- FTC – WRHI – APACE PROJECT (Free State)
Type: Fixed Term
Main purpose of the job:
To provide individualised support for patients (Men) newly diagnosed with HIV and those
already on ART, including follow up of contacts to ensure retention of clients into HIV
services.
Recruitment for Male Candidates only.
Location: Welkom – Lejweleputswa District (Free State)
Closing date: 05 October 2022
Submit detailed CV to: vacancy17@wrhi.ac.za
Advert reference number: AM – Lej 0019 2022
In accordance with our Employment Equity goals and plan, preference will be given to suitable applicants from
designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
Our Organisation maintains a Mandatory COVID-19 requirement and as such only COVID-19 Vaccinated incumbents will
be considered for positions
Key performance areas
HTS, Linkage and Retention of HIV positive clients (Men) Conduct HTS mobilization and awareness campaigns, distribute flyers targeting the male dominated areas and
workplaces and provide HTS, and provide information to patients on other health services available in the clinic or
community. Distribute HIVSS to the patients/players and males newly- tested for HIV and trace all clients who were issued HIVSS
kits within 48 hours for feedback and outcomes, Conduct ITS and follow up services for the players/ patients in the coach’s care and maintain patient
confidentiality when dealing with patients/players throughout their treatment. Work together with the facilities, and CHWs to Identify male patients tested HIV positive and initiated on ART in the
allocated facility and catchment area and enroll them into the coaches’ model, and refer all HIV positive clients
with different needs to multi-disciplinary teams (psychosocial, nutrition etc.), Provide individualized support for men/ patients newly diagnosed with HIV to ensure that they are initiated on AR,
including follow up contacts session through regular meetings, phone calls and SMS. Remind the patients about their next visit appointments for first and subsequent follow up visits for the first 12 months
through SMS, phone call and home visits. Send the SMS and make telephonic call reminders to the patient about
the next appointment date,1st SMSs and call at 7 days prior the appointment date and the 2nd SMS and call to be
at 2 days prior the next appointment date. Utilize the telephonic support mechanism (access to Squad Manager and fellow coaches) for any challenges
faced by the coach and is unable to solve. Conduct follow up (telephonic, SMS and physical) services for patients/players who are due for and missed Viral
Load and follow up on patients/players not virally suppressing and provide Enhanced Adherence Counselling and
refer to other services for support (Psychosocial support, social workers) Trace all clients who missed appointments within 24 to 72 hours to avoid early, late and unconfirmed missed
appointments (SMS, telephone call and home visit).
Health Promotion Provide health talks on HIV, TB, Sexual Reproductive Health topics and other related health services Participate in health promotion campaigns, according to Health Calendar Distribute condoms and IEC material within the community and to the players/patients within the coaches’ care Recruit clients, especially men for HIV counselling and testing, and other health screening services in the
community Motivate individuals and groups to bring their partners and children for HIV/TB and other health services and index
testing Distribute HIVSS to the players/males’ patients index contacts, partners and their families including targeting the
male-dominated areas and workplaces. Organize community awareness, screening, mop up and tracing campaigns on quarterly basis to improve the
management of HIV clients/players and retention into care activities.
Administration Compile reports of activities and patient outcomes Keep a record of daily activities Share all reports and records timeously
Effective Self-Management and Performance Ownership Take ownership, responsibility, and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management. Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately
maintained. Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
Required minimum education and training
Grade 12 or equivalent
Candidate to the post must have long-term treatment success, and Comfortable with disclosing HIV status and relevant
experience in the health field, or related post
Driving skills and a valid driver’s license a requirement to enhance achievement of the Project desirable outcomes
Required minimum work experience
Driving skills and a valid driver’s license a requirement to enhance achievement of the Project desirable outcomes.
Relevant experience in the health field, or related post.
Accredited certificate/training in performing finger pricks & HIV tests
Accredited certificate in basic HIV counselling or equivalent qualification
Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Teamwork and collaboration.
Working overtime or over weekends may be required from time to time.
Able to work in a highly pressurised and challenging environment. May be required to work at sites that are under
Confidentiality, tact with discretion to be always maintained
Ability to solve problems and escalate player challenges where necessary to the Squad Manager, who is the Community
roving Male Nurse Clinician
Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers and stakeholders. Build relationships
with the community tracing team and other organizations that we support, including the Department of Health and Ward
based outreach teams (WBOTS). Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Should you be interested in applying for this vacancy, please send an email to
vacancy17@wrhi.ac.za
The subject heading
of the email must read AM – Lej 0019 2022 and the job title of position applying for. Please include the following
documentation: A cover letter (maximum one page) that clearly states which vacancy you are applying for A detailed CV