Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Conduct social assessment for patients admitted in the ward
Facilitate communication between medical staff and family to ensure the best care is provided
Liaise with the medical team to provide social support activities targeting patients in Homabay County Teaching and Referral hospital (HBCTRH)
Facilitate the waiver process
Assist families in dealing with the stressors of illness and help minimize the impact on patients and their families
Advocate to patient health care rights and wellness
Document and timely submit social casework, assessments and monthly reports.
Requirements:
Education Diploma in Social work/Sociology, desirable Bachelor’s degree in social work/Sociology
Experience At least 2 years of relevant experience, previous experience with MSF or NGO’s will be an added advantage.
Languages Fluency in English, Kiswahili
Competencies Results, teamwork, flexibility, commitment, service
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