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:
This post will provide psychosocial services under the supervision of a social worker within the context of an HIV Priority Populations Prevention programme focusing on adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) and Adolescent boys and young men (ABYM).

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Certificate in Social Auxiliary Work from a recognized college or institution
• Two years training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant working experience
• Must be registered with SACSSP (South African Council for Social Service Professions)
• Proficiency in English and isi Xhosa languages
• Computer literate in MS office advantageous
• Clear criminal record
• Valid code 8 driver’s license

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive psycho-social assessments of AGYW and their families
• Conducts House hold profiling using profiling tools
• Provide minimum package of community-based care and refer to social worker /facility for continuum of care
• Supports Social Workers in assessing the needs of AGYW & ABYM and parent’s/care givers and guardians
• Provides structural programmes including SASA
• Networks with all relevant stakeholders
• Assists with the identification of advocacy issues
• Assist in implementation of youth care clubs
• Provides referrals according to AGYW & ABYM needs to social worker and other external networks
• Submits monthly reports to the supervisor
• Records and maintains accurate and detailed patient information and interventions