immediate families.
• Promote EAP awareness through internal communication (email, posters, FESS, EVP Team Sessions).
• Mental Health First Aid Training.
• Facilitate, schedule or train employees as Mental Health First Aid Trainers to identify and support employees in distress.
• 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 regional WhatsApp groups for quick communication.
• Schedule bereavement support sessions and counselling sessions facilitated by grief counsellors within one week of incident.
• Report back to the National Wellness Manager within 24 hours.
• Create peer support groups within teams to foster a culture of empathy and shared healing.
• Facilitate quarterly on-site health screenings focusing on blood pressure, glucose levels, BMI, etc.
• Facilitate ongoing workshops and awareness sessions on physical wellness.
• Promote physical wellness through internal communication.
• Facilitate financial literacy workshops on budgeting, savings, and managing debt.
• Promote financial literacy through internal communication.
• Pre-Retirement Planning: Schedule and coordinate one-on-one sessions for employees due for retirement between 50 and 60 years of age facilitated by financial advisors, and report monthly to the National Wellness Manager.
• Facilitate team-building activities and skills development programs.
• Facilitate Wellness Days to educate employees about wellness.

Other Personality Attributes

• Energetic self-starter.
• Hands-on approach.
• Commercially and financially focused.
• Entrepreneurial streak.
• Cohesive and systemic thinker.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demanding and strong manager with high standards and proven leadership qualities.
• Creative problem solver.
• Confident communicator, strong in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to influence (up and down).
• Ability to effectively partner with cross-functional departments and stakeholders.
• Team player and resilient character.

This role offers an ideal growth opportunity within Southern Africa’s largest and fastest-growing Integrated Risk and Security Solutions Provider. Successful candidates will be eligible for development programs and exposure to various business areas.

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