Current Roles at Faircape Group

We are looking for a Kitchen Manager at our luxury retirement village within the Onrus Manor area. The Kitchen Manager will be responsible for overseeing administrative functions of the kitchen, food wastage system, complete food ordering system, and stock management.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

Stock and Kitchen Management:

• Ensure that all related Standards Operational Procedures are implemented and managed in the kitchen 
• Responsible to ensure that all stock management (food and crockery) is performed correctly and as per procedure 
• Stock is ordered via procurement as per procedure
• Stock issuing to Chefs of the required stock quantities for the days meals based on resident bookings
• Stock take to par level, counting of stock items on a daily/weekly basis to ensure that stock levels are correct
• Waste management system is implemented and managed
• Ensure accurate stock takes 
• Investigate, manage and correct any discrepancies in stock levels
• Kitchen equipment as per procedure 
• Ensure stock is stored correctly and health and safety guidelines are followed
• Monitor temperature control on fridges and freezers
• Ensure that kitchen manager report is completed 

Staff Management

• Conduct probation evaluations and performance evaluations of scullers 
• Ensure staff training and development plans are managed, implemented, and administered.
• Monitor and ensure staffing levels are correct 

Health and Safety

• Implementing and managing HACCP controls
• Attending monthly Health and Safety meetings
• Keeping kitchen on standard as per specifications of the Department of Health
• Ensuring that the kitchen is of correct hygiene standards
• Consult with employees regarding risk management concerns
• Report incidents immediately, record and investigate all incidents within their work area
• Immediately investigate all hazards reported and implement measures to control or eliminate such hazards

Policies and Procedures: 

• Ensure where necessary, training of policies and procedures takes place and ensure staff are competent 
• Deviations from procedure must be managed and reported on 
• Ensure that standard operating procedures are implemented 
• Make suggestions for procedural improvements and ensure that it follows the correct approval process before implementing

Equipment Management

• Fixed assets movement and disposal - Authorisation needed by Management on movement or disposal of assets.
• Manage and maintain asset stock, ensure that assets are controlled and not abused
• Report any discrepancies to management
• Ensure accurate stock counts on assets on a daily, weekly and monthly basis and submit on time
• Ensure that equipment is always clean

 Qualification: 

• Matric
• Relevant tertiary qualification advantageous

Experience and Knowledge:

• Previous staff management experience
• Previous experience in stock management
• Knowledge & experience of kitchen operations is advantageous
• Health & Safety knowledge and experience

Skills and Attributes:

• Logical, critical thinking and problem solving abilities
• Report writing and admin skills 
• Professional communication skills 
• Proactive
• Computer proficiency
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure
• Excellent organisational and time management skill

Specific Requirements

• Solid and positive references
• Clear health record
• Clear credit record
• No criminal record
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing job

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We are seeking the services of experienced, compassionate Senior Carers (Night shifts) to deliver and lead high quality care as part of the care team. The successful incumbents will administer care to patients inclusive of frail, mental health, sub-acute and assisted living at our facility Tokai Estate in the Southern Suburbs.

If you would like to work for a dynamic and reputable retirement group and have a passion for care then this is the job for you. To ensure high quality patient care, we also invest in continuous development of our staff, which includes both internal and external training.

Duties include but is not limited to the following:

The Senior Carer is responsible according to the approved care plan by directly providing practical, physical, social and emotional care for residents at the healthcare centre. Senior Carers contribute to the creation of a therapeutic and relaxing environment within the healthcare facility, ensuring the dignity of residents are maintained at all times. 

