Rehabilitation Counselor—Community Reintegration

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Team environment

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks a dedicated Rehabilitation Officer to support individuals on their recovery journey within the community. You will assess needs, design personalized plans, and work with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to promote independence.

The role requires a degree in a relevant field and experience in rehabilitation services, with strong counseling, planning, and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in a health or social care field.
• Experience in rehabilitation services or case management.
• Strong knowledge of rehabilitation principles and community resources.
• Excellent assessment, planning and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and counseling skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify rehabilitation needs and goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized rehabilitation programs.
• Provide counseling and support to clients and families.
• Coordinate services with healthcare professionals and support staff.
• Help clients access resources for recovery and reintegration.
• Document progress and outcomes in confidential records.

Skills

Counseling

Assessment

Care planning

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Placements24 in Upington seeks a dedicated Rehabilitation Officer to support individuals on their recovery journey within the community. You will assess needs, design personalized plans, and work with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to promote independence.

The role requires a degree in a relevant field and experience in rehabilitation services, with strong counseling, planning, and collaboration skills.