Welfare Officer II (Ministry of Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation)

The position is responsible for the coordination, implementation of the care management approaches for the residents at the Home.

Key Responsibilities

The appointee is responsible for:

1. Develop an annual work plan to map out the key areas of implementation within a financial year, with targets and budget in consultation with the Care Services Manager.

2. Development and monitoring of Care Plans for all residents at the Home in liaison with Care Services Manager Resident nurses and Ward Attendants and the resident..

3. Establish an inter-agency committee to monitor and evaluate the care management aspect for the home (focus on the promotion better quality of life, maintain independence to the extent possible, improve communication among those involved in client’s care, ensure client’s needs are met and client’s goals are achieved, provide education to client and family members).

4. Manage Care Plans and preparation of residents identified for integration back into families and communities.

5. Develop a database and manual filing to capture and update progressive care planning and implementation on each resident.

6. Assist in the daily validation of tasks according to National Minimum Standards particularly chapter 2 and 4.

7. Provide Weekly Reports to the Care Services Manager and Field Divisional Office.

8. Actively contribute to all corporate requirements of the Ministry, including planning, budgeting and selection activities when required

Knowledge & Experience

1. At least 2 years’ experience in welfare officer II positions or similar position aged care environment or equivalent.
2. Knowledge and experience in care planning, monitoring and evaluation.
3. Practical knowledge and experience in coordination with stakeholders.
4. Understanding of national minimum standards and regulations related to elderly care, with the ability to validate and monitor compliance through routine assessments and documentation.
5. Proficiency in developing and maintaining databases and manual filing systems to ensure accurate, up-to-date records of residents' care plans, progress, and assessments.

Skills & Abilities

1. Excellent communication, observation and listening skills.
2. Ability to assess an individual's care and support needs.
3. Ability to monitor and maintain national standards.
4. Demonstrated IT and report writing skills.
5. Ability to analyze data and generate reports for management.

Additional Information

Applicants for employment must be Fijian Citizens, under Age 60, in sound health, with a clear police record. The successful applicant will be required to provide a medical certificate and police clearance as a condition of employment.

The Ministry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged from all eligible, qualified applicants. All applicants must address the specific knowledge, experience, skills and abilities required for the job, as this criteria will be considered in assessing the relative suitability of applicants.

Contact Information

For more details, please contact HR Unit on 3315585, (Ext.391160) or email to mwcpa.hrunit@govnet.gov.fj or mwcpahrunit@gmail.com