Administration & Reporting

• Chart and timestamp all activities on ECP as per procedure
• Report to Duty Sister any changes or causes of concern in a resident’s condition

Patient Care (according to care plan)

• Attend to all activities as per the ECP care plan per resident and chart activity accordingly, including but not limited to personal hygiene, incontinence, dress, feeding and companionship
• Maintain safe and therapeutic environment for all residents in terms of care plan and their personal diagnosis

Company Policies & Procedures

• Maintain awareness, understanding and adherence to company rules, policies and procedures
• Treat all residents with respect and dignity

Infection Control

• Comply to all company policies and procedures regarding infection control
• Maintain good personal hygiene as per the relevant policies and procedures

Health & Safety

• Comply with company health and safety standards in terms of activities of work
• Be aware of duty of care and measures to protect vulnerable residents
• Report any health and safety contraventions to the Duty Sister

Activities & Exercise

• Assist OT with the daily OT sessions
• Assist the Carer Team Leader with Carer run activities

Requirements
Education and Qualifications:

• Acknowledged Carer training from reputable organisation advantageous 
• SETA accreditation will be an advantage

Experience

• Proven experience as a Carer or experience in a similar environment 

Skills and Knowledge:

• Skilled in basic computer knowledge
• Knowledge of caring principles in caring for the aged, this includes:
• Core carer competency skills
• Dementia care
• Palliative care
• Rehabilitative care
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Work well with the elderly and have compassion for caring for them
• Work well within a team and independently 
• Able to work under pressure
• Be accepting of change within the role of caring, as the need arises
• Maintain positive relationships with all (resident, families, colleagues)
• Have the ability to make good decisions, think objectively, make decisions and prevent medico-legal risks

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Duties include but is not limited to the following:

The Carer is responsible according to the approved care plan by directly providing practical, physical, social and emotional care for residents at the healthcare centre. Carers contribute to the creation of a therapeutic and relaxing environment within the healthcare facility.
 

Patient Care (according to care plan)

• Attend to all activities as per the ECP care plan per resident and chart activity accordingly, including but not limited to personal hygiene, incontinence, dress, feeding and companionship
• Maintain safe and therapeutic environment for all residents in terms of care plan and their personal diagnosis

Company Policies & Procedures

• Maintain awareness, understanding and adherence to company rules, policies and procedures
• Treat all residents with respect and dignity

Infection Control

• Comply to all company policies and procedures regarding infection control
• Maintain good personal hygiene as per the relevant policies and procedures

Health & Safety

• Comply with company health and safety standards in terms of activities of work
• Be aware of duty of care and measures to protect vulnerable residents
• Report any health and safety contraventions to the Duty Sister

Camera Watch

• Watch patient cameras as per procedure and rotate with other carers on camera watch

Requirements

Education and Qualifications:

• Acknowledged Carer training from reputable organisation advantageous 
• SETA accreditation will be an advantage

Experience

• Proven experience as a Carer or experience in a similar environment 

Skills and Knowledge:

• Skilled in basic computer knowledge
• Knowledge of caring principles in caring for the aged, this includes:
• Core carer competency skills
• Dementia care
• Palliative care
• Rehabilitative care

Attributes:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Work well with the elderly and have compassion for caring for them
• Work well within a team and independently 
• Able to work under pressure
• Be accepting of change within the role of caring, as the need arises
• Maintain positive relationships with all (resident, families, colleagues)
• Have the ability to make good decisions, think objectively, make decisions and prevent medico-legal risks
• Accountable and responsible
• Compassionate
• Ability to follow healthcare procedures and understand the purpose of procedures
• Listening abilities 
• Carrying out instructions
• Excellent physical health and stamina

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Tokai Physiotherapy Inc is seeking a skilled and compassionate Physiotherapist specializing in Hydrotherapy for our sub-acute rehabilitation center.

Tokai Estate is a spectacular 60-bed fully accredited sub-acute facility providing high-quality care to patients of all ages.

If you are passionate about helping patients recover and improve mobility through the therapeutic benefits of water, then this is the position for you. 

Physiotherapist Responsibilities: 

• Provide efficient and effective Physiotherapy services at Tokai Estate to a variety of patients, post surgery or acute hospitalisation (eg. stroke, total hip replacement, spinal surgery, dementia). 
• Develop specialised skills in all aspects of rehabilitation and contribute to developing and maintaining an effective and evidence based service.
• Improve the medical and overall patient outcome during the physical rehabilitation period. 
• Facilitate a safe and medically stable discharge, with the appropriate level of care. 
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal treatment outcomes.

