HAST Counsellor Driver (PPPrev Programme) – uMgungundlovuClosing Date: 2024/09/30
Reference Number: TBH240926-2
Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Department: Travel and Logistics
Reference Number: TBH240926-2
Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Department: Travel and Logistics
About TB HIV Care:
TB HIV Care (THC) is a non-profit organization established in 1929, dedicated to providing healthcare services across South Africa, particularly to populations at heightened risk for HIV and TB. THC fosters a dynamic work environment that encourages career development while addressing critical health issues.
TB HIV Care (THC) is a non-profit organization established in 1929, dedicated to providing healthcare services across South Africa, particularly to populations at heightened risk for HIV and TB. THC fosters a dynamic work environment that encourages career development while addressing critical health issues.
Position Purpose:
The HAST Counsellor Driver will be responsible for transporting peer-led outreach teams and equipment to various service locations. The role also includes conducting readiness assessments for PrEP, pre-test, post-test, supportive, and adherence counselling services.
The HAST Counsellor Driver will be responsible for transporting peer-led outreach teams and equipment to various service locations. The role also includes conducting readiness assessments for PrEP, pre-test, post-test, supportive, and adherence counselling services.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12
- Valid 10-day HIV/AIDS counselling certificate from a recognized provider
- Certification to conduct finger prick testing
- Minimum two years of driving experience and working in HIV and TB programs
- Valid code EB or C1 driver’s license with PDP
- Proficiency in English and isiZulu
Duties and Responsibilities
- Transport PPPrev teams and equipment to designated locations.
- Conduct vehicle inspections and submit checklists on time.
- Provide quality HIV counselling and testing services.
- Facilitate individual and group health education sessions.
- Assess service users’ readiness to start PrEP.
- Document all activities using Comm Care or paper-based tools.
- Collect data at outreach events using attendance tools.
- Screen service users for COVID-19, tuberculosis, and STIs.
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team while maintaining professionalism.
- Refer service users for additional tests as needed.
- Adhere to relevant legislation and organizational policies.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Computer literacy
- Problem-solving abilities
- Stakeholder management
- Strong organizational skills
Note: TB HIV Care does not request payment for job applications or training. Report any such instances to info@tbhivcare.org.