Recruitment Room Team
Disability Manager
Job Description
FEM is looking to appoint a Disability Manager to assist the Rehabilitation department in the execution of the Rehabilitation program strategy. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating safe discharge planning, return to work planning and community re-integration of injured employees. This includes the provision of appropriate assistive devices. The successful applicant will be responsible for the planning, and implementation of a comprehensive, coordinated, integrated and cost-effective disability management program for COID beneficiaries on an inpatient and outpatient level.
Furthermore, the incumbent will also interpret and apply all benefits as prescribed by the COID Act and ensure that execution complies with the statutory requirements and all other relevant legislation. The successful incumbent must have good analytical skills; must think strategically; can establish and execute plans and must be excellent at building relationships and influencing people.
The minimum requirements is an Occupational Therapy Degree and registration with the HPCSA. Further requirements are a minimum of 5 years post community service experience, of which at least 3 years in adult physical rehabilitation, ideally in a multi-disciplinary environment.
A good understanding of the budget process, own transport with a valid driver’s license are further essential requirements for the position. The candidate must be prepared to travel. Working knowledge of the COID Act, the ability to speak more than one language as well as good report writing skills are requirements of the position. Excellent customer focus, the ability to work in a highly pressurized environment, quality orientation, reliability and excellent communication complete our requirements.
The role will be in Rosebank. In exchange for the candidate’s successful services, FEM offers a competitive total cost to company remuneration with good benefits.
Candidates are invited to submit a detailed CV by close of business on 28 February 2025.
Applications may not be considered if the minimum criteria of the position are not met. People with disabilities are welcome to apply. FEM promotes the principles of Employment Equity, and the appointment of this candidate is at FEM’s sole discretion.