Hydrotherapist Responsibilities: 

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical conditions, medical histories, and functional abilities to develop personalised hydrotherapy treatment plans.
• Design and implement individualised hydrotherapy programs aimed at improving mobility, strength, balance, and coordination.
• Lead hydrotherapy sessions, providing hands-on guidance and support to patients during exercises and activities.
• Monitor patients' progress, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and document their outcomes accurately.
• Educate patients and their families about hydrotherapy techniques, benefits, and safety precautions.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards of the hydrotherapy pool and related equipment.

Qualification:

• Physiotherapist with a BSc Degree
• HPCSA registration
• Must have malpractice insurance

Requirements and Experience:

• Familiarity with sub-acute rehabilitation protocols and evidence-based treatment approaches.
• Willing to work within a multidisciplinary and nursing team environment
• Strong understanding of hydrotherapy principles, techniques, and best practices.

Skills and Attributes: 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Must be a team player
• Trustworthy
• Passionate 
• Well organised 
• Analytical thinker 
• Good time management skills 
• Ability to work in a faced paced environment

Specific Requirements: 

• Own transport
• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references 
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing job sources. 

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Occupational Therapist - Tokai OT  (Innate Potential- Sasha Prinsloo Occupational Therapy)

Faircape Health, a division of the Faircape Group, owns and manages six luxury lifestyle villages with state of the art and technologically advanced Healthcare Centres at each village.

We are seeking an experienced and energetic person to fulfil the role of Occupational Therapist at our Tokai Health care centre. We are a 72 bed subacute facility seeing adult patients with different orthopaedic, neurological,surgical and medical conditions.  

The incumbent will be responsible to provide comprehensive Occupational Therapy services to the patients at Tokai Health care centre as inpatients and outpatients. 

If you want to work for a dynamic and reputable company and have a passion for care then this is the job for you. 

Duties include but is not limited to the following:

• Direct intervention tasks: assessment, intervention planning, intervention implementation, group activity planning & facilitation, family meetings, family education & support..
• Record keeping and administrative duties.
• Attend and participate in weekly MDT meetings.
• Ensure quality Occupational Therapy services are provided.
• Meetings and communication.
• Carer training to promote Occupational Therapy services. 
• Team participation in healthcare centre operations: pre-admission, admission, discharge, staff team building, staff evaluation & orientation.

Qualifications 

• Degree in OT and registered as an independent practitioner with HPCSA.
• Malpractice insurance.
• CPD compliance with HPCSA.

Experience and Knowledge 

•  3+ years post community service experience working with the adult population in a physical rehabilitation setting. 
• Experience in working with neurological, orthopaedic and wheelchair seating conditions. 
• Special interests/training in Occupational Therapy in palliative care and Dementia care. . 

Skills and Attributes -

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Compassionate
• Strong communication skills
• Making sound decisions
• Patience
• Flexibility
• Genuine interest to work with the Elderly
• Creative
• Empathy
• Computer literate
• Professional
• Well-spoken and presentable
• Ethical practice

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The Healthcare Manager will be responsible for the daily operations of the facility, ensuring all administrative and customer service requirements are delivered efficiently and effectively. 

The Healthcare Manager will implement and oversee all clinical and nursing processes and liaise with the Multidisciplinary Team, medical professionals and families of residents. The Healthcare Manager also plays a pivotal role in the marketing of the facility to ensure full occupancy at all times.

If you would like to work in a collaborative healthcare setting with a supportive team dynamic, this is the job for you. 

Specific duties include but is not limited to the following:

Clinical Responsibilities: 

• Serve as a mentor and provide guidance to shift leaders (registered nurses).
• Incident reporting and investigation.
• Competence assessments and mentoring of staff.
• Complete spot checks and discuss with Shift Leaders
• Ensure staff adhere to scope of practice and best practice regulations
• Liaise with Management, Faircape Doctors, Occupational Therapist, Social worker and Dietician regarding any health/medical problems concerning residents when necessary. 
• Attend monthly MDT meetings to discuss implement action plans
• Inform the Management team of any situations concerning resident’s care that requires intervention or follow up
• Review care plans with the Shift Leader when necessary and if required refer any residents to the appropriate hospital or other facility. 

