Adherence Field Worker(Mother Champion) - Mokopane - Right to Care

Description

About the Role

We are seeking suitable candidates to fill Adherence Fieldworker (Mother Champion) positions in Limpopo, with 8 roles available across different areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate community-based mental wellbeing interventions for expectant and new mothers.
• Provide emotional and informational support to empower mothers with tools and resources for effective perinatal navigation.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Basic knowledge of pregnancy and child health
• Basic knowledge of sexual reproductive health and psychosocial support programmes

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• Social Auxiliary Work or Child and Youth Care Work

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Empathy and ability to build trust with mothers
• Knowledge of maternal and child health issues
• Basic proficiency in data collection & reporting tools
• Prior experience in maternal health, community engagement, or a related field
• Basic fluency in English and advanced proficiency in Sepedi
• Familiarity with local cultural and health systems is an advantage

Key Performance Areas:

Engagement & Outreach:

• Identify and invite expectant and new mothers to join the support program
• Facilitate and moderate community platforms to ensure ongoing support
• Participate in community awareness events to promote maternal health initiatives

Capacity Building:

• Provide mentorship and training to mothers on utilizing tools and resources for maternal and child health
• Deliver regular support interactions, including postnatal wellbeing check-ins
• Assist in the integration of tools and resources into care points for expectant mothers

Support and Facilitation:

• Conduct guided sessions on coping mechanisms and self-awareness using tools like the Vimbo app
• Ensure mothers feel supported, informed, and empowered throughout their pregnancy and parenting journey
• Facilitate referrals for mental health and other specialized services as required

Data Management & Reporting:

• Enter beneficiary details into the program's data system and ensure accurate records
• Track and report on mothers' participation, outcomes, and progress in the program on the data system
• Support monitoring and evaluation efforts by collecting and sharing feedback from mothers
• Attend regular data feedback meetings to track progress and identify gaps
• Provide suggestions and innovations where appropriate on how the interventions can be improved

Administration:

• Ensure weekly data collection and submission of data and other required information to the Programme Coordinator
• Ensure regular and accurate communication with the Programme Coordinator in a timely manner

Asset Management:

• Ensure all assets provided are signed for and cared for
• In the case of damage to a company asset, report this immediately to the line manager as well as complete an incident report form