HAST Counsellor Driver (PPPrev Programme) – TBHIV CARE

Job Title: HAST Counsellor Driver (PPPrev Programme)

Department: Travel and Logistics

 

Job Advert Summary:

TB HIV Care (THC), in existence since 1929, is an internationally recognised non-profit organisation. We provide health care services throughout South Africa to both the general population and communities at increased risk for HIV and TB, including adolescent girls and young women, sex workers and people who use drugs. THC provides a stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with leaders in the field of HIV and TB prevention and care. Our work culture is adapted to the constantly evolving South African health care environment and will suit solution-driven team players interested in opportunities for career development while working to connect people with care. 

 

 

Purpose of the position:

To provide transportation services for the peer- led outreach teams and or equipment to the various locations and areas where TB HIV Care provides services. To conduct readiness assessments for PrEP, pre-test, post-test, supportive and adherence counselling services. To support the effective implementation of case management.

 

 

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Valid 10-day HIV AIDS counselling certificate(from recognised service provider)
• Certified to conduct finger prick testing
• Two years’ driving experience as well as working in HIV and TB programmes
• Valid code EB or C1 driver’s licence with PDP and
• Proficiency in English and isiXhosa languages

 

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Transport PPPrev teams and equipment to and from different locations
• Ensure vehicle inspection and submit checklist according to deadlines
• Conduct quality HIV counselling and testing
• Encourage and support disclosure of relevant information
• Conduct individual and group health education using the teaching aides provided
• Assess the service users’ readiness to start PrEP
• Record all activities on Comm Care or paper-based tools

 

 

 

• Use the attendance tool to collect data at outreach events:
• Screen service users for COVID-19, tuberculosis, and sexually transmitted infections.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and maintain a high standard of professionalism in all interactions.
• Refer service users to the Nurse Clinician or Enrolled Nurses for further tests where necessary
• Comply with relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

 

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Computer literacy and IT skills
• Problem-solving
• Stakeholder management
• Excellent organizational and administration skills
• Reporting and statistics

 

 

Closing Date: 01 February 2024

Location: Qumbu, Eastern Cape

 

Policy:

We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within, wherever possible. We will ensure that we accommodate internal candidates, however to maintain a competitive advantage and to recruit best talent is also important for the organisation.

 

 

We have adopted a mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy requiring its workforce to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. All prospective employees are required to disclose their vaccination certificates or cards as part of the recruitment process.

If you do not hear back from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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