Administration and Reporting 

• Monitor nursing/care documentation to maintain high standard of documentation to avoid risk resulting from poor documentation
• Attend and supervise the nursing handover procedure daily as per the policy
• Prepare weekly reports and submissions to Management
• Monitor and approve all requisitions via the Healthcare Administrator to Claremont office
• Ensure that all policies and procedures are adhered to
• Ensure admission process is adhered to and that there is sufficient beds according to availability and diagnosis
• Oversee that all documentation for admission are in order
• Sign off of resident evaluation form/review and escalate any concerns immediately 
• Interview prospective residents and their families, obtain all relevant medical reports as per company procedure 
• Identify training needs and oversee the implementation of training programmes 

Resident and Family Interaction

• Customer service levels are continually monitored and managed 
• Ensure both quality and efficient delivery of services at the facility
• Have full knowledge and communicate types and levels of services offered within the facility (i.e. long term and/or subacute) to interested persons enquiring about the facility
• Interface with families regularly and where support, assistance or decision making input is required
• Resolve complaints
• Provide effective education, advice and counselling to the resident about the matters relating to the facility, maintenance and/or staff
• Build and manage relationships between the Health Professionals and the Company.
• Ensure the implementation of processes is conducive to customer satisfaction. 
• Identify improvement areas and implement initiatives to ensure continued levels of customer service.
• Ensure sound operational practices aligned with the operating model of the Organisation.

Risk Management and Emergencies

• Supervise implementation of infection control procedures during any outbreak or suspected infection occurring
• Make recommendations on quality improvement interventions and process changes.
• Record and action any incidents that occur in the healthcare and village and report to it as per company procedure
• Do Health and Safety checks on auditor according to procedure as well attend any meetings if required 
• Supervise fire drills and evacuation plans
• Be contactable by means of company cell phone and respond to emergencies
• Inform Legal Department at Claremont office of any possible conflicts and follow up
• Implement plans, prepare the facility and be present at all inspections (DOH and DSD)

Requirements

• Qualifications - NQF Level 7 and higher would be highly advantageous
• Clinical qualification would be an advantage
• Registered with HPCSA or SANC

 Experience and Knowledge 

• Proven management experience
• Experience in a similar leadership position
• Experience in a geriatrics environment advantageous
• Previous hospital experience advantageous 
• Knowledge of Dementia care, Frail care, palliative care, rehab, strokes advantageous 

Skills and Attributes: 

• Excellent multitasking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities 
• Dependability
• Proactive 
• Professional communication
• Managerial skills
• Making sound decisions
• Computer literate
• Excellent verbal and written communication  

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The services of an experienced, compassionate Registered Nurse - Day Shift are required. The successful incumbent will administer care to patients inclusive of frail care, mental health, assisted living, and subacute within our village in the Southern Suburbs of the Western Cape, Tokai Estate. 

If you wish to occupy this station in a dynamic, and collaborative environment with a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) of primary and allied healthcare professionals, then this is a remarkable career opportunity. To provide the highest level of care possible, we continuously invest in skills development with both internal and external training programs.

Should you wish to make a difference everyday, then this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Duties include but are not limited to:
Clinical handover

• Do morning handover according to ISBAR procedure with Shift leader on opposite shift and may delegate handover to duty Sr according to allocation
• Ensure all reporting is up to date for handover and all information is checked when receiving a handover

Administration and reporting

• Daily reporting to the NSM on any interventions during the shift
• Thorough reporting during shift change
• Follow up on new scripts and phone the pharmacy to arrange
• Follow up on DR’s appointments
• Follow up on all tests (blood, urnite) and receive results.
• Do adjustments to medicine and care plans on our internal system.
• Incident reporting
• Report IOD to HR and NSM
• Summary report / non-charting auditing 

