Higher Health is recruiting for the position of Campus Care Worker TVET/CET Colleges (x60 Posts)

Higher Health is seeking applications for the position of Campus Care Worker TVET/CET College (x60 Posts).

Location: South Africa

Closing Date: 26 April 2024

The Campus Care Worker (CCW) plays a crucial role in supporting students at TVET and CET colleges. You’ll help students navigate challenges and improve their overall well-being and academic success.

About the Role:

• Implement HIGHER HEALTH programs specifically designed for TVET and CET campuses.

Locations: Numerous campuses across various provinces in South Africa (details provided below).

Locations:

TVETs:

• Eastern Cape: Nelson Mandela Bay, Chris Hani, Alfred Nzo, Amatole, OR Tambo (7 campuses)
• Free State: Fezile Dabi, Lejweleputswa, Thabo Mofutsanyana, Mangaung (4 campuses)
• Limpopo: Waterberg, Mopani, Sekhukhune, Vhembe, Capricorn (6 campuses)
• Mpumalanga: Ehlanzeni, Gert, Sibande, Nkangala (3 campuses)
• Northern Cape: Frances Baard, John Taolo Gaetsewe (2 campuses)
• Northwest: Bojanala, Ngaka Modiri Molema, Dr. Kenneth Kaunda (3 campuses)
• Western Cape: Cape Metro, Khayelish/Mitchells Plain, Tygerberg/Northern Swartland (4 campuses)
• Gauteng: COJ, Ekurhuleni, Tshwane, West Rand, Sedibeng (6 campuses)
• Kwa-Zulu Natal: eThekwini, Ugu/Harry Gwala, Amajuba, Thukela, King Cetshwayo/iLembe/Mkhanyakude (7 campuses)

Community Education and Training (CET):

• Eastern Cape: OR Tambo, NMB (2 campuses)
• Free State: Lejweleputswa, Thabo Mofutsanyana (2 campuses)
• Limpopo: Vhembe, Capricorn (2 campuses)
• Mpumalanga: Ehlanzeni, Nkangala (2 campuses)
• Northern Cape: John Taolo Gaetsewe, Frances Baard (2 campuses)
• Northwest: Bojanala, Ngaka Modiri Molema (2 campuses)
• Western Cape: Cape Winelands, Garden Route (2 campuses)
• Gauteng: Ekurhuleni, Tshwane (2 campuses)
• Kwa-Zulu Natal: eThekwini, King Cetshwayo/iLembe/Khanyakude (2 campuses).

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit and supervise peer mentors and educators.
• Provide social support services and connect students with additional psychosocial support.
• Coordinate and mentor learners in civic and wellness skills programs.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and collaborate with other sectors.
• Collect and report data.
• Advocate for student well-being through communication and lobbying efforts.
• Handle administrative tasks.

Locations (TVET):

• Eastern Cape (multiple campuses)
• Free State (multiple campuses)
• Limpopo (multiple campuses)
• Mpumalanga (multiple campuses)
• Northern Cape (multiple campuses)
• North West (multiple campuses)
• Western Cape (multiple campuses)
• Gauteng (multiple campuses)
• KwaZulu-Natal (multiple campuses)

Locations (CET):

Campuses in Eastern Cape, Free State, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, North West, Western Cape, Gauteng, and KwaZulu-Natal (details provided in the original advertisement).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or social science (Master’s preferred).
• Registration with SACSSP or ASCHP.
• Driver’s license (advantageous).

Experience:

• Case management, report writing, and working with adolescents and young people.
• Data collection and reporting.
• Stakeholder management.
• Facilitation in capacity development and skills training.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
• Strong communication, coordination, and networking skills.

Qualities:

• Excellent administrative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective stakeholder management and ability to build networks.
• Strong multitasking, time management, and stress management skills.
• Proactive, innovative, and cross-culturally sensitive.
• Proficient in administration and filing.

Closing Date: April 26, 2024

Submit your application letter, CV, and relevant qualifications to Recruitment@higherhealth.ac.za. Include “Campus Care Worker (CCW): TVET OR CET” and your desired location in the subject line.

Unsuccessful Applications: You will be notified within 6 weeks of the closing date if your application is unsuccessful.