Residential Childcare Coordinator

Residential Childcare CoordinatorLocation: Pietermaritzburg NGODeadline: 15 May 2025Region: PietermaritzburgType of employment: Full timeJob DescriptionRoles and ResponsibilitiesSupervise House staff, ensuring contracts are signed and staff are aware of policies and procedures.Develop monthly weekend relief staff timetables and oversee staff leave plans.Manage overtime/relief sheets and report issues to the Regional Manager.Supervise patient admissions, ensuring adherence to policies and effective daily operations.Support children and caregivers, plan weekly menus, and oversee nutrition.Address maintenance issues, ensure safety and cleanliness, and manage transportation for children and parents.Assist with return-home arrangements and be available for emergencies.Hold regular meetings with parents and staff, manage donations, and organize activities and outings.Ensure the house and garden are presentable, manage grocery shopping, and report incidents.Finances and AdministrationMaintain financial records, manage transport funds, and update house occupant information.Compile occupancy and vehicle reports, coordinate visits, and manage assets.Qualifications and RequirementsMinimum Grade 12; a Social Auxiliary Worker or Child and Youth Care Worker qualification is advantageous.Diploma in Child Care or Degree in Social Work preferred.ExperienceAt least 2 years of caring for people affected by illness; supervisory experience is a plus.Additional TrainingProficiency in MS Office and CRM databases, good administrative skills, CPR/First Aid, valid driver's license.Skills and AttributesMaturity, stress tolerance, compassion, empathy, patience, discretion, assertiveness, proactive attitude, integrity, motivation, initiative, and responsibility.Experience working with children and families affected by life-threatening illnesses or trauma, and supervisory experience, are highly recommended.Language ProficiencyFluency in English and understanding of other African languages, especially isiZulu.How to ApplyIf qualified, send your CV and a one-page motivational letter to ******.
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