Staff allocation and management 

• Allocate staff on shift according to patient needs and operational requirements
• Ensure full complement of staff on duty
• Performance appraisals with staff
• Promote sound relationships and motivation in team members
• Assist with topic specific training
• Ensure only fully orientated and approved agency staff is on duty 

Medication 

• Manage medication administration to the residents as per allocation
• Monitoring of scheduled drugs 
• Weekly drug checks 
• Ensure all blister packaged medication is available on the trolley, checked and signed by 2 Registered Nurses.  
• Manage any adverse effects by contacting Dr immediately for intervention and further treatment orders.

MDT and Interaction with Professionals 

• Regular MDT meetings with the in-house healthcare support team
• Regular meetings with outside healthcare professionals and amend care plans and systems upon their recommendation of a specific resident  

Resident admissions and Discharges 

• Manage all admissions to the unit with the HCA and ensure all relevant requirements are in place and admission allocated to specific people  
• Manage all documentation for admission, progress and discharge 
• Assessment of patient upon admission
• Draw up person-centered care plan 
• Contact medical doctors and families
• Organise medication for patients and follow up on scripts at discharge 
• Manage discharge process with family and residents 

Clinical tasks
Responsible for all clinical functions as pre scope of Practice of a Registered Nurse, this includes but is not limited to:

• Wound care, pressure care, ostomy care
• Managing skin lesions
• Catheter care including flushing intervention
• Weighing patients on admission and according to care plan 
• Do regular resident rounds to monitor that every resident is receiving the care required and that quality care for all tasks is maintained
• Assess patients on specific areas of concern and adjust the care plan as needed
• Ensure that Doctor’s prescriptions and physio recommendations are carried out and included in the nursing care plan
• Consult with the NSM regarding any clinical concerns or quality of care issues 

Risk management 

• Educate and manage staff on health and safety-related issues
• Maintain effective infection control practices 
• Manage the prevention and reporting of incidents 
• Liaise with Housekeeper Supervisor on any housekeeping and laundry concerns 

Emergency and deaths 

• Follow policy in the case of panic button alerts
• Act according to the patient’s living will in case of emergency or resuscitation 
• Phone emergency services immediately for village emergencies 
• Phone Doctor of resident in case of emergency
• Phone family in the case of death to inform them in a calm and dignified manner
• In the case of a death, phone the undertaker
• Liaise with the family regarding the resident’s belongings and any other arrangements, including a memorial at the HCC (if applicable) 

Stock management 

• Manage the overnight stock cupboard, ensure all used stock is charged to the resident account
• Overnight cupboard - assist the HCA to count stock daily on the stock sheet 
• Daily check of the emergency trolley, ensure it is securely locked and only to be used during a life-threatening situation

Catering

• Check trays and diet list and approve
• Ensure that the Food Ambassador performs duties according to the job description
• Confirm meal sheets, cancellations and new admissions are correctly added 
• Handle all food-related complaints and refer to the Food Services Manager
• Control cancellations 

Requirements

• Qualifications - SANC registered as a Registered Nurse. Up to date BLS.
• Experience and Knowledge - Dementia care, frail care, relevant experience of taking charge of a shift, sub-acute, palliative care, rehab, strokes, orthopedic, care for patients with IV therapy.
• Skills - Strong interpersonal skills, professional communication, ability to work under pressure, managerial skills, making sound decisions, proactive, organisational skills, computer literate, professional, focused, fluent in English.
• Attributes - Well-spoken, neat, compassionate, well-presented, able to converse with people on different levels - staff, families, MDT, and other professionals coming into the facility.  Assists the Nursing Manager in meeting regulations as well as company policies and procedures. 

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Locum Physiotherapist needed at Tokai Physiotherapy Inc. The successful incumbent will assist in the sub-acute facility in conjunction with the current Physiotherapists based there.

Tokai Estate is a spectacular 60 bed fully accredited sub-acute facility providing high quality care to patients of all ages.

