MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Manage the activities and operations of the Sevalaya's Children’s Home to ensure the Home is efficient and effective in its daily duties. Make recommendations to management on selection of staff, programs and other functions develop and improve of the functions of Home.
2. Conduct regular meetings with staff and residents to discuss relevant matters and to ensure areas of concern are actioned.
3. Provide adequate supervision and guidance to the Deputy Superintendent and Security Guards to ensure correct policies and procedures are being followed at all times.
4. Inform the Deputy Chief Social Development Officer of all pertinent matters on a regular basis in order that appropriate action may be taken in a timely manner.
5. Ensure that each child has an individual case file and medical file which are accurate, up to date and available for reference at all times.
6. Coordinate and execute workshops for children and relevant issues, topics and concerns in an efficient and proactive manner. Develop in conjunction with the Home’s management team appropriate after school programs and other activities for residents to assist with their personal development.
7. Coordinate with the Department Social Workers to ensure the progress of children living at home is monitored and followed up as instructed.
8. Ensure that adequate and appropriate recommendations and referrals from other professionals are acted upon.
9. Perform the human resources functions for the unit.
10. Assist with the preparation of the annual budget.
11. Identify job specific and environmental factors and develop, where applicable, implement and promote the health and safety policies. Mitigate and minimise workplace hazards.
12. Perform any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the department.