Job Description

Job Advert Summary

TB HIV Care (THC), in existence since 1929, is an internationally recognized non-profit organization. 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.

Purpose of the position:

The Linkage officer will be responsible for the successful navigation and linkage of AYP to various services in the AYP Programme.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12) or equivalent to NQF 4 HTS counselling certificate will be advantageous Experience in linkage to care but not requirement Worked with / in primary health care facilities and/or hospital setting preferable Worked with AYP in a community setting Knowledge of key populations programming preferable Knowledge of HIV, STIs and TB prevention approaches Ability to work non-traditional/flexible hours. Ability to travel as and when required MS Office proficiency Criminal clear

Duties and Responsibilities

When on outreach, support peer educators by recruiting AGYW/YWKP clients to the nurse or Health and Wellness Counsellor (HWC) for services Able to assist with HIVSS self-screening as per protocol Develop strong relationships with health facilities in the subdistrict to enable successful linkage Feedback to the NiMART Professional Nurse (PN) regarding referrals Support PN to trace partners of positive index clients if permission was granted by the index client Navigate AGYW/YWKP into health facility to ensure linkage to care Data collection on referrals and successful linkage to care Completing all required reports for the programme on linkage and referrals Maintain a system of tracking newly diagnosed HIV, TB and STI clients telephonically or home visits Monitoring linkage data and ensuring targets are met Attend meetings, briefings, debriefing, staff meetings and other as directed * Understand and advocate for AGYW/YWKP rights to health care services