Purpose: 

• Provide efficient and effective Physiotherapy services at Tokai Estate to a variety of patients, post surgery or acute hospitalisation (eg. stroke, total hip replacement, spinal surgery, dementia). 
• To develop specialised skills in all aspects of rehabilitation and contribute to developing and maintaining an effective and evidence based service.
  The treatment goal is to improve the medical and overall patient outcome during the physical rehabilitation period and to facilitate a safe and medically stable discharge, with the appropriate level of care. 
• This involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team (doctors, occupational therapist, speech therapist, social worker, dietician)

Qualification:

• Physiotherapist with a BSc degree
• HPCSA registration
• Must have malpractice insurance

Requirements and Experience:

• Experience working in an acute/sub-acute environment
• Willing to work within a multidisciplinary and nursing team environment

Skills and Attributes: 

• Must be a team player
• Trustworthy
• Passionate 
• Well organised 
• Ability to work in a faced paced environment
• Analytical thinker 
• Good time management skills 

Specific Requirements: 

• Own transport
• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references 
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing job sources. 

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Faircape Health, a division of the Faircape Group, owns and manages six luxury lifestyle villages with state of the art and technologically advanced Healthcare Centres at each village.

We are looking for an organised and professional Healthcare Administrator to join our team. 

The ideal candidate would be a strong administrator, a confident, self motivated individual who consistently strives for excellence. The successful candidate will be required to manage a high volume of workload, have the ability to manage their own time and work to deadlines. 

If you would like to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment where opportunities are endless, then this is the opportunity for you. 

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Attend to all general administrative tasks
• Answering telephone calls and emails and conveying all messages to the appropriate individuals
• Manage the healthcare diary and ensure all tasks are completed
• Manage the petty cash 
• Welcome and receive any deliveries
• Ensure that stock takes are accurate for daily, weekly and monthly counts 
• Perform a daily stock count, reconciliation and replenishment of overnight cupboards and emergency trolleys
• Manage the maintenance book and ensure that all maintenance logged is attended to
• Arrange and book relief staff for any illness, emergencies and annual leave
• Deal with agencies when required to arrange for staff shortages
• Ensure a standby roster is compiled and prepared 3 months in advance
• Manage the leave planner 
• Ensure all leave applications are completed according to the policy 
• Manage staff time and attendance on ERS 
• Communicate with HR regarding any personnel issues 
• Relief for the receptionist on a daily basis 
• Attend to any resident or family member compliments and complaints and ensure to refer them to the relevant manager 
• Managing the administration process for admission and discharges
• Manage and oversee the billing process 
• Ensure administrative duties relating to the efficient running of the duty station is completed accurately and timeously 
• Attend to Nurse Call Button where these have not been attended to by a member of the Healthcare staff or medical personnel
• Complete incident reports where necessary 
• Manage and oversee the health and safety of the facility and report any issues to the Health and Safety Officer. 
• Record weekly and monthly medical waste, ensuring that everything is recorded accordingly

Qualification:

• Grade 12 or equivalent 
• Relevant qualification highly advantageous 

Requirements and Experience:

• Proven experience in an administrative role
• Experience working in a hospital environment advantageous 

Skills and Attributes: 

• Must be a team player
• Strong administrative skills
• Deadline oriented
• Attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Trustworthy
• Well organised 
• Ability to work in a faced paced environment
• Analytical thinker 
• Good time management skills 

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Faircape Health provides the full continuum of care at six world-class healthcare facilities located on-site at six luxury, retirement villages.

The services of an experienced Assistant Carer Supervisor (Day shift) is required for our facility Noordhoek Manor, located just over Ou Kaapse Weg. (Preference will be given to candidates who reside within the surrounding areas close to the facility) The successful incumbent will ensure that the Carers on shift work according to the approved care plan by directly providing practical, physical, social and emotional care for residents at the healthcare center. 

If you would like to work for a dynamic and reputable retirement group and have a passion for care then this is the job for you. To ensure high quality patient care, we also invest in continuous development of our staff, which includes both internal and external training.

