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:
The purpose of the Community Health Worker is to conduct community, household and individual health assessments and identify individual health needs and risks (actual and potential). The incumbent will assist the family or an individual to seek the appropriate health service and promote the health of the households, the individuals within these households as well as at ECD centres, schools, workplaces, old age homes and farms.
He/she will refer individuals for further assessment and testing after performing simple basic screening. The CHW will provide limited, simple health interventions in a household. Provide psycho-social support and manage interventions such as treatment defaulter tracing and adherence support.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12
- Home Based Care certificate
- Basic knowledge of TB HIV.
- Must be resident in the area and have good knowledge of the geographical area
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the patient with personal hygiene, this would include washing of the body and hair, shaving of male patients, cutting of finger and toe nails, mouth care
- Perform wound care using appropriate material
- Provide stoma therapy, catheter care, nail and foot care, tracheotomy care
- Educate patient and relatives about caring for the patient at home and resources available
- Refer patients to health facilities and service providers where necessary
- Report the deterioration of patients’ conditions to supervisor
- Identify and register households • Help patient(s) to understand purpose of visit and gain cooperation
