Social Worker at Anova Health Institute

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support implementation of MSM HIV Programme in the province.
• Provide integrated developmental social welfare services to the vulnerable MSM.
• Strengthen referral linkages within the health systems, facilities and CBO’s, Anova and other relevant stakeholders.
• Oversee the implementation of the MSM adherence support groups in the province.
• Support outreach teams, counsellors and professional nurses in conducting case-finding at antiretroviral (ART) sites.
• Identify training needs and provide capacity building within Anova, DoH facilities, CBO's and to other relevant stakeholders.
• Attend stakeholders meetings including facility/sub district management meetings.
• Manage Social Auxiliary workers, Counsellors, and provide support to the Linkage Officers.

 Any other tasks as agreed with line manager.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required

• Bachelor of Social Science (Social Work) or relevant qualification.
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP).
• Up to 5 years of Social Work experience, including supervising Social Auxiliary workers and working with children, adolescents & adults.
• At least 3 years’ experience working in HIV/AIDS programme and supervision of staff.
• Training in I-ACT and NAS (National Adherence Strategy) and Key population strategy.
• Good presentation and excellent communication skills and local languages.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Good report writing skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office.

Closing Date:12 November 2024