Duties include but is not limited to the following:

The Assistant Carer Supervisor will ensure that the residents receive the highest standard of care, assist the Carer Supervisor in supporting and guiding the carer team in their day-to-day performance of their jobs. You will also contribute to fostering positive relationships between staff and management and act in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Carer Supervisor or as operationally required.

QUALITY CONTROL

• Participate in the handover process to/from the opposite shift and communicating all observations regarding residents
• Assist the Carer Supervisor with staff allocation, providing input as required
• Completion of the Emergency list for Fire & Evacuation Safety in the absence of the Carer Supervisor and reporting all maintenance issues immediately
• Complete admission and discharge checklists
• Assists the carer team with day to duties and ensuring the team adheres to infection control measures
• Provide on the job training and demonstrating corrective measures 
• Ensuring at that end of each shift that all carer equipment is clean and neatly stored in designated areas

ADMINISTRATION AND REPORTING

• Ensure charting times correlate to when tasks are done and that all documentation is complete
• Ensure all concerns regarding patients are reported to the Shift Leader and documented in the ECP progress notes
   

PATIENT CARE (ACCORDING TO CARE PLAN)

• Ensure all activities as per care plan is done and charted 
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment is created for all residents and that the care plan is up to date with the needs of the resident
• Ensure appropriate activities are being carried out in different areas and that caregivers are actively involved

COMPANY POLICIES  AND PROCEDURES

• Ensuring compliance, understanding and adherence to company policies and procedures

 INFECTION CONTROL

• Ensure infection control policies and procedures are  followed and adhered to
• Ensure good personal hygiene maintained for all Carers
• Adherence to the Uniform policy

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Ensure all company policies and procedures are adhered to in terms of health and safety
• Ensure all contraventions reported to the Shift Leader before the end of shift

 ACTIVITIES AND  EXERCISE 

• Allocate carers to assist with OT daily sessions

SUPERVISION

• Responsible to act in the absence of the Carer Supervisor
• Take on full scope of duties allocated by the Carer Supervisor

REQUIREMENTS:

Education and qualifications:

• Acknowledged Carer Training from a reputable organization
• SETA accreditation will be an advantage
• Grade 10 - 12
• Minimum 2 years experience working as a carer
• Previous supervisory experience

Skills and Knowledge : 

• To assist in the day to day running of the team, under direction of the Carer Supervisor
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong, accurate computer and administration skills
• Knowledge of caring principles in caring for the aged, this includes:

• Core carer competency skills
• Dementia care
• Palliative care
• Rehabilitative care
• Manual Handling knowledge & skills
• Fall prevention knowledge & skills
• Computer literate

Attributes:

• Efficient, able to multi-task and willing to be a team player
• Work well with the elderly and have compassion for caring for them
• Be able to work within a team and independently
• Be accepting of change within the role of caring, as the need arises.
• Maintain positive relationships with all  (resident, families, colleagues)
• Have the ability to make good decisions, think objectively and prevent potential medico-legal risks
• His/her performance must display knowledge and understanding of the high standard of care expected at a Faircape facility regarding patient care, food, hygiene, infection control, risk prevention plus knowledge of care plans and documentation.
• To be able to assist in guiding, supervising and organizing the care team to perform at their best 
• Has a sound knowledge of company procedures and acts as a role model to fellow team members
• Be flexible, hard working, honest, reliable and able to work under pressure
• Handles all departmental matters with the utmost confidentiality

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Faircape Health, a division of the Faircape Group, owns and manages six luxury lifestyle villages with state of the art and technologically advanced Healthcare Centres at each village.

These busy facilities with a versatile range of patients inclusive of frail, mental health, sub-acute and assisted living, are situated in prime locations across the Western Cape: (Bridgewater and Heritage Manor -Somerset West, Cle du Cap – Kirstenhof, Noordhoek Manor- Noordhoek, Onrus Manor- Onrusriver and Tokai Estate - Tokai).

