TRANSITIONAL HOUSE MOTHER – POSITION BASED IN CAPE TOWN
Ilitha Labantu is a social service and educational organization with a specific focus on addressing violence against women and children and supporting those affected by it. This is accomplished through individual and family counseling, workshops, skills training and empowerment, and acting as a trusted advisor in government and community processes. The client base is particularly focused amongst women living in townships and rural areas of South Africa.
Ilitha Labantu seeks to appoint a Shelter House Mother to be based at the Ilitha Labantu Transitional House in Cape Town, this position is a full-time one-year contractual post that will be renewed based on performance.
Roles & Responsibilities:
General supervision of house residents
General upkeep of the house and stock control
Assistance with meal preparations
Submit monthly reports
Attend internal and external meetings as needed
Network with other domestic violence programs and shelters
Perform other Shelter tasks as needed, including those that arise unexpectedly.
Person Specification:
Education:
Language:
Skills
Have experience in first aid,
to be computer literate and
must be able handle children
Driving (added advantage)
Personal Characteristics:
Commitment to the principles of Ilitha Labantu, its aims and objectives
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
Sensitivity to the challenges and problems faced by women coming to the Shelter and ability to interact appropriately with them
Commitment to the confidentiality of the Shelter location and programs and priority of the safety of women and children in the Shelter; strict adherence to Shelter policies and procedures
Punctual & Reliable
Sober habits
Available for sleep in
Have own local accommodation for use when off duty
Closing Date: 10 February 2021
NB. Must have a Police Clearance Certificate
Terms of Employment & Salary: Market related / Negotiable, Please submit letter of application, CV and names of three references, indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line; Contact person & details: Ms Zoliswa Mbekwa [email protected] or call 021 633 2383 for any further queries.