HAST Counsellor Driver required urgently: APPLY NOW

HAST Counsellor Driver required urgently: APPLY NOW

Job Advert Summary:
TB HIV Care (THC), in existence since 1929, is an internationally recognized non-profit organization. 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, s.e.x 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 the Company provides services; Provide counseling services to adolescent girls and young women (AGYW)and male s.e.x partners.

To conduct comprehensive screening including:

risk and vulnerability; GVB; alcohol and substance abuse, mental health and other services for AGYW. To provide readiness counselling for HIV and TB prevention services including Prep. (This is a contract position renewable based on funding)

Minimum Requirements:
• Grade 12 / matric • 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience • 2 years’ driving experience as well as working in HIV and TB programmes • Valid 10-day HIV AIDS counselling certificate (from recognised service provider) • Valid driver’s license with PDP Code 10 EB or C1 • Fluency in English and Zulu • Clear criminal record

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Transport HTS teams and equipment to and from different locations • Work as part of multi-disciplinary teams • Maintain a high standard of professionalism when interacting with clients and health care professionals • Conduct daily vehicle inspections and reports defects to Nurse Clinician • Adhere to all safety precautions and road ordinances • Support community outreach activities • Comply with relevant legislation and organization policies and procedures • Comply with the Standard Operating Procedures for Vehicles • Use guidelines to conduct health education and promote positive living • Conduct individual and group health education using the teaching aides provided • Up to date knowledge of the latest developments in HIV/AIDS/TB/STI prevention

• Provide quality HIV counseling and testing in Non-clinical settings • Promote HIV/AIDS counseling and testing and condom use for males/females • Record all activities on Code lynx or paper-based tools • Collect data at outreaches by using the attendance tool for: o Counting female and male present in awareness sessions o Recording the male and female present by headcount or signing the attendance register o Recording the number of condoms distributed • Meet daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly targets as set • Refer clients to the Nurse Clinician for further tests where necessary • Implement case management according to SOP • Assist in taking sputum specimen • Adhere to Waste Disposal, IPC and environmental health protocols • Encourage and support disclosure. Apply Now

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