HCT/RESEARCH COUNSELLOR X 3

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

DTHF-004

Date posted:

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Location:

Philippi, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
Main purpose of HCT/Research Counsellors will be responsible for performing all HIV testing of parti

POSITION INFO:

HCT/RESEARCH COUNSELLOR X 3

TWO (2) YEARS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT

PHILLIPI VILLAGE; MOBILE SERVICE

The 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.

Main purpose of HCT/Research Counsellors will be responsible for performing all HIV testing of participants, recruit them to be part of the U=U study and/or FAST-PrEP study; and administer baseline questionnaire and in informed consent.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 Certificate
Qualification as a HIV counsellor
Certificate of competence Rapid Finger Prick' testing
1-year experience of working with within a research/ community health environment
Computer literacy with sound knowledge of email, Microsoft office suit
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Fluency in English and isiXhosa/Afrikaans
Ability to work well under pressure and to maintain effectiveness during changing conditions
Maintain confidentiality
Administration skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of the mobile clinic team
Client focused
Must be detail-orientated
Willingness to travel and work irregular hours, including weekends

Advantageous:

Experience in a research-related position
Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certificate
Knowledge of HIV

Responsibilities:

Providing welcoming and supportive environment to clients regardless of race, gender, or HIV status
Conduct Rapid HIV testing and follow up where required.
Provide basic HIV/ARV education to participants individually and in groups
Assist in tracking of participants enrolled into research projects
Accurate and complete questionnaire administration
Participate in recruitment and consenting activities
Follow-up telephone calls with study participants
Assist with community surveys.
Assist with filing research forms and patient files.
Maintain strict client confidentiality
Capturing study data on mobile app
Weekly and Monthly progress reports on research participation (recruitment, enrollment and retention)

Values fit: Passion Innovation Progress Integrity Respect Excellence

Submit CV, motivation letter with certified copy of highest qualification and details of three (3) current contactable referees in a single PDF file by 30 January 2023. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Visit the DTHF Career page to view the advert (Reference number:DTHF-004) and apply:

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