Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) ikhangela i Mental Health Lay Counselor, eMonti, eMpuma Koloni.
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Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) ikhangela i Mental Health Lay Counselor, eMonti, eMpuma Koloni.
MENTAL HEALTH LAY COUNSELOR
FIFTEEN (15) MONTHS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT
OR TAMBO, EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE
The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF)Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organisation focused on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.
We have fantastic job opportunities across our businesses for talented people wanting to realize their full potential. Could that be you? If so, we invite you to explore the possibility of joining us to play your part in Desmond Tutu Health Foundations’ exciting future.
The main purpose of this position is to recruit, consent, and enrol study participants; conduct tablet-based interviews with enrolled participants, and deliver a brief 4- session of structured counselling intervention for TB patients with depressive symptoms.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 Certificate/ Matric
At least 1 year of previous experience in health counselling e.g. HIV counselling
Must have received Interpersonal Counselling training and able to conduct sessions
Computer and tablet literacy (Microsoft Office), including data entry (preferably REDCap)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) – Fluent in isiXhosa and English
Motivated to have direct interaction with patients
Good planning, and organising
Client (participant) focus
Able to work as a member of a team and individually
Be proactive as an individual
Detail-oriented
Maintain study participant confidentiality
Ability to work under pressure, whilst maintaining the ability to remain professional
Strong public speaking skills
Lateral creative thinking
Adaptive to change
Ability to multi-task
ADVANTAGEOUS:
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and Human Subjects Protections in research
Valid code 8 driver’s license
Previous electronic data collection using laptops, tablets, mobile/smartphones
Previous experience conducting research interviews and administering questionnaires
Previous experience working in a primary healthcare environment
Experience in working with TB/HIV patients
General mental health knowledge and awareness
Previous experience recruiting participants for research studies
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support the Study Coordinator and Project Manager in implementing field-based study activities
Schedule and deliver private and confidential counselling sessions for individuals with depressive symptoms
Liaise with TB clinic staff to screen, consent, enrol, and retain study participants
Conduct structured interviews (questionnaires) with participants
Administer electronic questionnaires to study participants
Manage, maintain, and secure all paper and electronic data tools
Protect and maintain the confidentiality of study participants
Transcribe and translate study data collection tools and audio obtained from participants during interviews
Upload and back up daily collected data
Submit timely accurate reports and tally sheets
Adhere to DTHF and study standard operating procedures
Attend study/project meetings and participate in all study training and supervision sessions as required
Build interpersonal relationships and maintain rapport
Values fit: Passion Innovation Progress Integrity Respect Excellence
Closing date : 29 May 2024 23:59
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