TB HIV CARE (THC) IS HIRING A COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER

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 counseling services and become an integral part of the broader comprehensive care and treatment counseling in a Non-Clinical site and/or community that links the community into care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide education on HIV/TB/STI prevention, risk reduction planning, correct condom use and living positively
Uses guidelines to conduct health education and promote positive living
Conducts individual and group health education using the teaching aides provided
Keeps abreast of the latest developments in HIV/AIDS/TB/STI prevention
Engages with clients in a non-judgemental and empathic manner
Provides quality counseling advice in Non-clinical settings
Plans and coordinates outreach programs to Sex Workers, PWID, MSM/Transgender and Farm-worker communities, indoor/outdoor and rural
Demonstrates the use of condoms and lubes for both male and female

Promotes and mobilizes clients for VMC as part of HIV/AIDS prevention
Data Collection
Promote HIV counselling and testing, including screening for TB and STI
Promote Intensive HIV counselling and Adherence support to clients within their care
Conducts HIV Negative, HIV positive support groups, adherence support groups, and sensitization trainings
Infection Control
Appropriate referral of all new cases- HIV, TB and STI

Skills and Competencies:

Good communication skills
Non-judgmental, trustworthy and empathetic personality
Good interpersonal skills, including being a team player
Demonstrate strong professional attitude and behaviour at all times
Ability to work non-traditional hours which may include weekends from time to time
Good attention to detail and accuracy

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12
Accredited training certificates ATTIC: Phase 1 Module 1Medical Information, Phase 1 Module 2 Counselling skills, Phase 1 Module 3 HCT, Phase 2 Module 1 ART/TB Adherence Counselling
5 Day Basic HIV information course, 13 Day Intensive Counselling course and 10 Day Adherence, Finger Prick certificate
Knowledge of common medical, mental health and neurological conditions
at least two years’ experience working with vulnerable or hard to reach populations a recommendation
Experience in HIV/AIDS prevention, and care and support programming an advantage
Ability to work non-traditional hours which may include weekends from time to time