We are seeking an experienced Day ENA for one of our facilities within Noordhoek at our retirement village Noordhoek Manor to assist in healthcare.

To ensure high-quality patient care, we also invest in the continuous development of our staff, which includes both internal and external training.

If you would like to work in an exciting, dynamic healthcare centre and have a passion for care then apply now!

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

HANDOVER:

• Participate in handover by communicating observations of residents verbally and in the handover book
• Act on reports from the opposite shift in handover
• Regular observations and intervention of residents according to ECP care plan, including:
• Catheter care
• Pressure care
• Blood pressure
• Intake and output
• Pulse
• Temperature
• Oxygen saturation
• Hb
• Hgt. Urine testing
• Weighing of residents
• Administering of eye drops

CLINICAL:

• Do all wound dressings according to care plan and record and report wound progress
• Communicate to Shift Leader immediately any change in a patient’s condition
• Any other clinical tasks within scope of practice as requested by the Shift Leader

ECP:

• Log all actions as per the care plan on ECP
• Make suggestions to the Shift Leader regarding possible amendments to care plans
• Total intake and output charts and the end of each shift and record on ECP

ADMINISTRATION AND REPORTING:

• Manage and issue nappy stock
• Record all tasks on ECP
• Complete handover book
• Report all duties and any concerns to the Shift Leader

Requirements 

• Qualifications - Qualified and SANC registered as Nursing Auxiliary( ENA)
• Experience and Knowledge – Experience in Neuro, Stroke, Orthopaedics, and Geriatrics, as well as experience within Sub Acute environments advantageous
• Skills and Attributes - Strong interpersonal skills, professional communication, ability to work under pressure, make sound decisions, computer literate, professional, focused, well-spoken, neat, be able to converse with people on different levels - staff, families.

Specific Requirements:

• Clear health record
• Clear criminal record
• Clear credit record
• Contactable references
• Vaccinated against covid-19 or prepared to be vaccinated prior to commencing work

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The Faircape Group constitutes a group of companies with interests in a number of activities including Healthcare, Retirement Holdings, Telecommunications, and an ISP, Utility Management and infrastructure installation, Property Management, and related activities.

Faircape Group is currently recruiting for a Buyer Assistant to join our capable team of professionals. The Buyer will be tasked with performing all administration functions within the procurement department as well as negotiating the best prices for material, labour and subcontractors at our construction sites across our Claremont office, our 6 luxury retirement and healthcare facilities in the Western Cape. 

 The buyer will work with staff across departments to forecast the needs of the business and make purchase decisions based on demand.

 The Buyer should be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to budget. Knowledge of sales and marketing principles is advantageous.

 Requirements: 

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Build relationships with suppliers 
• Assist the Senior Buyer to scrutinise costs
• Evaluating and pricing of variations
• Processing construction orders as per the order sheet received from Quantity Surveyor 
• Processing requests and orders for healthcare facilities and repairs
• Processing requests and orders for Internal teams dealing with Solar installations, Generators, Water Utility, CCTV Surveillance and ISP service
• Preparation of orders, and emailing to suppliers
• Making sure products/items are delivered on time and meet the required standards
• Ensure all Orders are processed as per the requisitions received
• Ensure the Purchasing system is kept up to date and accurate according to Supplier details and pricing
• Communicate any supply problems to the Senior Buyer
• Provide analysis of costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities
• Assist Senior Buyer, with contacting suppliers to resolve price issues, quality, delivery or invoice issues
• Submit payment requests to the finance team
• Following up quote requests and approvals
• Tracking and managing stock and issuing 
• Processing staff uniform orders, tracking and following up on timeous deliveries
• Weekly stock checks of items stored at Claremont office 

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree would be an advantage

 Experience:

• Proven work experience in a similar role
• Experience within procurement in the construction industry highly beneficial

 Skills and Attributes:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Sound knowledge of construction
• Excellent negotiation and intrapersonal skills
• Ability to organise, plan and strategize 
• Great networking abilities 
• Computer literate 
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong numerical ability
• Must be accurate
• Ability to work under pressure