Social Worker_CT at TB HIV Care

Job Description

• To provide professional and holistic social work services by assessing the needs of People who inject drugs and implementing interventions and processes to meet their needs.

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Social Work or B Social Science Degree from four-year College or university
• Minimum of at least two years related experience
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP)
• Computer literate in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in English, Afrikaans and any other South African languages
• Valid code 8 driver’s licence
• Clear criminal record

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Psychosocial support
• Facilitation
• Referrals
• Networking & training
• Record keeping & reporting
• Linkage to care
• Meetings and feedback

Skills and Competencies    

• Knowledge of drug addiction and opioid substitution therapy
• Excellent communication interpersonal skills
• Empathy and understanding
• Ability to liaise at all levels and to work in a multi-disciplinary team
• Proficient in report writing
• Sound networks with related institutions
• Knowledge of TB and HIV/AIDS