Community Healthcare Worker X12 (Onsite) at Think South Africa

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to : 

• Coordinate and participate in community events, workshops, and health fairs to conduct health screenings, distribute educational materials, and raise awareness about key health issues.
• Provide individual and group education sessions on topics such as nutrition, preventive care, chronic disease management, mental health, and healthy lifestyles.
• Serve as a cultural and linguistic bridge between healthcare providers and community members, ensuring accessibility and cultural competence in healthcare services.
• Conduct tracing of loss to follow-up TB patients, provide support to re-engage them in care, assist with TB screening activities, and support patient adherence to treatment regimens.
• Conduct tracing of TB contacts, identify eligible patients for TB preventive therapy (TPT), and facilitate their access to preventive treatment.
• Assist community members in navigating the healthcare system, including enrolling in health insurance programs, scheduling medical appointments, and accessing social services.
• Connect individuals and families with appropriate social services, financial assistance programs, and mental health resources as needed.
• Collect and maintain accurate records of TB services provided, outreach activities, and education sessions conducted, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.
• Prepare regular reports detailing outreach activities and their impact on community health indicators. Present findings to the Community Health Coordinator.
• Participate in regular team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals, community organisations, and stakeholders to strengthen the support network for community health initiatives.
• Ensure THINK vision, mission and values are reflected in all job outcomes.

Requirements:

• Matric Certificate.
• Ability to speak local languages.
• Previous experience working with NGOs and familiarity with TB-related activities are desirable.
• Proven track record of community engagement, mobilisation, and development within NGO settings or social programs.
• Familiarity with the local community and prior exposure to the health sector are advantageous.
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse individuals and groups, including community members, healthcare providers, and stakeholders.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and a commitment to providing culturally competent care and services.