Case Manager

at  TB HIV Care

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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12/matric
• HIV/AIDS Counselling Certificate – minimum 10-day course, which is not older than 2 years from the date of issue, or with a certificate for a 2-day refresher course from an accredited provider
• Minimum 1-year work experience in the sex industry or experience as a case manager
• A driver’s licence will be advantageous
• Ability to communicate in English and another South African language
• Intermediate level computer literacy

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To conduct follow-up and/or psychosocial activities in the sex worker community by providing current accurate health information and linkage to care. Provide health care counselling and guidance for testing services in non-clinical sites linking screening of TB and STI.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures fast-tracking referrals from teams in order to assess and provide direct psychosocial support to sex workers
• Provides appropriate interventions and/or referrals based on the needs arising
• Conducts home visits for patients when required, particularly those lost to follow-up
• Provides onsite and/or telephonic post-initiation and adherence counselling to link clients to treatment and retain them in care
• Conducts and facilitates monthly adherence clubs and other appropriate support groups to improve ART and PrEP retention
• Informs sex workers of eligibility criteria for social support and disability grants
• Records and maintains accurate and detailed client information and interventions and keeps statistics in order to submit as required
• Assists clients with appropriate referrals for other issues related to psychosocial, (e.g. paralegal, rape, trafficking, substance abuse, etc.)