Counsellor Linkage Officer | Anova Health Vacancies

Anova Health Vacancies – Counsellor Linkage Officer

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Counsellor Linkage Officer. This role involves community outreach, conducting HIV Testing Services (HTS), and ensuring proper linkage to care for HIV-infected patients according to Department of Health (DoH) guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide HTS, PreP screening, and STI/TB tests, including HIV tests for Transgender Clients.
• Offer support and guidance to Transgender (TG) clients interested in transitioning.
• Assist HIV-positive patients, PreP clients, and those positive for TB and STI screening assessments from both facility and community outreach sites.
• Ensure all HIV-positive and PreP clients are linked into care, maintaining records of those initiated on ART.
• Conduct tracing of patients who have missed appointments or defaulted from care.
• Keep accurate records of clients offered HTS, tested, tested HIV positive, and linked into care.
• Attend facility meetings as required to address HTS/HIV/TB-related issues.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Training in Basic HAST, HIV Counselling, and Adherence Counselling.
• Familiarity with DoH HTS guidelines and protocols.
• Experience working as an HCT counsellor.
• Proficient in report writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, including task and time management.

If you meet these qualifications and are passionate about making a difference in the community, we encourage you to apply.