Job Description

THINK is a non-profit organisation committed to advancing health and well-being for vulnerable communities locally and globally. Our work spans three central domains: research, health systems strengthening, and capacity building. Our focus is on addressing a wider spectrum of critical health challenges which include Infectious Diseases, Mental Health, Gender disparities, and building resilient healthcare systems in the face of pandemics and climate change. THINK engages with the local community, government consortia, and international funders to provide care and carry out cutting-edge work that has contributed to making a difference locally and globally.

Are you a dedicated and empathetic professional who believes in the power of counseling to positively impact individuals and communities? We are searching for an exceptional Counselor to join our team and play a pivotal role in our mission to provide essential support and guidance to those in need.
Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Conduct HIV testing and provide pre- and post-test counseling to VMMC clients, ensuring thorough understanding of the process and results.
• Raise awareness and mobilise potential clients by disseminating information about the benefits of male circumcision and its crucial role in HIV prevention.
• Offer comprehensive follow-up counseling to VMMC clients post-receiving their HIV test results, addressing concerns, providing support, and ensuring clear understanding of implications.
• Facilitate immediate linkage to appropriate care and treatment services for HIV-positive clients, ensuring a seamless transition into the healthcare system.
• Provide counseling emphasising the importance of sustained safe sexual practices post-circumcision to prevent behavioral disinhibition and curb the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
• Advocate condom usage as a crucial component of safe practices; provide education on correct condom usage and distribute condoms to clients as necessary.
• Ensure potential clients fully comprehend the circumcision procedure, associated risks, and benefits before obtaining informed consent.
• Safeguard and maintain accountability for HIV test kits, ensuring proper storage, usage, and meticulous record-keeping in accordance with relevant guidelines.
• Implement quality control measures as per NHLS (National Health Laboratory Service) guidelines to guarantee the accuracy and reliability of HIV testing results.
• Ensure the security, proper utilisation, and inventory management of all relevant supplies, equipment, and resources in alignment with inventory lists.

• Foster a positive work environment that encourages growth, collaboration, and teamwork.

Requirements:

• Possession of a 10-day Certificate in HIV Counseling and Testing.
• A Certificate in Male Circumcision Counseling.
• Minimum of 1 years practical experience in HIV counseling within a busy clinical setting.
• Demonstrated mentorship, counseling, and effective communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel to selected health facilities and outreach locations.
• Commitment to collaborating with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in speaking local languages for effective communication.

Exciting benefits await you:

• Being a part of and living our values, which include Care for people and outcomes, Making a Difference and Kicking the Paradigm xe2x80x93 creating an environment where every team member thrives, every idea is celebrated, and every achievement is a testament to our collective commitment.
• Enjoy a 37-hour work week, allowing you more time for personal pursuits, hobbies, and spending quality moments with loved ones.
• Embrace financial security with a competitive salary package that recognises and values your skills and contributions with room for growth within our ever-expanding organisation.
• Experience peace of mind knowing you're covered with life, disability, and funeral insurance, ensuring you and your family's future is safeguarded.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which gives you access to an array of support services such as legal, debt and counselling services, ensuring that expert guidance is just a call away.
• We will contribute towards your medical aid as your health is a priority.

PLEASE NOTE:

• Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates in line with this advert for appointment to be made as soon as operationally possible, THINK therefore reserves the right to make appointments or close this vacancy within 5 working days of posting should sufficient applications be received during this time.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not been contacted within four weeks of the closing date.
• THINK reserves the right in special circumstances to accept late applications or to extend the above date in order to facilitate further searches.
• Furthermore, THINK reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• Internal applicants will get preference for shortlisting.
• THINK is unable to provide relocation assistance.

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