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A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Note:
Professional Nurse: Grade 1 to 2 (Specialty: Mental Health)
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: WCD27/2023
Bergriver PHC, West Coast District

Only officials within the Provincial Government: Western Cape will be considered for this post Candidates who are not in possession of the required qualification will be appointed into the general stream, and they will be required to obtain the necessary qualification within a predetermined period of time. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in the post basic qualification in: Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science with the South African Nursing Council.

Minimum educational qualification:
Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post–basic nursing qualification, with duration of at least one year, accredited with the SANC in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science.

Registration with a professional council:
Current registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good interpersonal, communication skills. Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team. Knowledge of Community Oriented Primary care.

Experience:
Grade1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. NB! At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in the Mental Health speciality after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in Mental Health.

Enquiries:
Ms E Engel, tel. no. (022) 913-3062

Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Provide clinical services for severe chronic mental illness within a professional/legal framework. Provide clinical advice and support to CNP’s, MO’s in managing non-severe Chronic Mental Illness/Diseases (CMD’s). Effective management of human resources and assist with supervisory functions. Participate in training, research, mortality and morbidity meetings and clinical governance meetings. Management and completion of all administrative tasks related to clinical work. Implementation of prevention programmes for substance abuse in the sub-district.

Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) drivers licence and willingness to travel. Ability to effectively communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.




Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 431 265 (PN-B1) -R 497 193 per annum, Grade 2: R 528 696 (PN-B2)- R 645 720 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date:
6/2/2023 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be: available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 6/23/2023 12:00:00 AM

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