Specialist: Employee Wellness Programme (EAP)

About the role

The City of Johannesburg Metro is recruiting a permanent Specialist: Employee Wellness Programme within the Group Corporate and Shared Services Department, under the Group Human Capital Management Branch. The role is based at 100 Carr Street, Nedbank Building, Newtown, and pays a basic monthly salary of R52,144.69, excluding benefits. Its main purpose is to manage and deliver Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) services to employees and Councilors through preventative, educational, remedial and psychosocial interventions that promote well-being, address psychosocial risks and help employees return to optimal performance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop short- and long-term strategies and outline tasks and schedules for EAP programmes
• Maintain confidential records needed for administrative and reporting requirements
• Maximise return on human capital investment through value-adding interventions
• Facilitate and guide the smooth operation of the programme
• Plan and guide project processes from initiation to completion
• Manage risks and identify the needs of employees
• Implement communication strategies to raise awareness of the services
• Implement psychosocial interventions for employees, their immediate families and Councilors

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (NQF level 7)
• Certificate in EAP and registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
• At least 8 years of relevant experience, including 3 years at a supervisory level
• Valid driver's licence
• Ability to work under stress, with good time management, confidentiality, teamwork and attention to detail
• Willingness to travel extensively and work extended hours

Required skills

• Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Good verbal and written communication, coordination, presentation and facilitation skills

To apply, complete the online application form and attach certified qualifications, ID and CV, and provide a brief description of relevant work experience. Applications not responded to within 6 weeks of the closing date are considered unsuccessful.